Without the story and the badge, it’s just an old truck. The adventure, challenges and toughness are only captured in … More
Author: Michael Chaffin
Old Fashioned
What was once in fashion, now seems out of place. Unless, it’s in the right spot. Then, it fits perfectly. … More
Spirit
A spirit moves us through belief. Its power is like the wind, invisible, but definitely something we feel. It can … More
Tribute
There’s almost always more to the story…if we’re willing to seek it out. Of course, it sometimes comes with barbs. … More
Paywall
Paying for use is not a recent invention. It’s been around as long as people could solve someone’s problem. But, … More
Selection
There once was a shelf which included all of the selections. Now, the shelf is virtually infinite. More selections means … More
True
Of course it’s not true. But, this doesn’t make it unbelievable. Almost everything has an element of untruth for someone, … More
Openings
Possibility is about creating openings. And sometimes, letting the light in. What openings can we create…despite the odds, the hurdles … More
Signpost
When we’re on a journey (and we’re always on one), we rely on direction, guidance and support. Sometimes, it’s a … More
Messaging
Of course, it’s not for everyone. But, this is precisely the point. First, decide who it’s for and how you … More
On Guard
We guard a lot. What are we afraid of? What’s possible if we let someone in?
Tension
A spring has three states. At rest, it’s merely a tool, waiting for work to do. It needs a lever, … More
Organized
Why do we spend time organizing and compartmentalizing the components? Our brains seem to handle parts, and some sort of … More
Retro
Going back, especially to a place which brought us joy is a journey everyone should take from time to time. … More
Lift
Lift requires support. In this case, it’s a jack. It could also be air pressure, a helping hand or understanding. … More
Possibility
It looks like a plant, lives with other plants, feels like a plant…but isn’t. A fungus is much more like … More
Genuine
How can we be sure? What makes something or someone authentic? What if it isn’t, but we believe it is? … More
No Service
Part of any adventure is the unknown, the unplanned and both the delight and tension of these surprises. Sometimes we … More
Wrapper
What does the architecture, the size, the material, say about us? What story does it tell? Alignment of our being … More
Pause
Pausing might be one of the most important skills we can develop. It’s very effective when it comes to decision … More