Still trying to outrun my fork
In January 2016 I posted a blog about how running was making me fat. At the time of that post, I weighed 193.6 pounds. I’m pretty sure that was my … Continue Reading Still trying to outrun my fork
My bucket list of geekiness
I’m a self-professed geek. I would say nerd, but I’ve always thought of nerds as being smart. Clearly, I’m far from being smart, but I am geeky as hell and … Continue Reading My bucket list of geekiness
Craft beer and bacon and cheese! Oh my!
I still consider myself a newbie in the world of craft beer. Just over a year ago my buddy Tom Harness and I started seriously discussing doing reviews of craft … Continue Reading Craft beer and bacon and cheese! Oh my!
Happy birthday Harry Potter
It’s hard to believe 20 years ago this week J.K. Rowling introduced the world to Harry Potter. My family was late to the game, picking up Harry Potter and the … Continue Reading Happy birthday Harry Potter
But first, let me take a selfie
June 21 is National Selfie Day. I know there are plenty of people who judge those of us who take selfies as narcissistic and self-centered attention whores. In some cases you’re … Continue Reading But first, let me take a selfie
Wishes are for Aladdin, be your own genie
Disclaimer: I’m not an expert or a guru at anything, just sharing some advice that’s worked for me. Many times we say we wish something could be better about … Continue Reading Wishes are for Aladdin, be your own genie
20 Things I love about my wife
I’ll probably catch hell for this at home, but 20 years ago today my wife and I walked the aisle and said: “I do.” It’s hard to believe that much … Continue Reading 20 Things I love about my wife
Content is king in the social media kingdom
I am by no means a social media expert. But I learn something new daily about this still evolving form of communication and when the time is right, I share … Continue Reading Content is king in the social media kingdom
40 Fun facts about Chuck E. Cheese’s
May 17, 1977, the first Chuck E. Cheese’s Pizza opened its doors. Since it’s the 40 year birthday of the beloved pizza chain, I thought I’d share 40 fun … Continue Reading 40 Fun facts about Chuck E. Cheese’s
Mother’s Day: Grin & bear it
I’m guessing I was about eight years old when my dad took my brother and I shopping for Mother’s Day gifts. I had saved my allowance and wanted to get my mom … Continue Reading Mother’s Day: Grin & bear it
6 Safety tips runners should remember
Since I started running on a regular basis five years ago, I’ve learned a few things about the sport. Something I know I took for granted when I hit the … Continue Reading 6 Safety tips runners should remember
I’ve been streaking
On May 1, 2016, I set off on a run streak. The requirement is to run at least one mile every day to keep the streak alive. It’s now 365 … Continue Reading I’ve been streaking
Why I picked comics & wrestling over running
For the last couple of years, I’ve joined other runners for the 80 mile River to River Relay. The race stretches across southern Illinois and is an all day event. … Continue Reading Why I picked comics & wrestling over running
Out of my shell, into my suit
I recently attended the MDMC 17 event in St. Louis. It was two days of networking and learning from professionals in the world of marketing, social media and … Continue Reading Out of my shell, into my suit
Before there were promposals…
Now days asking someone to the prom or even the Homecoming dance has turned into quite an ordeal. I’m not knocking the creative way guys and girls are asking their … Continue Reading Before there were promposals…
A swig of Broken Skull IPA for the working man
Fans of the “Stone Cold” Steve Austin podcast know his phrase “a swig of beer (or coffee, water, etc) for the working man. That’s how I came up with the … Continue Reading A swig of Broken Skull IPA for the working man
