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  • David Bowie: The Fabric of My Youth

    Even though David Bowie was as far removed from my real life as possible, waking up to the news of his death from cancer caused my heart to sink. I wouldn’t even say I was a huge fan of his music other than an appreciation of his talent and art –  but to me, he represented the freedom…

  • Life: There is No Time to Waste

    When Scotty and I first moved to Northern VA, my new boss, Daryl and his wife, Niki, were one of the first people who befriended us. That was almost twenty years ago. They moved away recently and although we didn’t talk regularly, when we did – it was just like old times. Yesterday, Niki died unexpectedly.…

  • Joan Rivers: A True Pioneer

    Joan Rivers was a true pioneer and a very savvy business woman. Remember her hugely successful Jewelry Line before anyone else was doing that? RIP Joan.    Variety: Joan Rivers, Comedian and TV Host, Dies at 81

  • Robin Williams: Battling Depression

    Robin Williams was a big part of all of our lives — his movies are classics that we all relate to and remember which is why many of us are feeling this loss deeply. What I have learned over the years is depression threads its way into every atom of your being and can lay dormant…

  • Nate Dogg – R.I.P.

    Today is my rest day — I have workouts planned for the rest of the week including a 5K in DC the Chris4Life Scope It Out 5K for Colon Cancer Awareness! It’s my first race of the season so I am pretty excited! It’s not too late to join me or donate to the cause…

  • Jack LaLanne – Amazing and Relevant

    LaLanne story was remarkable and unique I just heard about Jack Lalanne dying at age 96. What an amazing man and role model for us all and what he taught are lessons that are still applicable in today’s world — It is often said that if you eat well and get lots of exercise then…