I am not exactly sure where I first heard the expression, “the paint in the can needs to be applied.” In preparing this blog, I Googled it and outside of my prior use in a blog, nothing came up. It is a great saying. What good does paint do in the can? It was created […]
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We must work through our problems, not around them. Through is a process, around is avoidance. The path through is always harder and possibly longer. It requires patience, self-control, as well as accountability. Working through problems is ‘pain with a purpose.’ Working around problems is a sign of immaturity or possibly lacking necessary life experiences,
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In a recent work experience I was in the field, literally, working with farmers. The subjects of ‘no till’ and ‘cover crops’ were being discussed as an emerging trend in farming and one that has tremendous upside for the future of agricultural, specifically for soil health. Although the science and data demonstrate the loss of
In my world if I want something to happen, it must be put on the calendar. I am either a calendar fanatic, enthusiast, or addict – not so sure which is better. If it is not on my calendar, it is not going to happen. This mindset grew out of three highly active children and
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I have been blessed with several great mentors in my life. Obviously, by reading this blog you know of my love for my Dad and the role he played as a mentor is ever present. Some of my mentors have been for just brief periods of time, others in a small but long-term role, and
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This is not the next blog I had planned on running and the timing would not necessarily be three days after the most recent posting. I feel a tugging on my heart to post this and post it now. My eyes were opened back in 1990 on the subject of a paradigm shift, when I
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This blog’s inspiration was the poem ‘I Wish You Enough’ that I have had in my files for over a dozen years. I believe I first read it in Chicken Soup for the Soul. I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright. I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun more. I
Whether we are calling someone forth or calling them out, the content is remarkably similar. However, the messaging and tone are quite different. We might get a cheap thrill when calling people out. It can feel like winning a game of Gotcha. Especially when we feel the call-out is uniquely insightful. It can also be
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There are majestic and mature fruit trees all over the United States. Many are not producing as much fruit as they could. Fruit trees that have been neglected can make a comeback and be more productive with careful pruning. Cutting branches back is a way of favoring what is left. Pruning helps the tree flourish
It has always been perfectly ok to not be “fine.” In these times, even more so. This whole pandemic thing can make one sad and even create the occasional meltdown. It’s called “being human” and welcome to the club, there’s seven billion of us – most of which are going through some level of anxiety.
