Born in Lafayette, Indiana and I grew up mostly in the northern part of Texas. From 1982 to 2009, I worked as a research librarian at the Washington Times. Most important, I'm married to Silvia, my best friend. We have a son, Brian, and a daughter, Sonja, both of whom are a great blessing.
An informed and often humorous take on the world of advertising, public relations and social media. 100% Pure. Not from concentrate.
Breakout influencer of 2011 shares her unique thoughts on social media, business.
Pizza chain emerges from Post-Katrina New Orleans to change the way we look at pizza, fast-casual.
The Executive Vice President of Edelman Digital shares thoughts on Facebook's game changer and more.
Two class clowns get the last laugh, create fiercely loyal brand community.
A wife, mother of three and world waterskiing champion looks at the world through the eyes of her faith.
The Red Thread is written for that special tribe: adoptive families and those who hope to be.
An advocate against sexual trafficking and for victims, Holly Smith speaks out.
Contributions to the Communities Sports desk from readers.
Published 7:22 a.m. May 15, 2012
What do the Bible and Jesus predict?
Published 7:12 a.m. April 23, 2012
A consideration of what Jesus said about his mission, according to the Bible
Published 11:47 a.m. April 8, 2012
... of hope
Published 9:30 a.m. March 26, 2012
What does the Bible's prediction fiery end-of-world prediction actually mean?
Published 8:02 a.m. March 12, 2012
What is it meant to tell us?
Published 7:46 a.m. February 27, 2012
"A good leader inspires people to have confidence in the leader; a great leader inspires people to have confidence in themselves." ~ Eleanor Roosevelt
Published 6:55 a.m. February 8, 2012
A story of courage, and forgiveness
Published 7:57 a.m. January 27, 2012
Human responsibility and free will; how are you going to use them to alleviate suffering in this world?
Published 7:16 a.m. January 9, 2012
An encouraging project in Malawi
Published 8:52 a.m. December 24, 2011
Seeking to better understand Christ on his day
Published 7:20 a.m. December 12, 2011
California Against Slavery and its 2012 ballot initiative
Published 7:59 p.m. November 28, 2011
Generation Peace Academy and "citizen-to-citizen diplomacy"
Published 7:11 a.m. November 22, 2011
Reverend In Jin Moon's common-sense approach to combating compulsive behavior
Published 6:43 a.m. November 14, 2011
The Creator's plan for men, women and sex
Published 8:19 a.m. November 7, 2011
An appeal to agnostics and atheists