Why, outside of greater New York City, is it so difficult to find a good bagel? Honestly, it shouldn’t be that difficult. Light & fluffy. Not overly topped. Simple ingredients. Water. Flour. Salt. A little sugar and oil. Yeast. Just Read More …
There are so many shades of orange, something that you may not realize until you put on three different articles of clothing and they do not match. Nature, of course just does what it does. Some years, better than others. Read More …
When I was a candy buyer, we were insiders into the candy strategy of all the big brands, MM Mars, Hershey, Nestle and Ferrero. They are still all in the top 10 (not necessarily in the order I listed them), Read More …
If all you need is a little magic, Halloween is the perfect solution. The best part about it is you know exactly when it is expected to arrive. Some adorable, fun, clever and scary costumes. Candles and flash lights. Gong Read More …
Today, I pulled up to the bank and surprised the teller at the drive thru – I never stopped to think for one minute that my Hybrid sedan would be considered a scary ride – but it sure scared her. Read More …
In the end, some things just work out even though you cannot control a lot of things. Many things, like… the weather. or, someone else’s actions. or, temporary chalk markings. or, the timing of the traffic lights. or, the calibration Read More …
There are a number of times in your career, or in your life that you will decide you have to take one for the team. Make the long drive, late in the day. Stay home with a sick kid. Clean Read More …
Change is hard… Anytime something is different or goes contrary to plan, there are things that have to be adjusted, or you have to adjust. An event might be pushed back a day. A hotel room might not be ready Read More …
One of the things that my family, friends and co-workers always ask me to do is finish your… thought. It is bad. and… It is getting worse. The busier it is, the harder it is to stay focused. It is Read More …
Sometimes, the final score can be shocking. If you are not actively interested and just mildly curious, that is fine. Just check in once in a while and see what is happening. Even if it is for your own sense Read More …