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Books / Learning

#Habits October 18

Last week I engaged in a conversation about a topic I have written about before. the importance of HABITS. This conversation was taking place as I was having surgery done on my arm with...

30 Day Challenge / Learning

#Patience October 16

One of the things the 30 Day Knot Tying #Coach4adayChallenge has made me aware of is the importance of PATIENCE in learning a new skill. Learning these new knots has required me to practice...

Basketball / Leadership

#First October 15

For many small colleges that play NCAA Division II and III Basketball today it the FIRST day of practice. Reflecting on 26 seasons of coaching college basketball I have quite a number of memories...

30 Day Challenge / Learning

#Necklace October 14

This month I am taking on a 30 Day Knot Tying #Coach4adayChallenge. When you begin a new endeavor sometimes friends and family assume you have more expertise than you actually possess. That was the...

30 Day Challenge / Learning

#Button October 13

During this month’s 30 Day Knot Tying #Coach4adayChallenge I have been looking for example of everyday knots. I found a BUTTON Knot on a lanyard used for a game credential. Traditionally this knot can...

Events / Leadership

#Punt October 12

American vernacular includes a number of references to sport terminology including the word PUNT. Punting in football or in soccer means to kick a ball with the top of the foot. This act is...

Events / Learning

#Ritual October 11

On Friday I got to witness a powerful military RITUAL. Often a RITUAL is called a ceremony and what I witnessed last week was in fact a funeral honors ceremony. What makes this RITUAL...

30 Day Challenge / History

#Necktie October 9

Yesterday I attended a funeral for a friend David Myron McGuirt. Since retirement I have not worn on NECKTIE on many occasions but I did yesterday Every day this month I am participating in...