Keep Trying
How long do you keep trying before you call it a day and give in. Set aside the frustration and just walk away. There will be time again. Site not loading. Water not boiling. Phone not answered. Question not heard. Read More …
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Closer and Closer
When you are on the way there, getting closer and closer it seems like the goal is visible. But, sometimes, like when driving through the northeast, the destination gets further away. Changed routes Traffic Detours Pit stops Summer travel can Read More …
Pick Your City
However it happens, pick your city and then, be loyal to it. Maybe your home town Maybe where you go to college Maybe the place you start your career Maybe anchoring your life, from friends to family Where did you Read More …
Time Well Spent
The hours you spend together around the table is time well spent. Share a meal. Share a laugh. Share a story. Keep up with the traditions. Talk through your day. Ask the questions that matter. Be open enough to go Read More …
So Different
Other areas of the country – not even another country – can be so different from your home area. The terrain, flora and fauna The weather patterns The cars people drive The foods (not just brands) available The go-to snacks Read More …
The Whole Story
Telling the whole story may take a while, but it will be the most complete. All the details How it started Where it went Why it is important The funny moments All the drama What caused it to happen The Read More …
Play The Game
You know, they say “you can’t win unless you play the game“ so… You should. Doesn’t matter which one You can pick the players Make sure to review the rules Don’t cheat and don’t let them do it either Have Read More …
For The Best
When we are not sure what might happen. We make a decision aaaaannnnddd hope for the best. Everything will be alright The sun will come out tomorrow I will carry you home Try to have fun – play some music, Read More …
Obligatory Comments
What are the usual obligatory comments at commencement ceremonies. Thank you to our parents Welcome graduates Congratulations You can do anything Good luck You’ve come so far Look at how you’ve grown So many accomplishments Four short years ago Go Read More …
All the Mom Energy
It is good to be the one with all the mom energy in the family (or the room as the case may be.) People listen to you. They look to you for advice. Kids want to be the one you Read More …