August 26, 2017: The Foundation
It was Friday night, just about my son’s bed time. His first week of kindergarten was in the books. As we were getting ready, he asks me: “Are the Cubs on”? I said, yes. He said, I want to watch … Continued
August 22, 2017: New Year
I like the text message that my brother in law sent me this year: Remember, a birthday is like a personal new year. I’m buying that all day every day. So, besides January 1st, for me, August 22nd is the … Continued
August 15, 2017: Stress Levels
How well do you manage your stress? I’ve always been pretty good about managing mine. Nothing really gets to me, until lately… New and different challenges both personally and professionally have kicked my stress levels above zero. I’m pretty sure … Continued
July 10, 2017: Lots of Mulligans
We may need a mulligan for the Cubs first half, but on our annual golf trip, there are lots of mulligans required. It all started back in 2000. That was the first annual father son golf trip. We started with … Continued
July 4, 2017: It’s Called Soccer
People are starting to take notice of another Chicago team. The Chicago Fire professional soccer team has been playing really well from what I hear. I’m not interested. Sorry, I don’t want to knock the sport of futbol…it’s called soccer … Continued
June 26, 2017: No July Championships
As we continue our look at championship month here in Chicago, we look to the latest 2 championships won in the month of June. I’m surprised the NBA and NHL playoff seasons haven’t pushed to July yet. Remember when the entire MLB … Continued
June 23, 2017: Blackhawk Out
I got to work early on Friday, like 5am early. After taking care of some business, I took care of some other business and let out my frustration about the Jimmy Butler trade. As I finished and flipped it out … Continued
June 21, 2017: No More Hossa
I was shocked for sure. No more Hossa? It certainly looks that way. He will not be playing in the 2017-2018 season for the Blackhawks. He may have played his last game in a Hawks sweater. This is not a … Continued
June 15, 2017: Championship Month
It’s one of the best parts of June. Although this year did not bring us titles, June is still a championship month for us. Nine of the twelve Chicago championships in my lifetime happened in this month. It’s great to … Continued
June 14, 2017: Matching Threes
Hockey season is finally over by the way. Although I cracked a smile at the result of the NBA Finals, I cringed at the end of the Stanley Cup. The Penguins won again becoming repeat champions. Over the past nine … Continued