The Everyday Advantage
Sustainable growth for a centered life
The Everyday Advantage is a space for thoughtful exploration and intentional growth. With book reviews, meaningful meditations, and curated resources, we offer practical tools to help you find balance and live with purpose.
Our goal isn’t about doing more its about learning to live better.
2019 Annual Chamber Dinner
Jennifer and I had a great time celebrating with friends at the annual Bartow Chamber of Commerce dinner. The theme was Mardi Gras. And, for once I actually won something in the silent auction – A nice basket of whiskeys....
Favorite Books of 2018
Most really successful, diligent people have already compiled all their “Best __________ of 2018” posts. Heck most of them were finished before 2018 was. I am not that guy. ?♂️ So, better late than never, here are my favorite five books from last year. My...
Book Review – Oliver Twist
I am embarrassed to say that there are quite a few gaping holes in my library. Last month I plugged one of them by finally reading Oliver Twist. I knew the framework of the story – an orphaned boy travels to London, meets lovable scamps,...
While I Was Away
It’s been a while since I have checked in with a new post. Kinda got sidetracked with roughly a hundred other things that came my way. This year has ushered in quite a few changes. Here’s what’s happened while I was away. So one of...
Peace Enough to Sleep
James and Peter have been arrested. James, one of Peter’s dearest friends has been executed. Peter awaits the same fate. And how does he spend the night? Sleeping peacefully in his cell. Oh, that I might that this type of faith!...
What Gets Measured…Gets Done
You’ve probably heard the old adage, “What gets scheduled gets done.” I think this is largely true, but have also found a more helpful axiom when it comes to completing my goals – “What gets measured, gets done.“ I’ve done a lot of reading this...
Things Just Got Real
Today was the first official day of candidate qualifying for the Bartow City Commission. That means all the paperwork that is required to run for a seat on the commission is due this week. Around noon today, I dropped everything off with the City Clerk....
Book Review – Finish
I used to keep a Post-It note on my computer screen that read “LAND THE PLANE”. It was a simple yet powerful reminder to finish what I start. I love new ideas. I allow them to take off from my mental airport on a daily...