Not That Bad
Ever have one of those experiences when something happens, but you know it could be worse – you may stop and think, well, it’s not that bad. They ran a red light, but you were looking at the sunset and Read More …
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Not A Rail Against…
I just finished my Book Club book for this month. Who cares, you may say? Well, this one (like many) had an impact. While this book – A Gentleman in Moscow – and it’s overarching story is not a rail against Read More …
It’s My Story
When it’s my story we are telling, there can be any number of focus points. Growing up from childhood. My school years. Sports and clubs. College days. Early career. Marriage. Children. More children. Career changes. Life goals. Caring for parents Read More …
Ignore Me…
Yesterday, I ranted…yes, it was a rant about people who talk too much in public places. Well, you can ignore me. If I am: In a bar, a public place, on a Friday night. On a train, a public place, Read More …
The Whole Jar
Most people would think it decadent and indulgent to eat the whole jar of…anything. Jam Olives Candy Pickles Bonbons Cookies Yet, today the restaurant where a long time friend of mine and I enjoyed a leisurely (and long overdue) brunch Read More …
If It Seems Wrong…
You should trust your intuition and if it seems wrong, incorrect or out of the ordinary (in a bad way) you should trust your inner voice. There are some decisions that are hard to tell though. Is it insecurity, a Read More …
Take a Minute
Sometimes you have to take a minute to just look around and really see who is there… Say “thank you”, say “I appreciate you”, say “I want you to be a part of this” … The only thing is, you Read More …
Our Connections Matter More
It is ultimately true that our connections matter more than the fleeting moments, yet it doesn’t stop us from filling our lives with little meaningful, snippets like the: 2 minute conversation, reminiscing with a mom who has her young children Read More …
It’s All Over
In some ways, it appears that it’s all over. Christmas, New Years, the Golden Globes…even the arctic freeze that has had the east cost shivering. (We hit a balmy 44 F today, which is 4 times warmer than it was Read More …
The Secret Is…
The secret is, there is no secret. It is out in the open, at least in small circles of confidence. Which, I am about to blow wide open. Spoiler alert, this probably won’t come to be a surprise or a Read More …