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Stories, lessons, and plain talk from eight decades of paying attention.

Faith & Ministry October 4, 20265 min read

When everything goes wrong, where is God? An 82-year-old's lesson about trusting Him through life's hardest storms.

Observations October 3, 20266 min read

Will AI take our jobs—or transform them? An 82-year-old’s perspective on AI, jobs, technology, and preparing for the future.

82n YEARS ---- 82 Lessons October 3, 20265 min read

Are we truly more connected—or more alone? An 82-year-old reflects on phones, social media, friendship, loneliness, and real human connection.

82n YEARS ---- 82 Lessons October 2, 20266 min read

At 82, I’ve learned how quickly a lifetime passes. A powerful reflection on time, faith, family, regrets, memories and making every day count.

82n YEARS ---- 82 Lessons October 1, 20266 min read

Remember life before cell phones? An 82-year-old recalls pay phones, muddy oilfield roads, cattle gates and how we got the job done.

Observations September 30, 20265 min read

Could artificial intelligence become lethal? Explore how AI could threaten humanity through weapons, cyberattacks, accidents, and loss of control

82n YEARS ---- 82 Lessons September 30, 20266 min read

At 82, I’ve learned character still matters. Your word, honesty, faith, and choices define who you are—especially when nobody is watching.

Observations September 29, 20266 min read

“If oil is priced globally, why does gasoline cost less in Saudi Arabia than Texas? Follow the money from the oil well to the pump.”

Observations September 28, 20266 min read

What will life look like in 20 years? Explore how AI, robots, medicine and technology may change our lives—and what will still truly matter.