Magic Woods – © Photophilde — Courtesy of PhotoDropper
Where do we find magic in the daily routines of our fast-paced lives? It’s different for everyone in what triggers a place in your heart capturing a special moment worth remembering. Continue reading
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Small business people on chess board — MSN Clipart
I’m noticing things are different, this time, after I retired in April 2012. It’s no longer an “in-between jobs” mindset. I’m in a good place and more settled and connected than ever. I feel as if my heart and head are coming together with purpose and meaning. Continue reading
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Downtown Chicago – Photo by Pat Ruppel © March 2011
I woke up this morning thinking about doing what I love going through the checks and balances in my heart and mind. I have to admit practicing this has had its challenges since I retired early last year in 2012.
I no longer have the typical, daily routine of commuting and the structure of the corporate world where your day is laid out creating work for someone else.
You may ask, “You have a problem with that?” No! It just comes with a few pleasant and happy challenges in the rearranging of life disciplines and attitudes. Continue reading