1. I’ll say it: The Cinnamon Roll at Whataburger is better than a Cinnabon.

2. Creative work can take truckloads of patience.

3. Experiment, experiment, experiment: I am trying to get better at this.

4. Look for ideas that contradict.

5. Actual discussion:

Her: “I’m starting to get into leopard print.”

Me: “Leopard print?”

Her: “Not leopard print. Like, classy leopard print.”

Me: SMH.

1. The wartime rules of engagement can be so ridiculous.

2. Let me travel.

3. Loss = $3,000. Gain = $100,000. I’ll take that bet.

4. Relax, go for a walk.

5. Creating your own MBA is a fantastic idea.