Leadership author and speaker
Leadership author and speaker
In an effort to have a little fun this week, I thought I’d share a humorous little story from my childhood (you saw my #MondayMotivation Chalk Talk post on Tues, right?). This story is printed in a fun little book I did with my brother in 2015 called “Patio Wisdom,” which is full of humor […]
Parents get advice on how to raise their children from lots of sources–sometimes that’s from their kids. One of my very favorite stories about my brother happened when he was very young, perhaps four or five, but certainly no older than eight. In the 1970’s there were few real shopping malls in Fort Worth. When we […]
Two pages of obituaries today and I was not in them going to be a good day. Like what you’re reading? Get more Patio Wisdom at the Lulu Store and at Amazon. Mickey believes everyone can reach high levels of performance if inspired and led. During his 28 year US Air Force career Mickey commanded […]
You can never go wrong with black and chrome. This one always makes me smile! The Patio King inherited my Dad’s love for all things “motor,” and he’s good at it! I can work on machines, and do it when I have to do it, but PK really loves getting his hands greasy. In his life […]
Two years ago, I lost everything of monetary value, either stolen or sold. I’ve never been happier in my life than I am today. Thank you to all the thieves and buyers. When you are down on your luck, it’s easy to blame others. It takes a big man–and a hearty helping of God’s grace–to […]
No matter where I go, I always find myself there. The Patio King has always been a master at being “in the moment.” While I was rushing around from place to place, he always seemed to have the mindfulness to be present where he was, and with those around him. Good advice for all of […]
Life is full of plan B, a lot more plan C, and the occasional plans D, E, and F. Success in life is due to a combo of luck and hard work. When luck fails, you have to be able to work harder! The Patio King has always been willing to work hard to make ends […]
Last year, I edited and co-wrote a book with my brother–the Patio King. He has a great sense of humor and I thought a book with his humor, awesome photos, and a few stories of my own would speak to people. Let’s just say the response has been underwhelming. The content is just too good […]
A house is not a home without corndogs! We’ve moved a lot in our military career, and no matter where we’ve found ourselves we’ve made ourselves a home by bringing in familiar and homey things. The Patio King’s touchstone is corndogs (and whiskey, pork butt, and…) Tell us in the comment section what your comfort items […]
I’d originally intended the blog “Patio Wisdom” to be a static page as an intro to the book by the same title. Patio Wisdom is a fun book I believe will inspire young men, and can be an inspiration to any one who’s a student of the School of Hard Knocks. Life isn’t always fair, but […]
I’m very excited to re-launch the Patio Wisdom blog!!! Photos, quotes, quips, poetry, and a life lesson or two if you’re not too careful! See you around the patio!
My brother and I just finished a collaboration project that was heaps of fun to do. I think you’ll like it! Come and see what the fuss is all about! Patio Wisdom is a jaunt through the wisdom of an uncommon man! Inside are the musings of a life lived at full speed, where wisdom […]
Want to know what is holding it all together when it looks like it’s nothing? How to escape from a 30 foot ledge? What your first words should be after having a heart attack? Patio Wisdom is the first release from Lead The Way Media, available at the Lulu Store! Click the […]