Wake Up. Begin the Day with Purpose
Begin the day with purpose.
Appreciate the morning light.
Wake up before you become busy.
Find and follow your breath.
One quiet moment.
Peace. ✨
Set the Priority. Put the First Thing First. | Admired Leadership
The word “priority” entered the English language from the Medieval Latin word “prioritas,” meaning first. The word was singular for 500 years for a reason. One thing comes first, and everything else follows. Put the first thing first!🎯
Dimensional Drawings of Apple Products | Kottke Dot Org
Enjoy these elegant dimensional drawings or download them to make a custom Apple accessory. 🍏
So You Think You Could Be An Electrician? | Asterisk
Before you try to AI proof your career (or your child's) by learning a trade, be sure you understand the hazards, physical work, and uncertain rewards. Earning a living in the trades is far harder than most people know. 🛠️
Why You Should Make a Reverse Bucket List | TIME
No matter what's on your "maybe someday" bucket list, pause to recall remarkable experiences you have already enjoyed. And, look out for unexpected beauty, joy, and discovery in your every day routine. ✨
Celebrate Día de Muertos: A Holiday to Honor Your Ancestors | Sortir à Paris
Discover the origins and traditions of Día de Muertos, the grand Mexican festival celebrated every year on November 1 and 2. 🪇
Here are books, media, and music influencing my writing and teaching:
10 Good Books on my Kindle | October 2026 | Brian Cooke
As the US Runs the AI Race, China Plays a Different Game | HBS Working Knowledge (September 25, 2026)
Descarga La Moderna | Ray Barretto (1963) via YouTube
Fandango | Herb Alpert (1982) via YouTube
China Cat Sunflower / I Know You Rider | Grateful Dead (Live at Shoreline 5/21/1993) via YouTube
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