BetterMENt: The Art of the Note

A cowboy-themed notecard set with longhorn cattle and cactus illustrations, accompanied by a Texas A&M Real Estate pen and an envelope labeled Frank Addington Jr., displayed on a cowhide surface.

Chances are, you have a handwritten card or note that a family member or friend mailed that you have saved.  When you see it, doesn’t it serve as a quiet reminder of that person?  Perhaps they are no longer with us, and that note is your link to them.  Perhaps it marks a special occasion, … Read more

BetterMENt: The Road Less Traveled 

Tommy Mathews speaks at a Boerne community donation event on November 18, 2025, representing Westward Environmental and Kendall County leadership.

Have you ever felt like you were in rut? Day after day of fighting the same battles, living an all too familiar experience over and over again as you move down the road of life.  I think that it is fair to say that we all have been there or may even be there at … Read more

BetterMENt: Men Need MENtors

Collin Miller wearing a maroon Texas A&M cap and smiling, representing his passion for storytelling, law, and Texas traditions.

The narrative reflects on a young boy’s realization of his father’s sacrifices as an Air Force pilot during Career Day. It highlights the need for mentorship in the lives of young men, emphasizing the absence of male role models. The author calls for established men to mentor youth and encourages young men to seek guidance, fostering character and integrity.

Why I Read

A bottle of TX Bourbon alongside a stack of books at The Boerne Bookshop, symbolizing the intersection of knowledge, contemplation, and Texas spirit.

Must. Read. Book….. Umm. Good. Ok, so maybe men reading books doesn’t sound exactly like that.  But I sometimes get the feeling that many people (men & women) think that men reading should be reduced to simple books about macho topics.  The truth is much deeper.  As a book guy, I read a wide variety … Read more