Work – Life Balance

I heard someone mention work-life balance. Work is part of life, and while I agree that working nonstop can be tedious, not having work is worse. Work is healthy. Work is productive. Work provides a schedule and a discipline that helps organize the day. Oh, and there...

Worried about the economy?

With the dismal news about the dismal science, the economy, it is not surprising that people are feeling alarmed by the thought of rising taxes, decreasing government services, loss of their 401 (K) contributions, and generally feeling sad about the short term future....

A thought on Healthy Eating

I would like to eat healthier. I would like to actually consume my full share of the recommended 9 fruits and vegetables. The problem?? I eat like a 3rd grader. I eat sporadically, when food is available, and when left to my own foraging devices, often resort to easy...

Rewarding Good Behavior

I wish more people understood that people, like dogs, need their good behavior rewarded. My dogs cheerfully do what I ask of them because they know they will get some kind of positive reward – tummy rubs, ball throwing, treats or a happy “good girl!” But I don’t...

Zen and the art of Painting

No, not like landscapes or anything that requires artistic talent. I am talking about putting paint on walls and changing the room, using “Polar Bear White” trim, and making the nicks and other imperfections go away. Painting is healthy and theraputic. In...