Tracy Coe 
I’m much more fun when I drink. At least, that’s what I’ve been told. After a few cocktails, I let my guard down, my stream of consciousness flows, and soon I’m dancing like no one’s watching (although everyone is watching and it’s quite the spectacle). To be fair: this was more common when I was … Learn More
Did you have a friend in college who just loved college? Not the studying part, but the partying part – going to football games, $1 Long Island night at the bar, and frat parties? I did – we’ll call him Ty. I think he was the saddest kid on graduation day because he was saying … Learn More
I spend a lot of my time observing people. I think it’s because I’m the second born in my family. Long before I could speak, I’d watch my sister’s failed attempts at trying to get her way. In my young mind, I’m sure I’d note these as “failed experiments,” and when it was my turn … Learn More
“That was the best thing ever.” I shared this with my oldest son, Judge, the other day. We’d just listened to an episode of Hardcore History by Dan Carlin – it was a 3-hour lesson on Alexander the Great. This was just Part 1. Had you asked me two weeks ago if I had several … Learn More
“Well, it’s a free country.” If I had to count the number of times I’ve said that phrase in sarcasm, it’d be ridiculous. This time, this week, I’m saying it seriously: Hey, it’s a free country. Remember? People fought and died for every single ounce of freedom that we enjoy today. Do you ever lose … Learn More
You know the tale of Little Red Riding Hood… The story of a little girl who was told to bring cake and wine to her ailing Grandma. Her mom told her that while she was on her journey, she needed to: Well, that little rebel didn’t listen. Little Red Riding Hood did her own thing … Learn More
It takes two to make a thing go right … It takes two to make it out of sight … – Rob Base & DJ EZ Rock – It Takes Two (I thought you’d enjoy that earworm!!) I recently had an “Ah-Ha!” that life is too short to work with people who aren’t enjoyable to … Learn More
Picture this: It’s 1998. A newly minted second lieutenant arrives at Marine Corps Base Hawaii. She’s already passed the intense physical trials the Corps put her through. Now, as a young officer assigned to Headquarters Battalion, she’s on her own and adulting: She’s in charge and calling the shots. One of her first acts of liberation is … Learn More
I have a 13 year old son, which basically means I’m getting unsolicited feedback on my leadership style all the time. BELIEVE ME: He’s made it very clear how he views my performance in the organization. I’m amazed – ASTOUNDED, actually … by how comfortable he is “leading up.” Yet, what’s refreshing is that I now … Learn More
“Angie, this place is a @#!!**$$ freak show!” That was one of the exclamations my dad used when he dropped me off at the University of Michigan my freshman year. I grew up in a rural community. He wasn’t used to all the tie dye, hair dye, and the “I look like I want to … Learn More
I woke up this morning with a hopeful heart. 2024 is going to be a miraculous year. Not just because of the magic in the number 24 – it’s going to be great because I’m going to make it so. Many often launch into the New Year with a resolution-focused mindset, which is making a … Learn More
I made a holiday mistake a few years ago. I bought wrapping paper with glitter decals on it. Under the tree, presents sparkled. When gifts were unwrapped in a fury by my kids, glitter went everywhere. I spent a better part of my Christmas Day vacuuming … and vacuuming, which was a far cry from … Learn More
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