One big take away I was reminded of was this thing called CONFIDENCE. I have had a struggle maintaining confidence when I move into any area that even slightly feels unfamiliar or vulnerable.
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They are popping up more and more in Phoenix – driverless cars. They’re a bit unsettling to me even when I see someone behind the wheel because I know said driver is simply occupying that space while the car does its thing.
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Is it just me and my aging phone/computer or do you get these too? You get an email, usually from a mailing list, and the message line will read “This message has no content.” Alrighty then. An empty email! Into the trash bin you go!
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I am aspiring to become a Zumba instructor. Oh, I have the license to lead a class but having a license and having the skills are two different things. Which is why, if you pass by my house in the morning and look in the window, you may see what appears to be signs of a struggle.
Read MoreJay and I were pondering some of the difficulties we’ve been experiencing the past few months. If you’re alive, I know you’ve had more than your share as well. I have long held the belief that this life is a soul journey
Read MoreWe got a new coffee maker. It doesn’t make coffee – it brews a cup of meh. Coffee’s not hot and the whole outfit from cord to pot is poorly designed. (What’s up with a one foot cord? I smell a lawyer.)
The best time to make a decision isn’t when your hair is on fire. First, put out the fire. When things are in crisis mode, it’s easy to assume a quick decision will alleviate the urgent need and set right whatever needs to be fixed.
Read MoreIt loves guilt. It is quick to point the finger at outside forces or people. One of its favorite pastimes is trying to figure things out. Endlessly. It loves to contrast and compare and then point out how much you lack.
Read MoreMy son Caleb is a motivated learner. He came up to me the other day and prattled off some Russian. “I’ve been studying Russian,” he said, beaming. Ya, I guess so. I asked him what he just said. The sparkles that I oh-so-love in his eyes lit up with humor. I said, “Hello, my name is Caleb, this is not my bike.” And we laughed.