Self-Help

May 22, 2013
Bringing Memories into the Future: Inspired by Mr. Gatsby

Bringing Memories into the Future: Inspired by Mr. Gatsby

“Memory is a way of holding onto the things you love, the things you are, the things you never want to lose.” – The Wonder Years […]
February 13, 2013
Coming Soon: A Valentine’s Day . . . ALONE

Coming Soon: A Valentine’s Day . . . ALONE

When Your Valentine Can’t be With You Valentine’s Day – it seems people either love it or hate it. At least, there’s a great deal of […]
November 28, 2012
As You Toast To The Holiday Season

As You Toast To The Holiday Season, Don’t Forget To Designate A Driver

As You Toast To The Holiday Season, Don’t Forget To Designate A Driver Today I had to take my car to the dealer for an 80,000 […]
November 26, 2012
Christmas in Retail: A Bookseller’s Experience

Christmas in Retail: A Bookseller’s Experience

I have a story for you, but like all good stories some background detail is needed . . . While I have the honor of working […]
October 22, 2012
When the Holidays Mean Pain: Grieving During the Holiday Season

When the Holidays Mean Pain: Grieving During the Holiday Season

When the Holidays Mean Pain: Grieving During the Holiday Season The holidays are right around the corner. How could we miss the reminders? Inserts of coupons […]
August 19, 2012

“Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me”: 5 Things You Can Do To Bounce Back From The Blues

“Don’t Let The Sun Go Down On Me” 5 Things You Can Do To Bounce Back From The Blues Something that may surprise those who interact […]
July 17, 2012
Freedom to Fail: 8 Lessons to Bring You Back!

Freedom to Fail: 8 Lessons to Bring You Back!

Freedom to Fail: 8 Lessons to Bring You Back! A couple weeks ago I made a big mistake at work.  I’ve made mistakes before, but I […]
July 13, 2012
What Do You Do with “Different?”

What Do You Do with “Different?”

Sometimes when I encounter someone who is so different from my world of normal, I wonder if I am handling it appropriately.  What do you do […]
July 11, 2012
“Can you Walk

“Can you Walk, Talk, and Chew Gum?”: The Myth of Multitasking

I can’t multitask!  I’ll be the first to admit it.  I have resigned myself to the fact my brain can only focus on one activity at […]