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When is it okay to start worrying?

From Seth Godin’s blog: A friend was waiting to hear about the results of a job interview. He hadn’t heard in a while and he asked me, “how long before I should start worrying?” Of course, the answer is, “you … Continue reading

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The Road More or Less Traveled

I’ll be the first to say it, I love road trips. They’re like a national pastime to me. I’m not talking day-trips around Southern California (although, those are great, too), but real road trips. The kind of road trips that … Continue reading

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A Writer Writes

I’ve always said I wanted to be a writer. Well, not always, but it’s been in the back of my mind for a good part of the last decade. The only writing I’ve done – besides for school – has … Continue reading

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Have I Had the Best Day of My Life?

Have I had the best day of my life? Maybe the question should be, “Have I had the best day of my life, so far?” I’m not sure how to answer that. Part of me wants to hope there’s some … Continue reading

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The California Dream is Fizzling Out…?

That was the headline of a recent CNN.com article I’ve been sitting on for days… thinking about how I wanted to respond to it. Do people still move to California to follow their dreams? It seems as though that era … Continue reading

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The Reaper Is Coming…

Mable is down for the count. She had a stroke last night and I don’t think she’s gonna make it. I’m getting a second opinion soon, but it’s not looking good. Oh, and don’t forget to pay your AAA dues. … Continue reading

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Calling Out Your Name

Rich Mullins is one of those musicians who is a master of their craft. In this video, Rich showcases his hammered dulcimer skills, which I didn’t even realize he played. I’ve only heard it on his records, so I guess … Continue reading

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The Oldest Thing I Own

In an effort to revitalize my blog, I’m going to try something new by picking some random topic or question to write about. I haven’t blogged regularly for some time, as I’ve just gotten lazy, or find that 140 characters … Continue reading

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It’s Official!!

I received my CPA license number in the mail today. Yes! Finally! Kind of anti-climactic looking, if you ask me….

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New Trail!

Don and I found a new place to mountain bike today… it’s really sort of off the beaten path. Kind of. We’re used to going to a place on the other side of Orange that kicks our butts every single … Continue reading

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California Shake Out!

California does an earthquake drill every year called the Great ShakeOut, and this year’s happened today, October 21 at 10:21 AM. I didn’t really participate at the exact time; I forgot. Oops. Anyways, I thought I’d represent D&B Consulting and … Continue reading

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Decade of Destiny ~ It’s Personal

This is the second of a series of regular blogs I’m contributing to Saddleback Church’s 20s/30s community, Fuel. Read the rest here. I love our Church. I love that God has blessed us with such a dynamic leader who isn’t … Continue reading

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Sorry Texas

I’ve been asked to contribute weekly to my church’s blog, so here’s my first installment: I didn’t grow up in California but was born and raised in Minnesota, did college in Texas, and moved to California for a job. Ever … Continue reading

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