Blog Posts by Greg Kerns

Echoes of the Past: What Happens to Souls Taken Too Soon?

What happens to the souls of those unjustly taken from this earth? Do they rest in peace, or do they linger, waiting for justice that may never come? I wrote Justice in...

Who’s Side Are You On? A Deep Dive Into the Themes of Flags

Loyalty. Allegiance. Identity. These words might bring to mind battles fought in sports arenas, political debates, or even our personal relationships. They speak to the...

Mastering the Pivot: How to Adapt When Your Life Takes a Detour

Life doesn’t always go as planned. In fact, some of the most transformative moments in my life have come disguised as detours. As someone who’s been laid off five times...

Drifting Through Life After a Breakup: How to Stay Grounded

Sometimes, life has a way of making you feel like you’re floating aimlessly in space. If you’ve ever experienced heartbreak, you know exactly what I mean. That...

The Fine Line Between Ambition and Integrity: How to Succeed Without Losing Yourself

In my short story Sleeping with the Client, a young advertising account executive makes a desperate choice to seduce a powerful client to save his job, blurring the lines...

Overcoming Past Regrets and Building a Better Future: Lessons from Grandma Henri’s House

Y’all, life doesn’t always go the way we plan. Sometimes it takes a detour through heartache, bad decisions, and a whole lot of “what was I thinking?” But if Grandma...

5 Life Lessons Every Preteen Can Learn From Dance

As the parent of a preteen dancer, I’ve witnessed firsthand how dance can transform a child’s perspective and build their character. Watching my daughter navigate the...

Preserving the Matriarch’s Legacy: How to Honor Family Roots in a Changing World

There’s something magical about family gatherings—the kind of magic that comes from too many people crammed into one house, sharing stories, laughter, and sometimes a...

Sustainability, Innovation, and Community Growth: Balancing Progress and Tradition

When I was growing up, Sidney Poitier was a larger-than-life figure whose movies inspired millions. Whether he was building a church in Lilies of the Field, solving a...

The Power of Empathy in Bridging Political Divides

We need more than thoughts and prayers to end gun violence. It’s a tragic reality that kids are dying in our schools while many politicians, particularly on the right...