Many of us save memorabilia from our life experiences. Here are some of mine. Fun to conjure, recollect and share. No better time than April Fool’s to trot out these classics. Consider yours as you’re considering mine. ENJOY!
Read moreLET'S PUT OUR DREAMS INTO ACTION...STARTING WITH OUR FRIEND IN THE MIRROR
As we near year-end, it’s natural to dream of what we’d like to experience in the New Year. This has been a harsh year in many ways…Politics, weather, economic setbacks, government incompetence and the Dallas Cowboys are all examples of existential challenges. We’re being called to rise to many occasions. Let’s Dream, Reflect, ACT!
Read moreWOW! TIME FLEETETH...THEY GROW IN A HURRY...A SALUTE TO MY SON CLAYTON...
Wow! It happens so fast. We’re young. They’re not here, until they are. Then, they’re here and growing, and we wish WE could stop the aging process. But, we can’t. We try to make the most of it. My son is past his 5th decade and I’m reeling with a roller-coaster of emotions. Most of you can empathize. Join me. Reflect. Enjoy…
Read moreOUR NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS...PERHAPS STRENGTH IN NUMBERS...
It’s that time of the Season for New Year’s Resolutions. Always an interesting challenge to address, ponder, pontificate and ignore…though we know we should know better. So, no matter our previous success record, we should examine our efforts and determine to improve. Our communities need our best selves, and resolutions such as these can improve our odds for success. Come join me and consider your possibilities.
Wishing you and yours a Happy and Productive New Year!
Read moreAN APRIL 1 AUDIT OF MY NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS
Most of us have our best intentions relative to New Year’s Resolutions. HOWEVER! The “best-laid plans”…”life is what happens while you’re busy making plans,” etc., etc. frequently influence our success. I decided that April One would be a good time for a personal resolution audit. Hopefully, you’ll find this helpful as you honestly assess your progress to date and plan for the future...HAPPY APRIL FIRST!
Read moreHATS MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN TEXAS...AND BEYOND...
Cowboy Hats are a big deal in Austin, in Texas and all around. I’ve had fun through the years meeting those who make the hats, and those who wear them. The following highlights remind us of the wide variety of hats and owners who wind up giving us too much fun…ENJOY!
Read moreTHE T-SHIRT CHRONICLES...FUN TO RECOLLECT THE COLLECTING ADVENTURES...
We’ve all saved 2 or 7 or elevendy t-shirts from our life adventures. Which is fine until we have to reconcile storage in a downsizing environment. I’m frequently poised to delete delete, until awakened memories create a stay of execution. Here are some of my rationales for saving particular shirts. You might find my deliberations helpful. I’m not sure that I did. I just recognize, admire, reflect, fold and put back on the shelf. Maybe you’ll have a better solution. Cause I’m betting you have some maverick t-shirts about. ENJOY!
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