Telework Jabberwocky
For the first time on a significant basis, the COVID-19 crisis introduced many Americans to telework. It was not a new concept. But it had an expanded application when the nation was attempting to take measures to abate the spread Read more
Revival and Renaissance
Last week was one of those times that you just could not predict. After a very rewarding career in the US Army from 1973 to 2001, I was given the opportunity to look in on the current state of Army Read more
Short Takes
I rarely miss doing an update, but this week I am busy beyond words. So, here are some “short takes.” A full report next week!
Unexpected Opportunities
Just when you become reconciled to the fact that fond memories of the past will remain in the past, you get a reprieve. When I was an active duty soldier, I had the opportunity to take my unit to the Read more
Be It Resolved
Each year millions of Americans engage in the time-honored practice of making resolutions they intend to keep for the coming year. They rarely get to the halfway point before giving up. Nonetheless, I have a few. Some spiritual. Others health Read more
Digging Foundations
I’ve been thinking about foundations lately. No, not the ones that dole out money to this or that activity. And certainly not the cosmetic that covers up the flaws in one’s skin. I’ve been thinking about foundations that support or undergird a structure. Earlier Read more
Influencing Conflict
For many years I have expended a fair amount of time thinking about foreign policy. Some of that is a function of my military service. Having served in Germany for seven years, I learned a lot about other people, their Read more
Happy Fingers
To say that we have just survived a tumultuous election season would be an understatement. I won’t recount that here. It makes me weary to even think about it. Indeed, my fingers seem incapable of tapping out any remembrance. It’s Read more









