Category Archives: Random Thoughts

21 Days of Monk-dom

Posted on April 11, 2019 by Steve Foster

I recently returned from a 21 day “monk retreat.” It wasn’t stringent monk-dom. I ate well (more than bread and water)…slept in a nice bed (no horsehair mats)…and still talked and interacted with people (no vow of silence). But based … Continue reading →

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An Eight-Day Whirlwind (and Relatively Cheap) Tour of the West

Posted on August 4, 2018 by Steve Foster

My wife and I just recently returned from a 8-day whirlwind tour of the southwest. A few people asked for our itinerary so here you go. DAY 1. Fly into Las Vegas. Flights are relatively cheap with lots of options. … Continue reading →

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I Lost My Pillow

Posted on July 27, 2018 by Steve Foster

I lost my pillow. Not something to be too upset about. After all, it is just a pillow. But maybe not. I have had this pillow since I was probably three or four. My grandmother made it for me. Duck … Continue reading →

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50 Things I Have Learned in 50 Years

Posted on June 27, 2018 by Steve Foster

Today is my 18263th day on earth (if I got the leap years right). 50 years of life. Wow. I remember being at a friend's 50th birthday party many years ago wondering what it would be like to turn 50. … Continue reading →

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27 Things I Have Learned in 27 Years of Marriage

Posted on June 22, 2018 by Steve Foster

In honor of our 27th anniversary on June 22, here are 27 things that I have learned about marriage. 1. Love deepens over time. I certainly loved Liz when I married her 27 years ago but I really didn't understand the depths … Continue reading →

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