Category: Dreams

I enjoy le Tour de France. Riders use the same basic equipment as the serious amateur cyclist, riding the same sort of roads. Their advantage is almost entirely long-term training and dedication. I also like the fact that le Tour requires both individual and team sacrifice. Each person works incredibly hard, pushes his body into the “red zone” of […]

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We were listing obstacles, roadblocks in the path of following a dream. “Certain kinds of people.” Lots of agreement on that one. “Any specific kind of person?” “Yeah, people who won’t listen.” Again, lots of agreement. This was a big deal. “Okay, you’re gonna have to clarify that one.” “A lot of us, especially me, […]

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How did riding a handcycle change your attitude? It’s been a nagging question, part of my story that never quite made sense. Everyone knows a better attitude (whatever that means) would lead to a better life. Thing is, I don’t think there’s an “Easy Button” for changing attitudes. Here’s an idea: what if you don’t worry about […]

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Now THAT’S a crazy question, right? Except, it’s not. Or perhaps a better way to say it would be “How do we continue?” It’s a simple notion. The Home Of Hope is still open, the kids still need food, clothes, education, and shelter. None of that stopped at the top of Raton Pass. So, as crazy […]

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That was their comeback. When you have a chance to gain an advantage, you take it. If the cashier gives you too much change, that’s the store’s problem. If the referee doesn’t catch you, it’s not cheating. That’s just the way life works. In some ways, I understand. These guys have lived in a system […]

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I’d like you to meet two friends. Matt is a drug addict. He’s used and sold a variety of illegal drugs, and been involved in the crime associated with that lifestyle. He’s been homeless, taken advantage of friends and family, and skirted along the edges of society for many of his nearly thirty years. Bret […]

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(I borrowed this post from the archives.) I love this picture. We use it throughout our workshop at Harvest Farm. The first time I show it I ask the guys what the sheep might be thinking. What’s your first reaction? Some of the responses are fairly predictable. Don’t look down! This isn’t fair. How did […]

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Before I can start, I need a plan. Before I start, I need to get workout clothes that fit. And shoes. And join a gym. And load some new songs on my iPod. Then I’ll get a meal plan and go shopping, and I’ll be ready to start! # # # Maybe you do need […]

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I was sure I wouldn’t be accepted. Last October I saw an invitation to submit proposals for TEDx Front Range. If you’re not familiar, TEDx is a local affiliate of the international TED organization. TED talks are interesting, incredibly well done, and cover a wide range of topics. Anyway, I submitted a proposal, mostly on a whim, […]

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“I know just how you feel.” Josh* described growing up as a rebel. No dad around, mom worked two jobs to keep food on the table, so Josh was pretty much on his own. Mom tried to guide him, but in high school there was drinking and then drugs and legal trouble. Now he’s in […]

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