I recently went on my first cruise -- 11 days through the Panama Canal and South and Central America, six countries in total. That's quite a long cruise for one's first time (and a lot ...

It's been nine months since I started Blue Apron, and I've thoroughly enjoyed getting a meal delivery service.  As I mentioned in the last BA post, the one answer to everyone's question is:  Is it ...

I keep learning new things each day.  This will probably be an ongoing project, as I don't think there is ever one way to be successful.  A lot of people have "made it" using various ...

As a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity, I am impressed by the fact that they do so much more than just "build houses." Of course, that's one of their core values, but it goes beyond ...

UPDATE #2 -- 08 November 2016:  Today's box arrived and I'm looking forward to the ricotta and beet grilled cheese sandwiches.  They also sent a coupon for $20 off their wine club, which includes six ...

My recent Habitat for Humanity build in Malawi was unlike any other I've led.  Not a day went by that there wasn't some challenge with the team.  I love leading teams and making a difference ...

I've been back from Thailand for two months already.  It seems like I just got back.  Time goes by so fast. People still ask me about the trip and my face lights up and I ...

We were in Chiang Mai, Thailand, for two weeks on a Habitat for Humanity build project.  Myself and two of my teammates decided to take one of our free days and go to Myanmar.  All ...

I love getting into taxis around the world and striking up a conversation with the driver.  You meet so many interesting people with so many interesting backgrounds.  So on my recent two week stay in ...