...Although, I remember her saying once when she was making a reservation at a restaurant, she gave the name Hillary and they thought it was Hillary Clinton. True story. ******************************************************* Today I was sitting at my desk and got a call from the front desk. Elizabeth: "Kelly, you have a delivery of eggs down here." … Continue reading Hillary (No, not that one…)
Work
Welcome Back from Your Vacation
When you're on vacation, does someone do your work for you? Are there little elves who take up residence at your desk and answer your email and phone messages? Is anyone considerate enough to check your mailbox to sort through and prioritize what you should address first when you settle back in on Monday morning … Continue reading Welcome Back from Your Vacation
First Day, She Helped!
Three years and seven months ago I started my new job where I currently work. I love my job; probably because I get to use all the skills I've picked up along the way and feel as though I'm really helping people. There was one particular person on that first day, who was remarkably helpful … Continue reading First Day, She Helped!
Giving Without Expectation
Last week, on his birthday, I shared a thank you to my brother-in-law, Paul. I have more than a few brothers-in-law and each is special; not only because they love my sisters! My brother-in-law, Jon, also celebrated his birthday this month. He and my sister have been together since college! It rained like crazy on their … Continue reading Giving Without Expectation
Vacation All I Ever Wanted…
As of 6:00 pm today I am on vacation. I'm not going anywhere special and I don't intend to do anything outrageously spectacular. It is simply that, for the next 9 days I don't have to do anything I don't want to do, in particular go to work. I can sleep late, read the 4 … Continue reading Vacation All I Ever Wanted…
An Unexpected Support
Have you ever been in a car accident? I've been in one. A few years ago I was driving in the neighborhood where my office is located on my way home at the end of the day. It was the time of day when the sun is just low enough that it blinds you, even … Continue reading An Unexpected Support
Pedestals
I don't know why it's on my mind today, but I was thinking about who might not get thanked in a blog like mine. I mean, my subtitle is about saying thank you to people who've helped me along my path, so it makes sense that I might focus on people who were positive and … Continue reading Pedestals
Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle, Brother-in-Law!
When I was 13 years-old my sister Sue got married; she was 19. I would be remiss if I didn't first off, thank my brother-in-law, Paul, for giving me strep throat on that day! He was sick as a dog and as people went through the receiving line after the ceremony, I'm not so sure … Continue reading Husband, Father, Grandfather, Uncle, Brother-in-Law!
Write It Down
At certain points in our life we seek out someone to talk to about our problems, at least I have. For many people a counselor or therapist or coach, can support our desire to change something about our life that we're struggling with in some way. I've known my fair share of counselors over the … Continue reading Write It Down
Retreat, Retreat!
Today I had a retreat with some of my staff. I try to do this kind of day-long event at least once a year, for each group that reports to me. It's a chance for us to come together to share ideas, develop some answers, and identify challenges. I love these kind of days because … Continue reading Retreat, Retreat!
365 Days of Thank You 