There are many words for being thoughtful. I am not talking about being polite and saying “hello, thank you” to those you meet in retail settings. I am, instead, thinking of pensive or even obsessed. It is a good thing Read More …
It is the head of the weekend. Time to keep it light and celebrate events that are on the plan for the next two days. The plans could be anything: family-time soccer tournament sports fan gloating after a win fall Read More …
Of course we know that one size does not fit all. This can apply to: hats (of course) schools education plans (Singapore Math may work for some but not all…especially the parents) communication (ever have to rephrase something to get Read More …
My husband used to tell me about one of his employer’s policies about being present, not about being on time or meeting deadlines. This isn’t exactly this phrase, but it was essentially that all staffers should “be here now”. Phones Read More …
An entire year of planning for the big fashion show, complete with new products, new marketing materials, tons of ad space and media hype. Stars in the show. Big. Huge. Bigger than ever before… With everything you have invested, don’t Read More …
Sometimes, not just for the holidays and not just Santa should make a list and check it twice. Short thought today as I check things off of my list… I realize that I did something twice. I didn’t need to Read More …
What’s in the plan – is it comprehensive and thorough – do you update the plan often? How far in advance do you project what you are doing: Tomorrow Next week Next month Next quarter Next year The next 5 Read More …
The seasons have changed and yes, while it is the first day of fall, that isn’t really what I mean. Do the seasons still mean the same things to everyone? Not just farmers. Few of us farm for a living Read More …
I give you – yes you – permission to do what you like…but should you really need my permission – or anyone’s for that matter? Do. What. You. Like. Several years ago, my husband finally decided that he was going Read More …