Better + Better Perfects
“Practice makes perfect, but nobody’s perfect so why practice?” That was one of my favorite expressions when I was a young athlete. ‘Course I didn’t believe a word of it. I practiced all the time. In fact, as I pull out the nameplates from old trophies my daughter observes that I have way more “most […]
The Instrument of Prayer
Prayer is the instrument we play for a listening God. Our prayers do not flow like a concerto, nor are they fluid like a symphony, nor rhythmic like a march. They are halting and unsure, like a child’s first piano piece. God is patient. Still, they are music to God’s ears. God knows the melody, […]
The sure way through: blaze by blaze
If all seems lost, there will be a way. Look for it.
Keep, Toss or Give Away?
How things work is way more important to me than how things look. My house testifies to this; I’m pretty utilitarian. I don’t go in much for decorating, display items and knick-knacks. Even my kids’ prized artwork never got framed or hung up. It’s just leaning against the window or the wall. Photos on the refrigerator or the mantle […]
Resistance Band Strength Training Home Program
Resistance bands are a great and fun way to help your athletes develop all-around fitness. I use them for field games during training. Each player that participates in Fit2Finish training gets a band to take home. Kids of all ages – including coaches – love them. But one of the best things about them is…they’re […]
The Pavlovian ding of my phone
When you hear your phone ding how fast do you look?
Let Nothing Stop You, but Mind the Detour Signs
Today, I am pushing off with enough force to get me to the finish but not so much momentum I miss the sign that says, “turn here.” That was my Facebook status yesterday. I did quite a bit of turning. Have a whole list of “DNF’s,” but the day seemed to end on a pitch-perfect […]
Time In a Body
The older I get the more aware I become of the preciousness of the body that still answers the call. And the care is deserves.
Befriending Time
Imagine something so simple could make all the difference.
Benefit of the Backspace
It’s amazing how saying less means so much more.