Category Archives: Reflections
My Father’s Many Lessons
It was a Wednesday night around dinnertime when the phone rang. It was my father, Leo. Without any prelude, he said, “I am sorry for anything I might have done.” I said, “It’s OK.” Then we talked about the weather, … Continue reading
Creativty
What do creatives bring to a leadership role that noncreative don’t? To be a creative person doesn’t mean you have to have gone to art school. It’s a mindset. It’s about looking at things and having the audacity to think … Continue reading
The Tailor
I WORKED AT THE PENDLETON FACTORY when I moved to Oregon. Every Friday, I’d wear a new outfit I sewed myself. I wanted to work as a designer, and I wanted to show my supervisor how good I am. I didn’t … Continue reading
Homeownership
Q: What Should I Know Before I Buy a Home? Realtors Weigh In A: It’s safe to say that buying a home is a lucrative investment. But it can be a challenging process to navigate. That’s why we turned to … Continue reading
Why Shop Class Is Still Relevant
Shop class needs a shot in the arm “Good article. But looking ‘beyond’ just the shortages of trade jobs and asking why young people aren’t entering these trades, particularly, is needed. I think it has to do with our schools … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 