Last year, in 2024, something remarkable happened. Club Adapt reached out to me after seeing the work I’ve been doing here in Mount Laurel through Living Strong Projects and Action Karate. We met in the beginning of 2025, and by March I was teaching my very first Character and Leadership session for their members. [watch short video about Club Adapt] Every month since, when I step onto the mat and look into the eyes of those adults — each accompanied by their companion, each bringing their own story, their own challenges, and their own strength — I feel an overwhelming sense of honor. I don’t see limitations. I see people showing up, ready to grow, ready to connect, ready to be seen and heard. And to be part of that process, even for an hour, is one of the most empowering experiences of my life. This isn’t just another program for me. Every time I lead a session with Club Adapt, I feel the presence of my son PJ. PJ passed away at the age of 12 from complications of MS. His life — short, but filled with courage — continues to shape everything I do. When I’m working with individuals with additional needs, I’m honoring him. I’m giving what I wish I could still give to him: encouragement, laughter, lessons of strength, reminders that he mattered. And he did. He still does. So when I stand before the members of Club Adapt, I know that many of them may not express themselves in words. But leadership and integrity aren’t just spoken — they’re lived, they’re felt. I see it in their eyes, in the way they listen, in the small gestures, in the courage it takes just to show up and engage. And I see it in their companions — the aides who stand faithfully beside them. In my sessions, I call them Coaches. I require every aide to stay with their member throughout the lesson, not to stand off to the side, but to learn with them. Why? Because I want them to leave empowered, too. I want them to understand how to guide, assist, and support their member beyond our class.

I have double CDs with 31 songs from my Living Strong Radio Show now available. Looking to raise financing to upgrade my studio with a new mixer, microphones, and computer, along with additional software. This is one way I will be raising funds. $10 for the double CDs. Let me know if you want to help and purchase the double CD's. Comment "yes" if you want the CDs and I will reach out to you.

🌅 Tuesday Morning Reflection | Old Man in the Corner Why do you think “Old Man in the Corner” resonates with people? This Tuesday morning, I woke up to find that it’s the #1 song on my channel. Out of all the music and stories I’ve shared, this is the one that so many of you are listening to. And I’ve been reflecting on why. The phrase “old man in the corner” began with me at the karate school. I’d use it to describe my place these days — not always running drills in the center, but sitting back, watching, listening, and guiding from the edges. People would often say, “You’re not old! Age is just a number!” But I embrace it. To me, being “old” isn’t a weakness. It’s an honor. It’s carrying years of lessons, scars, and stories that only time can give. It’s having a vantage point. Corners aren’t limits — they’re places of perspective. That’s the heart of this song. 🌟 The Background I first started calling myself “the old man in the corner” at the karate school. I meant it half as a joke — but mostly as a way to honor the years I’ve lived and the perspective I’ve gained. Many people rush to say, “You’re not old!” But I embrace it. To me, “old” means tested, seasoned, shaped by scars and strengthened by time. The phrase also comes from literature — Baroness Emmuska Orczy’s The Old Man in the Corner (1908). Her old man was an “armchair detective,” quietly solving mysteries from a café. He didn’t need to chase villains — his gift was perspective. That image stuck with me. So I wrote this song as my anthem: a reminder that corners aren’t limits. They’re vantage points. ✍️ The Lyrics — and Their Meaning Verse 1 Pull up a chair, pour a little truth, Every scar I carry is living proof. Not chasing fights, not chasing fame, I’ve learned the rules of this life game. ➡️ These opening lines speak to what the years give us: scars that tell stories, lessons learned not from chasing noise, but from living fully. Strength comes not from the spotlight, but from experience.

Introduce yourself and start Living Strong — it’s that simple! When you introduce yourself, you’ll immediately start earning points and moving up in levels. Your first post will usually get several likes and comments, which helps you level up faster. These levels not only show your growth in the Tribe, they also give you access to prizes and special recognition along the way. What to share in your intro? - Where you’re from - Why you chose to join the Living Strong Tribe - What area of your life you’re most focused on strengthening (mind, body, spirit, or emotions) - Something about your passions, profession, or personal journey - A favorite book, song, or quote that inspires you to Live Strong Whether you’re just starting your journey or have years of wisdom to share, your introduction is the first step in building meaningful connections here. Have fun, be yourself, and remember — this is a positive, encouraging environment where we grow together. The Living Strong Promise: By introducing yourself, you’re committing to keep this community a place of positivity, encouragement, and growth — no negativity, no complaining. We’re here to lift one another up.

I’m not a singer. I’m not a rapper. But I definitely have a word to speak and a rhythm in my soul. This morning at 3:30am, I woke up with an idea I couldn’t ignore. I wrote these words, produced a beat, and spoke them. This is my why for doing the Living Strong Radio Show. It’s raw. It’s real. It’s me.