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The Art of Preparing

The Art of Preparing

We all joke about when snow is predicted, everyone runs to the store to stock up on milk and bread.   This morning as we await the arrival of what has been described as a “beast” of a storm, I realize there is a psychological component to the need of...
Weather vs Whether

Weather vs Whether

So the area I live in is currently preparing for a large winter storm.  Keep in mind, the panic already resides within the majority of our community since we had three inches fall yesterday.   With that, our reasonably competent city becomes an incompetent mess when...
Anticipation

Anticipation

I have spent a lot of time writing about the fine art of navigating disappointment, anxiety, and difficult situations, so let’s talk about anticipation.    The song, Anticipation, by Carly Simon always comes to mind.  The art of waiting for something to happen....
The Stone Blocked Path

The Stone Blocked Path

We have all been in the mindset that when difficult situations arise, we question “why me?”.   I certainly have been there.  Through the birth of a child with Down syndrome to dealing with a family member and their struggle with alcoholism…….I...
The Defined

The Defined

Yesterday, I begrudgingly attended my son’s football banquet.  I say begrudgingly because it is a four to five hour eating/awards bonanza and frankly, I like to nap on Sundays.  With that being said, Bryce asked me to attend and when your sixteen year old wants...