Our live blue spruce tree I ran across this today. “You’ve gotta dance like there’s nobody watching, Love like you’ll never be hurt, sing like there’s nobody listening, and live like it’s heaven on earth.” I know it’s Christmas and my thoughts ought to be on that. But I am really looking for some way to feel happy again. And while I have done many of the … [Read more...] about Merry Christmas, Well At Least That’s My Plan
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3 Things I Learned Hiking the Inca Trail in Peru
After nearly walking off the edge of the mountain, I decided I needed to create personal rules for my trekking. I do not remember having the same issues climbing to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro in January of this year. It turns out each trek has its challenges and rewards. Much of what I learned in Africa did not apply to Peru. This is the 4th thing I learned. I suppose … [Read more...] about 3 Things I Learned Hiking the Inca Trail in Peru
I Love Technology, But Does Technology Love Me?
Photo by Markus Spiske on Unsplash I am listening in my truck to an Audible book about the landing of a man on the moon in 1969. The story includes mention of historical events including the introduction of the personal computer. I would like to think that I am somewhat of a tech geek. I purchased my first PC in 1986. It had a green screen monitor. To use it, you had to … [Read more...] about I Love Technology, But Does Technology Love Me?
It’s True, I’ve Seen People I Will Never See Again
Photo by Mario Purisic on Unsplash It’s inevitable. In a crowded airport and on a full flight, I see plenty of people. And the chances of me ever seeing them again are infinitely small. They pass by with their suitcases in tow. Sometimes there are children, and sometimes dogs. So many of them are on their cell phones. They are texting or watching YouTube cat videos or … [Read more...] about It’s True, I’ve Seen People I Will Never See Again
I Learned Something About Working with Others Today
Photo by Sivani Bandaru on Unsplash It appears that I am very bad at it. I would like to think that I have a knack for working with others and inspiring them to do their absolute best. And often this is true. Most of the managers, supervisors, and employees that report to me seem to get my ideas and execute them. Perhaps it’s because I treat them the way I would want to … [Read more...] about I Learned Something About Working with Others Today
