Finding Extraordinary celebrates the meaningful coincidences and serendipitous moments that reveal their profound significance over time. Inspired by Locker Room Moments with Dad, this collection captures life’s beautiful accidents—from chance meetings on airplanes to unexpected connections and everyday encounters that surprisingly become turning points or treasured memories. These stories explore how seemingly random events shape our journey, reminding us that extraordinary meaning often hides within ordinary moments when we remain open to life’s unplanned magic.
Here’s our picture-perfect joy to the world this holiday season. Ever wonder what’s beyond the greetings? Same with those Hallmark Christmas chick movies. You only have to unwrap one to get to the heart of them all. With a predictable, sappy plot, the girl always gets the guy at the end. Yet, I’ve fallen in… Continue reading Beyond The Greetings: Unwrapping The Heart of Hallmark Christmas Chick Flicks
Twenty-three years ago. I went to Bolivia filled with youth, health, and an adventurous silver streak in my otherwise brown hair, but I couldn’t appreciate the riches of the Wild West of Bolivia the way my father-in-law (Papito) did. He drew from those riches when we first met at their apartment in Washington, DC. We… Continue reading The Mother Lode Of The Wild West, Bolivia
My day started with the expectation to meet a friend at my favorite French cafe and buy Alexandra macaroons. But K called me and changed everything: “Keith’s in the hospital. He’s only got a day or two, maybe a week. I’m going to see him.” I canceled my plans and booked a train to New… Continue reading On The Loss of A Good Friend & Finding The Unexpected
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