On Lifting More
Being capable of carrying more doesn’t always mean you should. Sometimes strength is knowing what belongs on the bar—and what doesn’t.
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Three Mancuso Men
Three Mancuso men, one giant swing, and a 1,000-foot gorge. Some memories are made by doing something incredibly stupid together.
The Mancuso Minute - August 15
A day off, a dream of writing full-time, and this week’s collection of regret, responsibility, fiction, and look back at an old view of life on the outside.
The Vigilant 10 - Another Found
Pulled from the chaos by Mr. Haldrin, Jimmy finally gets some answers. Unfortunately, one answer raises a far more troubling question.
The Weight of Responsibility
Responsibility is a virtue—until “I can” becomes “I should.” On carrying too much, fearing risk, and remembering what comes first.
The Great Prague Regret
Of all the history packed into Prague’s Old Town Square, I came home remembering one small moment I’d spend the next 18 years regretting.
The Mancuso Minute - August 8
This week: Czech clowns, virtues gone mad, and a peaceful evening with The Vigilant. What could possibly go wrong?
The Vigilant 09 – Standing in the Open
Jimmy accepts a dinner invitation with Paul and his family, but an ordinary evening begins raising extraordinary questions.
When Virtues Become Idols
Duty. Success. Independence. Compassion. Justice. Every generation crowns a different virtue. Only one belongs on the throne.
How I Became a Clown in the Czech Republic
A return mission trip to the Czech Republic turned into clown makeup, a behind-the-scenes prank, and one of my favorite souvenirs from overseas.