"I about died this last week. That may be a bit of an exaggeration, but I called the Boss Man and informed him that if I die, this is why …"

"The broken record syndrome will be in effect as I’ll say once again, I fully believe in the policy grassroots process."

"I found things that brought me joy. I looked at a bigger picture more than ever before. I took the time for others. I disconnected more. Most importantly, I lived."

"I can probably guarantee I was the only attendee at the event that was also trying to bid on some online embryos at the same time."

In 2007, the first iPhone was released, Netflix started streaming service, NASA successfully landed a spaceship on Mars, and 751 was born.

"We need to continue to make sure that we talk about how safe our beef is, as consumer perception is so important."

"We branded bunch No. 2, and it could not have gone any smoother. There are just four of us branding this year, and it’s like this team has worked together for years."

The rain keeps coming, just a little at a time. There is still a ways to go, but at least some stuff is perking up!