Survival of the Fittest
General Information, Have MoneyAs hard as we try to control our environment, the reality is that things are always changing; things that are beyond our control. Adaptability becomes the great separator between surviving well, getting by, and being destroyed. How we choose…
The "Stuff" They Did't Teach You About Finding A Fulfilling Career
General Information, Happiness, Have Money, Lifestyle, Work Life BalanceOne of my favorite postings involves a picture of Albert Einstein with the caption "I didnt say half the stuff people said I did." Whether he said it or not someone wisely observed that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing repeatedly…
Who is the Patient’s Advocate?
General Information, Happiness, Health, Lifestyle
At a recent meeting of patient safety professionals a small group of nurses huddled around where I was sitting, and one began to share a story about how hard it is to advocate for patients. She explained that a woman who was in labor was…
Self Imposed Limitations
A Reflection - Life Lessons, General Information, Happiness, Have Money, Health, Lifestyle, Work Life Balance
I've been saying for years now, “Learn what you need to know so you can enjoy life”, and although I've been a huge advocate for learning, I've also been struggling with this HUGE concept.
Throughout my journey developing the idea behind…
Nobody Wins -- BUT, We all CAN
A Reflection - Life Lessons, General Information, Happiness, Have Money, Health, Lifestyle, Work Life Balance
When things happen in my own personal experience, it sets a fertile environment for me to start thinking. I have a habit of analyzing everything, probably a result of working in the field of quality improvement for many years. I believe…
Living With Ghosts
General InformationSection 8, Block 10 Lot 80-s, Grave 6
It didn't seem right to be there. The grave marker was weather-worn and untended with weeds growing out it where the lawn mower couldn't get close enough to trim.
There weren't any flowers or signs that…
It’s Romance Season: Surprise Your Valentine With A Personalized Vacation
General Information, Happiness, Lifestyle, Work Life BalanceIt’s Valentine’s Day this Saturday, and many people will be giving and getting the same old boring gifts, like roses, candy, or a piece of jewelry that most often winds up in a drawer long forgotten.
As Valentine’s Day also kicks…