About John Montesi

Josh and Shoeless Jo are texting me from somewhere outside Fredericksburg, Texas. They’ve heard rumors of my hospitality from a friend they met on the road who pedaled faster …
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It’s hard to believe how prevalent sex trafficking is in America. The real perpetrators are nearly impossible to trace because of the nature of the industry. Verbal threats and untraceable …
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Instant gratification demands we have to celebrate our team’s championship as soon as it happens, but there’s more than we realize in fulfilling this instant desire for championship gear.

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Earth Day often has the same result as New Year’s Day does. Lots of enthusiasm and resolutions that “really are going to last this time, I’m serious,” and often don’t …
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When people exaggerate or manipulate the truth, it’s because they want something. It might be ratings, approval, or personal gain. This has been an especially hot topic lately in light …
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We all want to make a difference, and the easiest way to do that is by connecting activism with a habit. In my introductory column, I said, “If you love …
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