Long days, long nights, long conversations, long decision making, long gazes. Most of the time we’re searching for shorter. But, … More
Author: Michael Chaffin
Sporty
If we want to become more sporty, start by looking the part. Then, act into it.
Filter
Unfiltered is rarely a better choice, especially in communication. Authentic, uncensored messages simply aren’t as effective as we would hope … More
Biggest
…is better. Especially, if we’re in the business of getting noticed. But, so is the smallest, cutest and smartest. Find … More
Proclamation
Is it true? They say talk is cheap. It’s pretty expensive when we don’t back it up.
Windows
Not so long ago, our view of the distant world was through these windows. And, for the most part, it … More
Corner
By design, an intersection allows for traffic to flow through orderly and safely. The corners are the protected space, the … More
Tasty
How something appears seems to help how it tastes. Most of the time, our senses work in harmony. But, not … More
Identity
Our home is more than just a place. It’s part of our fabric, good or bad. It’s the story we … More
Memories
How much of our memories are authentic? How much have we filled in? The sticky memories are triggered by something, … More
Stovetop
Someone needs to prepare it. Someone needs to bring it together. Someone needs to take the time to be at … More
Light
It’s there…just need to choose to see it. Even better…go make some for someone.
Calculated
There are times when a more precise action and result are required. Anytime we are producing to spec, for exactness, … More
Stuffed
Just because it will fit, doesn’t mean it should go. Taking on too much has an impact…on us and everything … More
Decoration
What do our adornments say about us? Are they personal? Or, just a thing hanging there? Stories are everywhere. Stop, … More
Smoke
How can we use the generally unwanted to make something better? What’s the positive in the negative?
Race
It’s highly unlikely it’s as much of a race as we make it out to be…until we make it one. … More
Pathways
Sometimes life’s pathway is obvious…at least for the moment. Beyond this, it’s an adventure. Good thing. How boring otherwise.
Emblems
Meaningless to some…storied for others. Which emblems do we respect…perhaps even revere? What stories do they bring to life? Which … More
Just Say’n
Sayings come from community and culture. Of course, they’re not understood by everyone…they’re not supposed to be.