Yes, well, I find myself longing for the beach today. The warmth, the relaxation, the sunshine, the waves.

Instead I am dealing with water of a different sort. I am redirecting a man made current, to protect myself and others. I can show gratitude however, for my knowledge in physics, for my dad teaching me a plethora of common sense know how, and for my proactive attitude.

Drop me a line, let me know what your day consisted of. Mine was a bit more cussing and declaring physics facts, but job re-done!

Do you think there is a reason for everything? Or do you think differently? Do you think your answer ties to optimism or pessimism? Perhaps you have something really mind blowing to share on these questions, and it will make us all thing and ponder. I would love to know what you think or embody in these thoughts.

I personally think all things either add or subtract to go forward…even if it means going backwards at times. Forward progress/momentum is seldomly linear, and more than not, it is a series of events that take us in multiple directions, all with express intent to take us forward. This outlook is very grounding to me, keeps me calm and centered, and it actually propels me forward quicker than if I were to resist, fight or be upset about it. I am not saying it isn’t challenging, but my outlook helps me make it through, forward!

Drop me a line, let me know what you think. I would love to chat about it!

Do you like positive language? How about conveying a point so the message is delivered directly, yet without negative attachment or expectation? How do you feel about the intent, delivery, projection, or indirect message of words? Yes, that was a very loaded question, but this is a very important subject. How do you view these sentences?

• We do not have that available.
• Bob did not copy that document.
• I want to help and support you.
• Do it our way, or fail.
• I don’t co-create a good environment, and that contributes to my stress.
• I am unhappy because you stress me out.

These are clearly paired statements, but the negative impact statement of each pair does not invite further exploration or explanation, they are more definitive. Which would you rather hear? Which would you rather not hear? What would you do if you constantly encountered the negative, definitive statements from someone you regularly interacted with? Would you stop interacting or severely limit interaction? Something to ponder.

How do you choose your words? How do you deliver your words? What is the intent behind your words, or what message are you directly, or indirectly delivering? Are you aware of the short term and long term impact of your words? What message do you want to deliver now, or later?

Words are mighty powerful, in positive or negative impact, in the short interim or long run. If we want our words to hold the weight of water, we must weigh and measure the impact, we must have foresight as to how things may stem from our words, or develop from what we just said, and cannot take back, at that. How do we want to be talked to, how have we been talked to, what do we respond to, and how do we want others to respond to us?

What words do you include in your vocabulary to convey your message? What words do you avoid? What tone do you set and carry out? What tone do you avoid? How are you positive and forward moving in your prose? How might your words be construed as negative?

These are all things I think of when I am writing. I will rewrite, rewrite, rewrite, or scrap if I don’t feel my message is being conveyed in the way I am aiming for. Have I written in the vein of negativity? Yes, as this is typically borne of frustration. In that frustration, I will bare my emotions and my vulnerability, because I want to move forward. I do not want to stay stuck, I want progress and communication for advancement. I do not want the negativity that negative words can, and will bring about. I want resolution, growth, relationship, and community.

Tell me, how do want to be talked to? How do you want a message to be conveyed? Which approach would motivate you most? Which would bristle your hairs? Drop me a line, let me know!

Just think, in a few months, it will be warm, the evening will be fragrant and thick. I just wanted to remind you of that on this January day.

Drop me a line, let me know what you are looking forward to on a summer’s evening.

This morning, I was inspired by reading John 2:24-25. Who are you inspired by? Who are you influenced by? What works have you witnessed that cause you to be inspired by this person, influenced by this person, willing to follow this person and walk in their likeness? Another thought provoking one today, and one of which I hope you know the answers to, and the reasons behind it.

Drop me a line and let me know what you are hoping to accomplish this week, I would love to know. As for me, I am hoping to get myself and my house in order and back on a regular operating routine…it shall be done! Have a wonderful Monday everyone!

Whether you start or end your week on Sunday, this is always a good thing to reflect on. No regrets.

Today, I literally stayed in my room all day, did yoga, watched some of my favorite show, and just relaxed. Bill says you can see a difference because I did that today. We were planning an evening out, but honestly, I haven’t slept good for a month, and so we went to the bar on the 32nd floor(Bar 32)had a couple drinks, and will be sourcing dinner at the hotel. Although I hear Mabel’s is good if you are ever in this part of Cleveland!

It dawned on me today just how much I needed this break, and how my life is ready to change in a multitude of ways. Hopefully the rest of the weekend is as peaceful and restful, even without good sleep. Even Bill is looking relaxed, for the first time ever at a Kick Off event!

Drop me a line, let me know what your Friday consisted of, I would love to know!

It’s that time of year! We are attending Snap On’s Kick Off in Cleveland this year, so our view is different, but oh so beautiful. I am sure you will want to visit before this weekend is through, I know I want to come back here again, already. Check out our drive in, and the view from our room.

This year we are in a different place, with different people, and without our girls. While it is bittersweet, it is also good to meet new people, experience new things, and to get out there in the world…even if it is a few hours north.

What are your weekend plans? Drop me a line and let me know, I would love to know!

If we don’t live life, laugh daily, enjoy the company of good friends, are we really living?