Tag: Personal

My brother Tom

I’ve been waiting to write this post until after Father’s Day, and until after I saw a post from at least one of my nieces – but now, I feel it’s appropriate for me to share the news that my oldest brother Tom passed away last Wednesday.

I’m going to share some thoughts and memories – but if you’d prefer the short version – please keep his daughters in your prayers. And the next time you look up at the stars, let your heart fill with wonder for just a moment.

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Tom had been in failing health for a number of years with a seriously compromised respiratory system – but he was tenacious. He always believed that there was a science that could save him.… More...

One Last Time

If you’ve been in touch with me over the past month or two you’ve heard me rave about Hamilton. I haven’t seen it yet, but I fell in love with the Original Broadway Cast Recording. If you don’t have it, I highly recommend it – almost all of the show is on the recording, so you can follow along through the whole story.

In my quest for more though – I found the clip below. It’s from a scene where George Washington has decided to not run for a third term as president – setting that precedent that finally became law with the ratification of the 22nd amendment in 1951. Washington calls Hamilton in to help him draft his remarks to the nation – and it’s a beautiful testimony to the sacrifice inherent in leadership.… More...