Life

Social Rules

Do you remember that rule – don’t call people before 10 a.m.? My mom always said it was rude unless it was emergency. Maybe she just didn’t like anyone calling her before 10 a.m. Of course, she also told me I couldn’t wear shorts to school unless it was 55 degrees outside when I left. (Not really a social rule – just her rule. Love you Mom!) My mom taught me well about many things. Lou Holtz said, “I follow three rules: Do the right thing, do the best you can, and always show people you care.” Those three things […]

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Life

Pieces of Me

Have you ever thought of all of the things that have made you who you are? Your childhood, your family, your friends, places you have traveled, victories and losses, heartaches, accomplishments, songs, pets, fears, your faith and beliefs, your education, certain smells and sounds, that time you laughed so hard your cheeks hurt for an hour, the death of someone who meant the world to you, books you have read, your talents, your strengths, your dreams, the joy you have felt and so much more. These are the things that make you you. As life goes on, more pieces are […]

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Life

Work Smarter, Not Harder

Work smarter, not harder seems to be a very popular catch phrase these days. Work is work. We all have to do it. In the past couple years, businesses and companies have found ways for employees to work smarter, including employees working remotely. But what are you doing to work smarter? Do you stop work at 5 p.m.? Do you leave work at the door? Sometimes it is not what your company has implemented. Sometimes it is just about you – your drive and your work ethic. Here are some tips on working smarter: Make a weekly plan. What is […]

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Quotes

I’ll be waiting

“You know that place between sleep and awake, that place where you still remember dreaming? That’s where I’ll always love you. That’s where I’ll be waiting.” J.M. Barrie

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Life

Courage

Courage is the ability to do something that frightens oneself. It is strength in the face of pain or grief. It is strength and bravery. It takes courage to to set boundaries and to say no. It takes courage to make hard decisions. It takes courage to believe there is something more out there. It takes courage to start a business and run a business. It takes courage to travel alone. It takes courage to stand up for someone. We have all been faced with moments where you had to muster up the courage to handle a situation. You dig […]

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