Category Archives: Random thoughts

Challenged Accepted

Posted on August 12, 2013 by mdbrie01

So I’ve been neglecting this blog for too long now.  I was recently invited to take part in the Start Experience in connection with John Acuff’s book Start.  I had to pick a challenge for the next 24 days and I … Continue reading →

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Notes from the road

Posted on June 12, 2013 by mdbrie01

Vacation how I have missed thee.  While my wife, sister in-law, and niece are out running around a theme park I took a day away from everything.  I’m not a big fan of theme parks.  I didn’t grow up going … Continue reading →

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Insert witty title here

Posted on March 10, 2013 by mdbrie01

This is more a test post than anything.  It seems the last two or three entries I’ve made did not show up on Twitter and I’m wondering if its an issue with the plug-in or an issue with posting from … Continue reading →

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Scenes from a frustrated dreamer

Posted on March 8, 2013 by mdbrie01

I guess it was bound to hit sooner or later. I think I got used to this idea of having all of the free time in the world. Seems like, lately at least, I’m paddling to keep my head above … Continue reading →

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iFun

Posted on March 3, 2013 by mdbrie01

It has been a long day. I feel like I’ve not done a good job of keeping up with blogging here or at my podcast’s site. I’m hoping with the mini iPad I’ll be able to do more in terms … Continue reading →

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And in with the new

Posted on January 15, 2013 by mdbrie01

Going into the new year I’ve set a new group of goals that will be my primary focus.  I also have a few unwritten goals that I’m mulling about.  The one thing I may do different this year is a mid-year check … Continue reading →

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Out with the old…

Posted on January 14, 2013 by mdbrie01

I, for one, welcome the new year with open arms.  It isn’t that 2012 was a horrible year.  In many ways it was a great year of growth and opportunity, tinged with moments of sadness and an undeniable realization that my body isn’t getting … Continue reading →

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Advice

Posted on October 20, 2012 by mdbrie01

If I could share one piece of advice that I believe is pretty pertinent I would say “Don’t beat yourself up.”  I know you’re thinking you’ve bit off more than you can chew and maybe you have.  Just remember to … Continue reading →

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These are the days that make me sigh

Posted on September 20, 2012 by mdbrie01

Hot on the heels of enjoying the new, cooler weather is the requisite autumn allergies that plague me each year.  I don’t know what I’m allergic to, but I’m guessing it is anything that grows and releases pollen into the … Continue reading →

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“I’m 37, I’m not old”

Posted on September 3, 2012 by mdbrie01

I can only truthfully use that quote for a little less than two months.  The truth is that I’m not old though any physical issues I might have are in fact from the years and not the mileage.  This past … Continue reading →

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