Everything you want to achieve in life requires you to get used to its opposite
If you want to be smart, you have to get used to feeling dumb
If you want to be strong, you have to get used to feeling weak
If you want to be wealthy, you have to get used to feeling poor
Government: You owe us money. It’s called taxes.
Me: How much do I owe?
Gov’t: You have to figure that out.
Me: I just pay what I want?
Gov’t: Oh, no we know exactly how much you owe. But you have to guess that number too.
Me: What if I get it wrong?
Gov’t: You go to prison
Habits to learn while still young:
* Stop complaining, do something to change the situation
* Learn how to use and overcome fear
* Be honest, even if it's awkward
* Add more value than you take in every relationship you have
* Have a low time preference
Day 2 of the no school #PolarVotex. Harvey and I spending time arguing what color the walls our Minecraft prison should be. I can’t wait to see what tomorrow brings
There’s a subtle detail in the LOTR books that didn’t quite translate to the movie, and while I understand why, it’s a moment that sticks in my mind and I think about a lot—
Today is I Am a Mentor Day. The impact FIRST makes is possible because of the time & dedication of our mentors, coaches, and adult supporters. If you're a FIRST mentor, tell us which team you're with. If a FIRST mentor inspired you, show them some 💙! #NationalMentoringMonth
{3y.o singing loudly at 6:30 am}
Wife: hey don’t sing so loud, people are still sleeping.
3y.o.: this is America, I can do what I want!
Wife: ...
Me: ...she’s not wrong
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