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The Jungle Doesn’t Care
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The Jungle Doesn’t Care

After a crushing political defeat, Theodore Roosevelt didn’t retreat. He went to the Amazon. What followed was a brutal fight for survival down an uncharted river where the jungle didn’t care that he’d once been president. This is not a story of glory. It’s a story of grit.

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My Favorite Shelf
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My Favorite Shelf

Tucked beside our living room is my favorite shelf—not because of its design (though Kendra nailed that), but because of the photos it holds. Each one is a snapshot of our kids on some of their best days, surrounded by the people they chose and who chose them back. It’s not just decor, but a simple reminder of the quiet treasures of parenting.

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2025 Triumph Tiger 900
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2025 Triumph Tiger 900

Guess who added another motorcycle to the garage? That’s right—meet Hobbes, the newest two-wheeled partner in my midlife adventure saga. It’s fast, it’s rugged, and it came with a side of philosophical introspection. Blog’s up—come along for the ride.

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