Reading Adam Savage’s book Every Tool’s a Hammer was an eye-opening experience. Savage, best known for co-hosting MythBusters, shares invaluable lessons about creativity, mistakes, and the joy of making. The book isn’t just about tools and building; it’s a guide to approaching life with curiosity and resilience. Here are some of the key lessons I took away: 1. Mistakes Are Valuable One of the...
Today is Monday, and I’m back at the hospital after calling in sick on Friday. I wasn’t feeling my best, with a temperature of 101, but thankfully, I was able to sleep it off. I’m grateful to have a job to return to—a blessing I don’t take lightly. Over the weekend, my eBay business kept on keeping on. I sold eight items, which I packed up this morning before heading to work. It’s always...
In every aspect of life—whether it’s reselling, maintenance work, or parenting—there is immense value in going above and beyond what is expected of you. While it may not always feel rewarding in the moment, the long-term benefits of doing more than what is asked can profoundly impact your life and the lives of those around you. I’ve put together a list of six benefits. I think I might go the...
Today, sports have been on my mind. Put there by those around me. It seems like everywhere I’ve turned, someone was bringing up a game, a player, their kids playing sports, or a big match they just watched. This pattern made me stop and think, what it’s about sports that commands such attention and devotion? And what does that say about our society? The Big Money in Sports vs. Real-World Needs...
I know reselling might sound a little overwhelming at first, especially with everything happening in the world right now—rising prices, trade issues, and all that. But let me tell you, it’s not only possible to succeed in this space; it can also be incredibly rewarding. If you’ve ever considered starting a reselling business but felt unsure, let me share some practical tips and encouragement to...
Today marks a significant shift in my tech journey: I’m upgrading to the iPhone 16 Plus after years of using the iPhone SE series. This change is both exciting and bittersweet, as it means leaving behind some of the features I’ve come to love—most notably, the Home button. A Longtime SE User Since 2021, I’ve been using the iPhone SE (third generation). Before that, I had the SE second generation...
This morning, as I was driving my daughter to school—which is in a different town from where we live—she confessed something that tugged at my heart: “I suck at math,” she said. Her words weren’t just about math; they revealed a mindset that could hold her back. I told her she was looking at it the wrong way. Simply saying, “I suck at math,” wasn’t going to help her improve. Instead, I encouraged...
Yesterday, my wife and I made a trip to Yukon, Oklahoma, for her appointment at Mercy Hospital, where she needed another CT scan. We’re set to receive the results on Friday, and while the waiting is never easy, we’re hopeful for good news. After the appointment, we decided to have lunch at IHOP—a nice way to relax and recharge before tackling the rest of the day. From there, we headed to two...
Our local school, Mountain View-Gotebo Public Schools, recently announced a new policy requiring students to lock their phones in a designated lockbox at the start of the school day, beginning next semester. The goal is to reduce distractions and promote better focus. While I understand the rationale, I still have concerns about the potential consequences, especially regarding safety and...
This past week at Parishable Store has been eventful, filled with stories behind the items sold and a few lessons learned along the way. As a reseller, every sale isn’t just about dollars and cents—it’s about each item’s journey and the people it touches. Here’s a rundown of the past week’s highlights: The Answering Machine and the Unexpected Offers One of the more interesting moments of...
