I had the pleasure of meeting and interviewing an amazing man in El Cajon, Thomas Weller (and his dog, Shela). My story about him was published today in the East County Magazine. I’ll let the story speak for itself: http://www.eastcountymagazine.org/node/14496 Continue reading Story Published in East County Magazine
Many of you are professional writers, but I have many friends who I would classify as personal writers. You have a strong voice, it gives you therapy, and you are damn good at it. For those of you who live to write, or write to live, I think you’ll enjoy this Q&A with Dani Shapiro. I’m adding her book to my wishlist on Amazon (the … Continue reading The Writing Life
I saw this couple’s funky cabin design on Houzz and am intrigued with this idea. We have a funky garage/shed outbuilding that I use for jewelry making and other projects, along with storage. I desperately want more natural light. I thought about removing the garage door (we’ve never parked a car in it) and putting in glass french doors. However, seeing this makes me … Continue reading Wall of Windows
“One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain.” ― Bob Marley One of the greatest pleasures of life is music. As a kid, I spent most of my allowance on records. And I still buy a lot of music, but it has been a few months since I purchased anything worthwhile. Two of my favorite artists released new albums in … Continue reading Musica!
October has always been one of my favorite months. Summer is REALLY now over, and the promise of a new season lies ahead. Pumpkins, flannel, chilly evenings. Growing up in a suburb of San Diego, there was not much in the way of seasonal changes. When Steve and I were ready to buy a home, we loved the idea of the mountains, where I had … Continue reading Hello October; Please Play Nice
As I’m just beginning my freelance business after a summer off, and as a huge fan of “Breaking Bad”, I enjoyed reading this blog about how “Breaking Bad” has some solid career advice for entrepreneurs. I’m not going to get into the moral and ethical questions of the show, which are the most interesting and what keeps fans obsessed with this program and its final … Continue reading Walter White’s Entrepreneurial Career Lessons
I think most of us have been there, especially when you’ve been in a job for a long time. Job burnout. I found this article by Michael Broder to be filled with some common-sense tips. Only three, but they are important to remember. And there comes a time when you have to choose the third option. Remember, it’s your life (a short life, too) … Continue reading Keeping it Real: Addressing Job Burnout
It’s been three weeks since I last posted. But what a great three weeks it’s been. I spent that time stepping outside of my normal comfort zone, and my life is richer and happier because of that. During this time I visited three countries in which I had never been before (Italy, France and Spain). Doing this was at the top of my bucket list, … Continue reading Stepping Outside Your Comfort Zone
My cousin Carolyn just posted that she and John are keeping gratitude journals. I think that is awesome. I believe with all my heart that attitude is everything. We can complain about what we don’t have, or what life has handed us, but once you start focusing on what you do have and your blessings, it truly changes your life in ways you can’t imagine. … Continue reading Highlight of the Week: Enjoy Every Pickle.
I have always been an introvert, and I am also shy. Many people would assume those two things are equal, but they really aren’t, as explained in the attached article. I’m getting better at my shyness – I’ve had to working as long as I have. My introversion, however, is innate and it is who I am. At a pool party yesterday with family members, … Continue reading Introverts vs. Extroverts
Sharon A. Penny 