Judging oneself is a bad habit, that holds back our creativity and personal growth. We often set unrealistic standards, comparing ourselves to who we think we should be. I know I am my worst critic. I expect perfection in this imperfect body and mind. I have experienced over the years that my relentless self-criticism is waning, learning to be …
Life often surprises us with moments of joy when we least expect them. Even the smallest of moments can change the trajectory of our day. Think about it. What happend to you over the past couple of days/weeks that gave you a moment of joy... Hitting a pure golf shot Laughing out loud A good hug Great conversation Acknowledging these little …
We had a Strawberry Moon last night. Did you see it? This year, the Full Moon coincides with the summer solstice. It reached peak illumination at 9:08PM last night. Because of this, today the Sun will be at its highest of the year. Fun Facts: June’s full Moon—typically the last full Moon of spring or the first of summer—has traditionally been c …
No not a person but a task. My desk was a bloody mess yesterday morning so I spent the first hour and a half of my day cleaning it up. What a difference! I felt more clarity and calmness. I was more focused and less stressed, ready to move through the day. As I sorted through the mess, I found forgotten notes and ideas, sparking new thoughts a …
As the gardner in my house, I've learned a few things. Digging in the dirt is theraputic I love to trim trees and bushes but don't like cleaning up Weeds are the freeloaders of the garden world It's amazing how resilient plants are, especially weeds Gardening can be really tiring and tough on the back It feels like I'm contributing to a greener …
Here's a sign that indicates you're in a nice town. Imagine driving along when you notice a digital traffic sign posts the your speed blinks "Too fast...Slow Down." Instead of continuing to post your speed as you slow down, this nice sign flashes a cheerful "Thank You!" as your speed matches the limit. What a pleasant interaction. I'm happy th …
In the tradition of our hunter-gatherer ancestors, I woke up with the songs of birds outside my window, traveled a great distance, and braved the wilds of my kitchen. I hunted by foraging through the dense jungle of my refrigerator and the vast plain of my pantry. Armed with only my hands and arms, I gathered the ingredients, skillfully avoidi …
I had worn down tires and needed some new rubber. There was a choice, the same Continental's that were on my car or switch to a set of Pirellis. Since the Pirellis were cheaper I decided to take the chance on a new brand and it's a total game changer! It’s remarkable how fresh rubber can transform your driving experience. Now, every curve and cor …
No not some person or animal named eco but adopting an eco-friendly diet. This occurred to me this morning when I tied up the garbage bag in the kitchen. We throw out so much even though I'm an ardent recycler. I found this...something to think about when you go shopping. Start by choosing locally sourced produce, which reduces transportation …
Waking up on a sunny Saturday morning, brewing some delicious coffee and venturing out my back door to feel the sunshine and listen to the sounds of suburbia waking up. I found a video so you can share in my experience. (BTW, there were three of them in my neighbors yard)
A silly family poem I heard every year growing up. Spring has sprung The grass has riz I wonder where dem boidies is Dem boides are on the wing Isn't that absoid The wing is on the boid
Did you feel it? I was in a meeting in Pelham NY when it happened. I thought it was so cool. People 300 miles from the epicenter felt the tremor which happened around 10:20AM yesterday The epicenter was about 4 miles southwest of Gladstone, NJ. According to the U.S. Geological Survey tectonic summary, the earthquake occurred because of “oblique …
In the warm embrace of Key West's sunlit grace, Fred, at eighty-two, stands in time's embrace. A decade's journey, with each year a marker, Mile 82, a testament, his harbor. Happy Birthday Fred :-) The photo
I had an unusual teaching experience this past week. Instead of the entire class on the screen, the format was a Zoom webinar. So I taught for two hours seeing only myself without images of the students or even hearing their voices. What I did was open the chat window and encourage the students to ask questions, comment, and respond when I aske …
It's nice to walk into a restaurant and have a rapport with the staff. La Parma on Roslyn Rd, is such a place. A solid southern Italian restaurant where Jerard, the owners son, works and Rollie is the operations guy. It's our go-to spot after the Sparks program, where the ambiance, the genuine connections, and the authentic southern Italian cu …
It's Saturday...and anything goes.
