As I travel around to work with different companies, I am constantly amazed at how many smart, talented, and creative people I meet. People that are excited and passionate about changing things. However, these same people have their hands tied when it comes to using their skills to create something meaningful. When a great idea is introduced, I almost always hear comments like "that will... [ read more ]
"Do it, and then you will feel motivated to do it." – Zig Ziglar Waiting to be motivated Last week I was sitting at my computer, waiting to be motivated to get up and go do something physical. I was tired of being sedentary and greatly desired to get out and do something active. If I think about it enough I will motivate myself to get up and be active right? Wrong! Desire for... [ read more ]
Everybody loves to take a trip somewhere. Experiencing new adventures is an important part of life. I believe as humans we are hard-wired to enjoy adventures. Doing new things keeps us energized. It doesn't matter what it is, as long a it feels adventurous to us. For some that means a simple weekend getaway to someplace new, for others its a month long trek through primitive... [ read more ]
This weekend I was able to go camping with my son. We camped up in the mountains, so it was about 15 degrees fahrenheit. In the middle of the night the infamous Colorado winds picked up and we had 60mph winds blowing through our tent. The ground was lumpy and hard. By the end of the trip we were cold, tired, dirty, smelly, and worn out. I loved it! This may sound strange to anyone... [ read more ]
There are so many things in this world to learn, and our human potential to learn new things is astonishing. My mind is blown every time I try to grasp the quantity of things in this world to learn. I love to learn new skills. It doesn't have to be a major endeavor. Simple things are sometimes the best. For example the other day I learned from my daughter that I could use... [ read more ]
We have all been there. You are talking amongst a group of friends and something comes up that nobody knows the answer to. Someone inevitably breaks out their smart phone and Googles it. Maybe its just me being nostalgic, but I miss the pre-internet days where it was OK to not know the answer to everything. I have had some pretty lively discussions hashing through things... [ read more ]
When you need to find out if a 9 volt battery still has some power left, the best way is to just touch it to your tongue. If there is still some juice, you will get a little bit of a sting and a weird feeling in your tongue. This sudden jolt can be fun. Yeah, I realize it sounds weird, but once you try it, I am sure you will do it again. This little jolt of electricity... [ read more ]
I love to be barefoot. Whenever your feet are free, it means that you are doing something relaxing or fun. You could be at the beach, running through the grass, lounging at home, dipping your feet in the water, or simply sitting at home. Whatever the reason you are barefoot, enjoy it. Take off your shoes and socks and go barefoot today. Enjoy the sensations you... [ read more ]
I love the feeling of the sun out in the middle of winter. I love the crisp, fresh air and the clear blue skies. Here in Colorado, even if the temperatures are low, as long as the sky is clear and the sun is shining it feels warm outside. Another simple pleasure to enjoy! ... [ read more ]
Nobody likes toothpaste when it gets down to the last little bit, but getting to crack open a brand new tube is pretty cool. Untouched, uncorrupted, and still clean. When you live in my house, a tube of toothpaste tends to get shared and never is the same after the first day. Enjoy it while it lasts! Remember to enjoy the little things in life. ... [ read more ]