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Do you live in your head? I do. Constantly. I’ve been a watcher since I was a child. I observe people and behaviors. I watch the theater that happens all around me, most of the time without being Read the rest of this entry ?
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The rain drenched city stretched out in front of me as I got off the interstate this morning. Traffic wasn’t too bad, all things considered, and I’d made it to that point in the usual commute time. I thought about work most of the way in, and a couple of situations that have been trying to say the least. The situations had me spun up yesterday, but as I drove in the rain, Read the rest of this entry ?
I attended an interesting workshop at the Baton Rouge Unity Church a few weeks ago about Effective Communication facilitated by Charles Frost. I was surprised to learn about his belief that “Why” may be the most damaging word in the English language. Charles explained that the word “Why” often puts people on the defensive because of negative experiences they had as children. For example, they may have been asked “why did you do that?” Or they may have received responses to “why” questions like “because I said so.” He suggested replacing “Why” with “How is it possible”. Read the rest of this entry ?
As I sit here at my desk, I can hear the whoosh of cars driving by on the main road outside my door. It’s been raining, so, the sound is louder, and it’s carrying better because it’s night time. I’m pretty tired, because I’ve been working hard on a project for work that has to be completed tomorrow and presented. But more than anything, Read the rest of this entry ?
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2012 is here. It came with fanfare and parties. But now it’s here with us, and unlike a party guest, it’s not going away for a year.
In my neck of the woods, it’s a beautiful day. The sun is shining, it’s a tad windy, but the temperature is in the mid-fifties. Lots of folks are out and about. I’ve been watching them come and go from my spot at my local Star Bucks bar. They are chipper, and giving “Happy New Year!” salutations. The roads are also busy with cars, as people are moving about and getting on with their lives.
So, I can’t help but think about the doomsday predictions for this year, given Read the rest of this entry ?
Christmas is coming. Nothing will stop it. Nothing will diminish it. Nothing will change it. It will be here on Sunday. “Fah-who-foraze, Dah-who-doraze, welcome Christmas, come this way.” But, like The Grinch, there are those who don’t relish the idea of dealing with it. For various reasons, they don’t want to hear the songs, see the advertisements, share in the festivities, or revel in the joy that can be had.
It is a difficult time for those who have lost loved ones, who have no “home” to go to, whose families are torn apart for whatever reason. For people who are alone, it can be one of the worst and most lonely times of year.
Even I find myself in an odd emotional place this year…
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Following in Rebecca’s vein, I hereby give you permission to take some time off, or just to take some time for yourself! You are free to get out or stay in whichever one entails taking care of yourself, and your needs. Where ever you work, the place won’t fold because you’re not there for a day. Whatever your family life, there is a way to find time to yourself. Unplug from the computer, lock the door, turn your cell phone off – take some time OFF. It’s yours to take!
When I started a confidential project back in the summer, it seemed easy enough. It was a writing project, and about a subject in which I’m fairly versed. Yet as I got into it, it really required a lot of Read the rest of this entry ?
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I’m weepy tonight. It’s been a tough week for reasons I can’t go into, and perhaps it’s the relief of the worst part being over. Maybe it’s the precious face Read the rest of this entry ?
My dad has been in and out of the hospital over the last 10 days. It’s not a life threatening issue, but it has raised some considerations for me about my parents’ mortality. And I have to say I’m struggling with it. Read the rest of this entry ?
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