Thinking about Getting an EV
Our family has two cars. A 2020 Chrysler Pacifica Plug-In Hybrid (92K miles) and a 2007 Honda Accord (142K miles). Our oldest will get their driver's license this fall and head off to college in two…
Eight Years Of Running
If I am one thing, it is a runner. I hide from defining myself, but you are officially a runner when you run as much as I do. How much do I run? 26,000 miles in the last eight years. I…
Universities Supporting LGBT
When choosing a university to attend, you should envision a place that accepts all cultures and lifestyles. Whether you identify as a member of the LGBT community or not, 17% of college students identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual,…
Top United States Universities 2024
I compiled an aggregate of the top universities in the world a year ago. We shall now see what has changed for the United States. I used eight different resources for rankings. US News Washington Monthly…
What Now For The Bears?
The draft is over, and it is time to pick up all the wrapping paper and decide which toy you want to play with first. The draft's first night was the most important and paid off.…
I’m 42
I've reached the age where I no longer am interested in my age-accelerating. The years go by faster and faster, and I wonder what I'm doing on this planet. Most nights before going to bed, I…
Deferring Your Freshman Year at Top Colleges
Life comes at you fast; sometimes, you must take a break before entering a significant life-changing event. One option schools offer is asking for deferment after you have been admitted. Usually, when you think of a…
I Guess I’m a Photographer
When my oldest and I went on our NFL trip in 2021, I purchased a Sony A6600 and a Tamron 18-300mm lens. If you don't know what those are, don't worry, I had no idea then and am just now starting to…
March Madness
I was introduced to college basketball when I was in second grade. Our teacher randomly assigned us two teams to cheer for. The winner got a candy bar. I was so excited because I love competition.…
The Draft is Back
Last year, the Bears pulled off one of the best trades in recent memory. Bears return for No. 1 pick in the 2023 draft ... WR Keenan Allen WR DJ Moore OT Darnell Wright CB Tyrique Stevenson…