Over the last few years I realize I have slowly drifted away from something I value greatly…and that is giving back. Doing what I do for a living leads to plenty of opportunities to be a part of organizations I believe in and to help…which is in my nature. I’ve also come to realize with my involvement in the Toy Company, that at least some degree, I have strayed from certain aspects of who I am and what I value.

So…this weekend was the annual matchup between UF and Tennessee for 2009 and the Volunteers were coming to town. It was an odd weekend as generally one of my friends hosts the game at their house and we have a big party and no one was doing so. The new better half and I decided to step out publicly and go tailgating with some friends.

One of my dream cars has always been a 3rd Gen RX7 also known as the FD. Manufactured in the US from 1993-1995 they were sold in the rest of the world through 2002. One of the greatest sports cars ever, I’ve been looking to buy one as a reward to myself for some time.

So…as most of my friends know, about two weeks ago I gave a presentation to a number of non-profit agencies in Gainesville on behalf of James Moore and Company. I had to cover a ton of topics that would hopefully help these organizations make better use of their limited budgets and to not be ripped [...]

So the last few days have been nice. Business is good of course but I’ve really been enjoying hanging out with Brian and Kyle. It is hard to believe at times that 10 years ago I was their “Nanny”