We can really learn when we travel beyond our home, beyond our roots and outside of our comfort zone. Being around others, other cultures, other societal norms… Summer is a great time to get out there. To see the countryside, Read More …
No matter what the circumstances…it is best to go as you are. Right after work; yes, even in your work clothes. Better to show up than not go. Late to the vacation; yes, even if you forgot there might be Read More …
When all that is left of the holiday bonfire are burning embers, it is time to say good night. But… Not until then. Until then, you have another marshmallow. Until then you cuddle a little bit closer. Until then you Read More …
When there is just a little upgrade, you don’t think of the sunk costs when you say yes. $10 to try the higher flight height, on top of the virtual skydiving you already paid more than you would think it Read More …
It is a good idea to fill your days… with things you like to do. with meaningful work. with productive activities. with every day tasks – we used to call them chores. with less time working every minute of the Read More …
When you hold on to the past, be sure you just hold onto memories. Let go of anything sad…it doesn’t need to be dwelled upon too much to have meaning. Historic sites and what they meant, so that you can Read More …
When it isn’t enough for you to naturally have a sunny disposition, you may need to call in some reinforcements. Caffeine. Comfort food. Friends. New clothes. Cuddling under the covers. A vacation to a beach, somewhere it is at least Read More …
Some things are better when seen in the dark. Moonflowers. Twinkle lights. Hibiscus blooming in late summer. Glow sticks. Cityscapes. Jack-o-lanterns. The moon. Big screen movies – in theater or at a drive in. Ghosts. Neon lights. Romantic, candle lit Read More …
Some days don’t go the way you want them to go. No matter what happens, most of them are still pretty great. Also, if completely depends on your perspective. I don’t mean to sound like life, for anyone, is perfect. Read More …
We all probably enjoy Sunday sunsets, especially at the start of a vacation, in the most comfortable wooden chairs we can find outside. Ironically, Adirondack chairs are found all over the place, in areas far south of the mountain range Read More …