The golden rule of driving
For anyone who’s ever yelled “Unbelievable!” at a stranger and then immediately missed their own exit.
Everyone’s fluent until someone asks a question
We all nod along in meetings pretending to understand. Here’s what happens when someone finally raises a hand.
The junk drawer theory of life
Life isn’t color-coded or curated. It’s a pile of receipts, loose batteries, and the occasional forgotten birthday card. And maybe that’s exactly how it should be.
What to expect when you’re no longer expected
A story about parenting, persistence, and the moment your kids drift just far enough away to break your heart (in the best possible way).
The liturgy of the encore
A night of great music, loud applause, and the sacred, time-honored ritual of pretending the concert is over.
Companies are not family
Good work should make life bigger, not smaller. The best teams know where work ends and the rest of life begins.
A short guide to remembering why you got married
Because marriage isn’t about avoiding the mess—it’s about choosing your favorite person to clean it up with.
All’s fair in love and sweatpants
Love is patient. Love is kind. Love occasionally ruins gym shorts.
“This is actually not that bad,” and other compliments I’ve received
A love letter to every well-meaning person who’s ever said “actually not that bad” and meant it as encouragement.
Faces of the Blue Bell hall of fame
Who are those goofy-grinning people on every Blue Bell ice cream carton? I overthink them so you don’t have to.