Yes, But
A subtle difference when you say “yes, but” or “yes, and” – at least in terms of a very slight vocabulary change. The meaning though. The nuance of it. Is very powerful. Hearing what they are saying, agreeing and at Read More …
Category: opinion
Focus On the Positive
It is easy to get caught up in the news and the endless cycle of what was meant to be a 42 minute update, once – maybe twice – a day. Of course, staying up to date on what is Read More …
Just Make It Work
Designers, years ago were told to (just) make it work. We are all here, now too. Although, we could easily always be in this predicament. If you can’t have the ideal situation…make do with what you have. It worked for Read More …
Hard To Guess
It is really hard to guess what other people are thinking, unless they clearly and in a detailed way, outline what they think, believe and understand to be true. It is important to ask. It is important to learn more. Read More …
Eventually You Remember
In most cases, eventually you remember that which you’d forgotten. It is best if it’s in enough time to still do the task. Mail a card. Pay a bill. Return a call. Send an e-mail. Buy a cake. Find that Read More …
Songs That Stick
There are so many songs that stick in your head, the lyrics rumbling around, dancing in your mind, but not being able to form into sounds, let alone harmonious ones. If only there was a device that would allow you Read More …
Days Before
In the days before our area is supposed to reopen, it seems like it already is…but, in some ways not. The streets are still mostly empty, as are: the restaurants the hair salons the spas the schools the gyms Still, Read More …
Quiet. So Quiet
Sometimes the world is so very loud… and all we want is calm, and quiet. So quiet that we can actually think clearly. The noises are so distracting. Generators. Fire whistles. Ambulance sirens. It’s been so loud today… but now. Read More …
Anything But Usual
Life, let alone business, is anything but usual. We are definitely living in strange times. No way to predict what will come next. Even history isn’t a good indicator these days. It’s nearing the end of our “red phase” of Read More …
Undecided and Edgy
It is completely understandable that people are at the same time undecided and edgy. The world is changing, while completely standing still. How do we navigate through this time? What are the next steps? Where do we start? When will Read More …