The only force in the universe that comes close to a mother’s sweet/fierce love is a father’s tough/courageous love. On Father's Day, we celebrate the parental toughness of fathers. » More

Jim Blasingame shares the reasons for his scrooge-ness and advocates for making the holiday spirit of giving last all year. » More

Small Business Advocate and self-described "scrooge" Jim Blasingame explains why being a scrooge during the holidays isn't always a bad thing. » More

Jim Blasingame offers evidence to defend himself as a self-described scrooge, why this is the case, and what we all should do to extend the holiday spirit of giving year-round. » More

A reflection on what it means to be truly thankful. » More

How one person, choosing to do good, can make a difference in the lives of many: a reflection on cause and effect for Thanksgiving. » More

Some say I’m a scrooge – they might be right. But here are three exhibits in my defense: » More

"Got a minute?" That question can suck every minute out of your day. You want to be helpful and open. But when you become “at the effect” of everyone else, you may get frustrated. Maybe even sna... » More

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This is Jim's traditional Father's Day column. <p>As the father of an adult&nbsp;daughter and son, plus the grandfather of four knucklehead ...</["p"]> » More