I’m Not A Doctor, But…
Complete this sentence: I’m not a doctor, but . . . . Believe it or not, that expression immediately came… more
Happy Brag Day
It’s almost Flag Day here in the United States. But until then, all of us at ALAN are busy celebrating… more
Fasten Your Seatbelts Part 2
Earlier this month, I officially earned my nerd card when I admitted that I pay attention to every word of… more
Fasten Your Seatbelts Part 1
I fly on a regular basis (taking two or three trips a month isn’t unusual for me). So I’ve sat… more
Staying The Course
About a month ago I ran my first half marathon. I won’t reveal my time. But I will say that… more
What March Madness Looks Like To ALAN
At our house, the topic of the week is the NCAA Basketball Tournament, and the chances that the University of… more
ALAN’s Helpful Post-Tornado Relief Do’s and Don’ts
As you are well aware, several devastating tornados touched down in the Southeast this past Sunday. Since then, ALAN has… more
Happy ALANtine’s Day!
Since last year’s sale of Necco has left us without traditional conversation hearts this year, we’ve devised our own way… more
A Day On, Not A Day Off: Calling All Volunteers
“Life’s most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing for others?’” — Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Montgomery, AL 1957. If you’ve ever viewed my Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn, you already know that I’m a fan of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., because I frequently use his quotes.