by Michael Peters

Playing with Fire

In 1980, I was thirteen years of age. My family lived on five acres in rural Kentucky. On of my favorite pastimes was roaming the partially wooded property sometimes alone, sometimes with friends and family. On a beautiful summer day my friend was spending the afternoon. We decided to hike through the woods. With my… Read More

by Michael Peters

Actions speak louder

Any momentary triumph you think you have gained through argument is really a Pyrrhic victory: The resentment and ill will you stir up is stronger and lasts longer than any momentary change of opinion. It is much more powerful to get others to agree with you through your actions, without saying a word. Demonstrate, do… Read More

by Michael Peters

Brilliant Apple Pancakes

4 cups organic whole wheat flour 1 cup pure cane sugar 2 organic eggs 4 cups organic cultured buttermilk 2 organic Granny Smith apples shredded 2 teaspoons baking soda 4 teaspoons baking powder Mix all ingredients well into a smooth thick batter. Heat up a heavy griddle and spread organic salted butter all over to… Read More

by Michael Peters

Butternut Soup

1 butternut squash, peeled Nutmeg 2 tablespoons unsalted butter Salt and pepper 1 onion, chopped 6 cups chicken stock Cut squash into 1-inch chunks. In large pot melt butter. Add onion and cook until translucent, about 8 minutes. Add squash and stock. Bring to a simmer and cook until squash is tender. Remove squash chunks… Read More

by Michael Peters

Walk softly and carry a big stick.

My mother drew a distinction between achievement and success. She said that ‘achievement is the knowledge that you have studied and worked hard and done the best that is in you. Success is being praised by others, and that’s nice, too, but not as important or satisfying. Always aim for achievement and forget about success.’… Read More

by Michael Peters

Hot Dog!

It was 1975 when I turned eight years old. My family moved from New York to Minnesota. My Mother, Father, two sisters, and our Saint Bernard travelled across country on yet another new adventure. This was to become my fifth home for no other reason than my Father was a restless soul I suppose. It… Read More

by Michael Peters

Scenic Overlook

In 1978, as a young man of eleven years of age, my whole family decided to relocate to some as yet undecided location. It was a sweltering June I recall. Like Nomads we traversed the countryside looking for that perfect spot on the map. All aboard the mega-van, my Mother, Father, three sisters, and several… Read More