I value discretion. But it seems as if this era of over-sharing and perpetual TMI has caused those around me to lose their privacy compass. I’m not paid to be the Decorum Police—just happily volunteering my time as a public service. It all started several years ago when I worked in an “open cube” environment, […]
Read MoreI was just trucking along, enjoying a nice day at work when it happened. A few co-workers passed me in the hall and excitedly announced there was dessert in the conference room, as they opened up their circle to usher me in. “Oh, thanks so much—but I’m good.” “What? Oh come on! A little sugar […]
Read MoreI love sports. I’ve been involved in them since I was very little—played for fun, played on scholarship in college, coached for fun, coached in college as a profession. And I’m excited to watch the Superbowl Sunday—despite My Cowboys falling short this year. But I’m here to talk about a different sport. Costco. What’s that […]
Read MoreBefore I say something that could incur the wrath of many, let me first say that without question, I LOVE animals. Especially wildlife. I love to take my Nikon and stake out the owls and bobcats behind my house for hours on end. But, I’m not a dog person. WAIT! Don’t leave! I’m not a […]
Read MoreFinding the perfect greeting card should be easier. It’s such a frustrating routine of: reach for non-cheesy-looking card, read it, unleash my best eye-roll, angrily return card to its slot—repeat, repeat, repeat. I’ve bought more blank cards than ever this year because it’s simply easier to write my own sentiments. Many things are going wrong […]
Read MoreThere is a particular type of behavior that rubs me wrong. I’m sorry if the following describes you; but if it does, rather than get mad at me, go ahead and take this opportunity to change your ways. I’m pretty sure I’m not the only person you’re bothering. The truth is, I probably like you […]
Read MoreI need to get some stuff off my chest. This may all seem a bit random, but upon closer inspection, I think you’ll agree that it speaks to the bigger picture of us creating a world we actually want to live in. Not just live in—but frolic in. Successfully traversing our days is tricky enough […]
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