Contemporary Fiction Author, Infrequent Blogger & Retired Clown

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5 Marketing Mistakes You Do NOT Want to Make in 2025

5 Marketing Mistakes You Do NOT Want to Make in 2025

As we head into 2025, the marketing landscape is evolving faster than ever. New technologies, shifting consumer expectations, and an increased focus on authenticity are rewriting the rules. While innovation is exciting, it’s easy to fall into common pitfalls that can derail even the best-laid [Read more…]

Great Sand Dunes National Park: You Can’t Have Stars Without Darkness

Great Sand Dunes National Park: You Can’t Have Stars Without Darkness

In the midst of a desperate half-run through the soft sand and dark forest, a red-bulbed flashlight clutched in one trembling hand and my dog’s leash gripped tight in the other, I saw what was sure to be the next day’s headlines flash before my [Read more…]

Moving to Colorado: You’re on Your Own, Kid

Moving to Colorado: You’re on Your Own, Kid

“Don’t you ever wonder, if you took a left turn instead of taking a right, you could be somebody different?” DAVE MATTHEWS BAND I am in high school.  In less than a year, I’ve lost both a cousin and a classmate to tragic accidents. My [Read more…]

Zach Bryan’s Snow Show at Red Rocks

Zach Bryan’s Snow Show at Red Rocks

Snow started falling while we were enjoying dinner. And by enjoying dinner, I mean playing darts and drinking beers while a couple of burgers got cold on a nearby table. What better way to pregame before seeing Zach Bryan headline at Red Rocks for the [Read more…]