Archive for February 2014

It was an early morning wake-up for most Canadians.  There was a lot on the line in the gold medal hockey game between Canada and Finland. Winning feels better than losing – but there is a real dignity in hard work. Post game interviews with American hockey players after a 5-0 loss to the Finnish…

Back from the West Side Story musical that played at the Jubilee Auditorium in Calgary.  Loved the energy of the live show. The story of West Side Story is still very relevant today.  For example, a documentary aired by CBS last night titled “The Whole Gritty City” follows youth who aspire for something greater than…

It’s really in the approach – a commitment to excellence. To be excellent at anything requires tools and equipment, knowledge and understanding for what it takes to succeed, discipline, physical and mental toughness, time for consistent practice, seeking out advice and mentorship from others who have experience, big goal setting and mostly an understanding for…