Family Fries…I mean Ties!
I have inherited some wonderful traits from my family. My ability to feel, love, and be compassionate to those around me comes from my mother – without a doubt. My business savvy and courage to stand tall was given to me by my father. We all inherit traits from our family; some good, some bad. […]
Never let them see you sweat
I think that I might be a perfectionist. Or at least a version of one. Typically when I think of your quintessential perfectionist, my mind conjures up an image of a 40-something person with perfect hair, skin and nails. They walk the planet with the kind of body that says “I don’t need things like […]
Getting our wires crossed
This past week I felt completely misunderstood. Picture it; on Monday morning I contentedly sipped my coffee on our lanai (anyone who has ever watched “Golden Girls” knows why I like to call it a lanai). I was mentally preparing for a big meeting I had. As I rehearse what points I want to hit […]
Hell to the No
I have very clear childhood memories of hearing “Dougall doesn’t like being told no.” I remember feeling ashamed when this would be repeated. Looking back as an adult, I appreciate it as a definitive character trait that serves me well. Perhaps as a kid it was more of an irritant to others. I can remember […]