Drowning in Oil: Why? And is it a Good Thing?

There is an abundance of cheap oil around, which translates into cheap energy and gas. Will this have a positive or negative impact? Lets take a step back: The world oil supply is artificially high, which is pushing barrel prices to record lows. NYMEX closed at records low last Friday, trading $29.42 a barrel, the lowest price since Feb of … Read more

Relax, Nothing Is in Control

Even with the most detailed of plans, to survive in this world we must relax and embrace the uncertainty. I had detailed plans to hike the summit of the San Jacinto Peak this past weekend. The views from the peak was described by John Muir as the most sublime spectral to found anywhere on earth. … Read more

A lesson from Dr. Martin Luther King

The question before you tonight. Not,”If I stop to help this man in need, what will happen to me?” The question is, “If I do not stop to help the sanitation workers, what will happen to them? – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. I have been thinking a lot about Martin Luther King and his … Read more

Weak Markets and Little Faith

On Tuesday’s State of The Union Address,  President Obama touted of strong economic progress. I see the stock markets on a continuous decline, commodities are also doing the same, Oil is at record lows, Gold usually a safe bet for investors also down. Where is the economic boom that I keep hearing about? What I do see … Read more

The Camping Basics

The crisp air, the gentle sounds of nature, the warmth of a fire and a hot meal cooked over an open fire. Did someone say “lets go camping?” Miles away from the last text message and no possible way to update your Facebook status might sound terrifying for some, yet to many others a tech … Read more