The Rise of Fall

The Rise of Fall

I can’t believe it’s already that time of year again! Leaves are falling, apples are almost ready to be picked, and the deer near my house are making their visits more and more frequent.  I’ve already heard several people make jokes about those pernicious...
Making It Last

Making It Last

“Would you like to add a protection plan for $19.99?” Ugh! No! Maybe? Do I really need it?  So many (already expensive) products like to offer even more expensive warranties or protection plans. I don’t know about you, but I’ve been through this...
Best of Both Worlds

Best of Both Worlds

“Quid pro quo.” “Give a little, get a little.” “Meet me in the middle.” Ever heard any of these sayings? Many of us hear some version of these phrases on a regular basis. Can you guess what today’s theme is? If you said COMPROMISE – you are RIGHT!!! While I once...
Flexibility

Flexibility

Have you ever wondered why “flexibility” is considered a great personality trait? I think part of the uncertainty on this is because it’s hard to find tangible examples of personality traits. “Flexibility” as a physical trait is easy to comprehend. If someone is doing...
Happy New Year!

Happy New Year!

Here we grow again! Can you believe we’ve made it to another new year? That’s certainly something to be grateful for! Last year around this time, the only thing that most people wanted was to go “back to normal”.  I’d venture to say that while we...