This period of global unrest presents a great opportunity to reflect on the adversity humanity has faced and overcome before.  In this episode we also consider the horror the occasional Dental procedure and the ominous events which transpired, but often go unspoken, in the “childhood” classic Pinocchio.  Laughter is the best medicine.

Loopholes on Life

#133 “Overcoming Coronavirus, the Dentist and Pinocchio!”

This pod is like the first bite into crisp apple. Stan, Stitch, and yet another Stitch brother, Danny Boy, unwittingly discover the complexities surrounding the art of enjoying life’s simple things!

#132 “A Tree in the Sky and Simple Things in Life!”

The creature initiates its taunt with a leap off the ground that could out-rival the height of a third grader’s smile. It latches its tiny arms around the 6-foot iron-rod with the ferocity of a concerned mother, then begins to scale. Its approach to humanity and gravity is one of defiance, as it navigates upward … Continue reading "#131 “Conquering Cat-sized Squirrels and the Ego!”"

#131 “Conquering Cat-sized Squirrels and the Ego!”

Everyone has a dream… right? Whether you do or do not, there is now an agreed upon path on how to bring your dreams into reality! Discover the secret in a not-so-tricky acronym…um… D.R.E.A.M.! (D) Discover and Develop your dreams.(R) Remember them.(E) Energize them! Fuel that fire!(A) ACT ON THEM!(M) Measure your progress as you … Continue reading "#130 “Dreaming in Reality!”"

#130 “Dreaming in Reality!”

It’s a New Year and it’s GO time! Like clockwork, or more precisely, full-calendar-year-work, many of us are ‘ready-set-go’ to break old habits and start new trends… Here’s something powerful you might not consider as you are berated with countless inspirational articles and a handful of self-written notes: what was the VERY first trend? Here’s … Continue reading "#128 “A Sloth, a Snooki, and a Party of 3!”"

#128 “A Sloth, a Snooki, and a Party of 3!”

Think about the things you are passionate about and actively pursue. Now, think about the things you are passionate about yet make no time for at all.  Finally, think about the fleeting feeling you had as you considered each of those scenarios, and how infinitely different they were. Modern society seems to applaud the ‘busy … Continue reading "#129 “Lobby for Hobbies, and against Circumcision!”"

#129 “Lobby for Hobbies, and against Circumcision!”

NO VACANCY!! The romance of a long weekend’s escape occupies the only room you had left in the anticipation apartment. As the days come marching in, your heart beat seems to synchronize with the rhythms of a Bourbon Street celebration.  You are prepared to depart for a family wedding in New Orleans and to arrive … Continue reading "#127 “Oh, When the STRESS Comes Marching In!”"

#127 “Oh, When the STRESS Comes Marching In!”

If you know this single word, power often follows.  As a verb? It describes actions in the future. As a noun? It defines what we leave behind. Whatever it is, whenever it exists, there IS always a way! Will power. Let’s discuss how to develop it if you don’t have it, and learn how to … Continue reading "#126 “Love Handles, Limos, and WILL POWER!”"

#126 “Love Handles, Limos, and WILL POWER!”

Wanna yield exponential growth and success? There’s a FREE tool available to us. The resource is everywhere. the everything is anywhere,and, hey, go pee! Reflection. Deflection. Deception. Perception! …..the mirror goes deep! It’s Stan, Stitch, and… San Fran local, west coaster, father of two, tech extraordinaire and brother of Stitch! Think of the mirror. reflect…then … Continue reading "#125 “The Mirror Goes Deep!”"

#125 “The Mirror Goes Deep!”

As the elation of free candy and sugar-highs fade, a bitter aftertaste of social confusion and fear ensues… Is there another holiday which conjures up a stronger emotional dichotomy than Halloween?! Conjure up the kid in you and unpack these memories with us, as Stitch’s son Jax (also famously known as “Steve”) joins his favorite … Continue reading "#SE01 “A Spooky Surprise!” a young kid’s breakdown of Halloween!"

#SE01 “A Spooky Surprise!” a young kid’s breakdown of Halloween!

Within the reminiscent whisper of retrospect, one can reflect on the timeless truths we’ve heard over, and over, and over, and over again. We hear them. We say them. We, sadly, all too often ignore them. Perhaps you’ve heard: “A stitch in time saves nine.”? Well friends, a Stitch and Stan combined can save even … Continue reading "#124 “Catching Proverbs, Puns, and Pantry Mice!”"

#124 “Catching Proverbs, Puns, and Pantry Mice!”

Describe it for yourself!! Some are born, some are forged – all are chosen. It is time to unpack the characteristics of leadership, and question the integrity of the star naming system! ‘GOTTA HEAR ITS’! “If constellations were amusement park rides, the Big Dipper would be Disney’s Tea Cups!” “The qualities that make a born … Continue reading "#123 “Big Dippers, Hill Dancers, and LEADERSHIP!”"

#123 “Big Dippers, Hill Dancers, and LEADERSHIP!”

As the rhythmic wheels of our first-world routines lullaby our heads and hearts to sleep, it escapes us once more. A great truth, cowering behind the shield of a green curtain and slithering yet deeper into figment of imagination.  Most lives are restlessly lived in the mist of this slumber… However, if you are lucky … Continue reading "#122 “The Oz Behind Vegas, Politics, and Subway Smells!”"

#122 “The Oz Behind Vegas, Politics, and Subway Smells!”

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