Earlier this week during one breakfast, while munching on a huge croissant stuffed with mushrooms, I suddenly had an 'un-messy' thought. What if I just ate it over our kitchen sink instead? Much easier than being cautious to avoid messing up the dining table. It was my way of avoiding a messy meal. And maximising … Continue reading My “Messy” Musing This Week, Thanks To A Croissant
Since ending my adjunct teaching duties last week, I found myself jumping back this week into meetings with different folks. Each time involving conversations that connect me to less academic stuff and more real-world ones. Increasingly I see these conversations as fuel for my creative thinking and writing. They provide content for me to muse … Continue reading Knowledge Conversations + Writing = Knowledge Work
Recently, I wrote two blog posts that were two parts of a letter to my younger self. All in the name of figuring out what I would advise him had I the chance to travel back in time to help him navigate an often-bewildering life that had no mentors or guides. I think it'll be … Continue reading Regrets: A Letter To My Older Self
Recently I wrote what was to be a two-part letter to my younger self, in response to a radio talk show I was invited to speak on (the segment was aired on national radio last evening). This is Part 2 of that letter (click here for Part 1). My Letter to "Mini-Me" (Part 2/2) Photo … Continue reading A Letter To My Younger Self #2/2
On June 18th, I was invited to be a guest speaker on a panel comprising five parents. Three were full-time working parents (including a new mom at the age of 40), while the remaining two were stay-at-home parents (including yours truly) This event, attended by more than 50 participants, took place on a weekday after … Continue reading What I shared at a recent panel speaking engagement
Recently, I was asked* what I would say if I could write a letter that could travel back in time to the younger me. Specifically, the question was about how I plan to share with my younger self the current journey I'm on as a stay-at-home dad. My first thought was, no sweat. Just cut … Continue reading A Letter to My Younger Self #1/2
There will soon be major changes, challenges, and upheavals on my homefront. Time for me to hide under the blanket! You see, I'm not big on change. I would much rather keep things the way they are. I believe I'm not alone, although this Forbes article clarifies that people aren't so much hating change as … Continue reading Will Changes Ever Take A Vacay? Unlikely.
Here’s the last of my four posts on how to retire well -- nearly three years after I wrote the first three! (Click here for posts 1 , 2 and 3) Hey! Better late than never right? But what triggered this late entry you ask? Good question! On Thursday, our national daily printed a forum letter I sent them. It … Continue reading How to retire well #4 of 4: Why retiring must start before retirement
My mom turns 89 this coming July. Given her age, her advanced Alzheimer's, and her limited mobility, most would agree that every new birthday she lives to see is a milestone of monumental proportions. I don't disagree Yet, the daily reality for me is that she's only with us in body, but her mind's all … Continue reading It’s Mother’s Day Again. Mom, Are You Aware?
In the blink of an eye, a third of this not-so-new year of 2024 has come and gone. How has it been for you so far? For me, one of the biggest highlights was recording things to be grateful for. Back in 2021, I faithfully recorded things my family and I were grateful for every … Continue reading Four months of gratitude & delights. And counting
