Being self-employed there is usually a shadow of guilt in my mind whenever I'm on "vacation". A quick jaunt to NYC to see Merritt for St. Valentine's day has proved no different. Not to say I'm not enjoying myself, I just feel a little indulgent taking time off from what is already a relatively ideal lifestyle... That said, yesterday's evening did involve what was the coolest V-day dinner ever @ the Rusty Knot where we shared the ever romantic $5 Busch / Pretzel Dog Combo, a pickle, and a DELICIOUS N.C. style pulled-pork sando at the bar.
Aaaanyway, when Merr was in class this morning, I continued reading the 7 Habits of Highly Effective people. No matter how effective you think you are, this book will make you feel like a lazy biotch. It asks you to do exercises in each chapter to help improve every aspect of your life. Talk about bold. One of the items is to create a personal mission statement. I read about this a few chapters ago and did nothing about it (see, it really works!). This morning I found a really helpful tool here: http://www.franklincovey.com/msb/
It was no cake walk but I'm pleased with the results. It might feel uncomfortable and maybe a bit cheesy but give it a try. See if you can't incorporate what's really important into your every-day life.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Friday, February 5, 2010
Thursday, February 4, 2010
Trillion is the new Billion
This is a very insightful look at our national debt.
I felt punch drunk after watching it because the debt is a juggernaut. This gives me a head/stomachache from time to time. Clive Crook's comments at 51:00 paralleled an idea I had about our government and it's proclivity to borrow. Our government has been falling into the same trap that mortgagees did on a personal level during the recently popped debt bubble. The only difference is Joe the Plumber couldn't print money, tax his neighbor, or call up China for additional funds. Let's hope China never files an N.O.D.
I felt punch drunk after watching it because the debt is a juggernaut. This gives me a head/stomachache from time to time. Clive Crook's comments at 51:00 paralleled an idea I had about our government and it's proclivity to borrow. Our government has been falling into the same trap that mortgagees did on a personal level during the recently popped debt bubble. The only difference is Joe the Plumber couldn't print money, tax his neighbor, or call up China for additional funds. Let's hope China never files an N.O.D.
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Go-Go Government!
I had jury duty today. I noticed this "fire door" at the county offices. It's a microcosm of government efficiency.
Monday, January 18, 2010
Henry Ford said the darndest things...
I love when you read something that rings true. These quotes are especially relevant today when there is such a widespread malaise with regard to both the present and future. I'm a glass half-full guy living in what seems to be an age of chicken littles. Read these puppies and keep hope alive!
Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal.
You can't build your reputation on what you're going to do.
Coming together is a beginning, staying together is a progress, and working together is a success.
Before everything else, getting ready is the secret to success.
Nothing is particularly hard if you divide it into small jobs.
Obstacles are those frightful things you see when you take your eyes off your goal.
You can't build your reputation on what you're going to do.
Coming together is a beginning, staying together is a progress, and working together is a success.
Before everything else, getting ready is the secret to success.
Nothing is particularly hard if you divide it into small jobs.
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Leon
Leon is my favorite character in the short illustrious history of Curb. Here are some of his best moments. Fun for the whole family.
Danny Duberstein
Danny Duberstein
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