Year: 2017

Forget Me Not

Is it a Listening or Remembering Issue? “How many times do I have to tell you?” We’ve heard, said or thought that question a million times during our lives. I’ve frequently said to my husband, “I know you answered my question, but this time I promise to listen.” This promise often came when I failed to listen to information I really wanted! The...

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Three Questions to Make Excellent Decisions

I find people’s behavior fascinating. The events and outcomes are a continuously changing kaleidoscope. Even more interesting is why people do what they do. What is the motivation that sparked the action? I’ve asked the questions: (Imagine the tone of voice depending on whether or not the outcome was good.) "Why did you do that?" "What were you...

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How to Juggle Knives in a Relationship

A couple of summers ago, my adult son, Mike, and I traveled to Washington D.C. to attend the National Speakers Association Convention. What an experience! It was our first travel experience with just the two of us. Until then, most trips included the entire family. It was incredible fun to spend time with him as an adult. Traveling with Mike was...

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