All The Gifts
After all the gifts have been selected, carefully wrapped, exchanged, and opened…It is time. Time to reflect. Time to say thank you. Time to be grateful we can do this, year after year. All the gifts are wonderful, but even Read More …
Category: friends
Play the Game
I think you should just play the game. The ones your kids, family, or friends want to play. Also, the one that your co-workers know well. Or. And this may also make sense… Fake it till you make it. (Learning Read More …
Just Ask
What do they want? What do they need? What would be their ideal (anything.) You won’t know unless you talk to them. My advice…just ask. Not just for a Christmas gift, but for anything. A client, a colleague or a Read More …
What’s The Name
Usually, at restaurants, you’re asked – what’s the name for this reservation, or the table? (You know, so we know who to call when it is ready.) But, then, the common names. The ones that more than one person – Read More …
Whatcha Doin After?
When they ask, “Whatcha doin after?“ Do you want to reconnect later for dinner? Yes. Should we meet up for brunch? Sure. Do you want to hang out for a drink? Say where. How about staying an extra day? Okay! Read More …
Do It Now
That think you’ve been thinking is a good idea then do it now. Say yes to the invite. Go out with friends. Make dinner plans. Share your story. Write it down. Tell the jokes. Laugh more. Stay late. It’s now Read More …
Breakfast or Brunch
What is the right term for the meal: breakfast or brunch? Is it the time of day? Is it the foods served? Is it without or with mimosas? Is it breakfast or brunch when it is more than a meal? Read More …
It’s Like a Holiday
Thanksgiving, it’s like a holiday that has no equal. No presents are required. The focus is instead on time with family and friends. Lots of food you normally wouldn’t eat. Being around the house. Watching football (if you are into Read More …
Gear Up for the Food
It is time, if you have not yet, to gear up for the food… you will make. you will bring. you will share. you will enjoy. Together. With family and friends and everyone in between. Make your final plans, gather Read More …
Reconnecting With Friends
Now is a great time of the year to spend a few hours reconnecting with friends. High school. College. Work (prior jobs.) PTO moms (and dads), non-profit and other volunteers. Old neighbors. Colleagues. It is good to focus on reconnecting Read More …