I can always tell when its happening. It's never all at once. It doesn't knock on the door to announce its arrival. Instead, a few little annoying things pop up here and there. I get an eye twitch that won't go away. I notice that my jaw is clinched ... and can't remember when it … [Read more...] about Don’t Treat a Gift Like a Burden
Self-Improvement
My List of 100 Dreams
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. I recently shared the experience of conducting a time study on myself, and how it shaped the way I plan my days and weeks. This self-reflective project was inspired by reading Laura Vanderkam's 168 Hours: You Have More Time Than … [Read more...] about My List of 100 Dreams
You Have More Time Than You Think: How a Time Study Brought Balance Into My Life
2016 was the year when it seemed that my productivity goals all seemed to fall into place. I'm an odd mix of a productivity junkie (anything with the keywords "be more productive" or "get things done" is like click-bait to me) and a dreamer. Sometimes I dream about big things, … [Read more...] about You Have More Time Than You Think: How a Time Study Brought Balance Into My Life
Looking Back, Looking Forward: What Worked for Me in 2016
Photo credit: Elena Six, who has fallen in love with my camera much to my delight! As I head into 2017 I've spent a fair amount of time reflecting on 2016. I've always been one to set some intentions or goals for the year ahead, and I really enjoy the self-reflection that goes … [Read more...] about Looking Back, Looking Forward: What Worked for Me in 2016
When a Marriage Grows Up
Mike and I celebrated 19 years of marriage this week, the same age we were when we first met. It wasn't love at first sight, and we didn't marry our best friend, but dammit - we make a good team. If our marriage was a person, it would be an adult now. It could drive a car, vote, … [Read more...] about When a Marriage Grows Up