Category Archives: Thoughts and Observations
Not Really a Book Review of The Icarus Deception
I am an unabashed Seth Godin fan. His main audience may be businesspeople, but the topics he writes about are universally valuable: how to fail with purpose, how to tell … Continue reading
Another Way of Looking at Work
Instead of viewing work as a list of tasks to be completed, why not consider it a wealth of opportunity to create art, to make meaning, and to connect with … Continue reading
Recreation
Consider the word recreation. re – a prefix meaning to do again creation – to make something If you’re one to make New Year’s resolutions, take the opportunity to recreate … Continue reading
Holiday
I don’t mean to nag you like the Keep the Christ in Christmas crowd. I do invite you to take some time out of the busy holiday season to reflect, … Continue reading
Anticipations
Whether you’ll be up late with visions of sugar plums dancing in your head or for some other pleasant reason, remember that there’s always something to look forward to. If … Continue reading
Sequels
Regarding my last post, I received an e-mail from a reader suggesting I change my tone about Christians and materialism. I would like to discuss that request. I don’t truly … Continue reading
Storytelling
We all tell ourselves stories that define our identities, that unite the like-minded, and that help us cope with the trials of life. They guide us through the day to … Continue reading
Happy Holidays
If you watch the TV commercials, Christmas looks like a miracle of stuff. If you watch the holiday specials, Christmas seems sparkly and beautiful. If you watch the news, Christmas … Continue reading
Working Together?
We live in a time that asks us to collaborate and to work as a team. Schools require group projects, offices are tearing down cubicles, and who you work with … Continue reading
The Wealth of Happiness
The record Powerball jackpot held this week got me thinking. If I actually won (I only got one number!) what would I do with all that money? After a vacation … Continue reading
