Today________Feb 5, 2012


There is a lot to be said for listening. For some it comes naturally, easily and they can do it for long stretches. This is not to say they don’t have a lot to say, many opinions and could tell you if you are doing it wrong. I have a deep admiration for these listeners. … Continue reading

chess__________Jan 27, 2012


For years, or maybe decades you develop the skill of thinking and playing a few steps ahead of where you are. I love this about navigation and running an orienteering course or race. You see where you need to be, operative word, and plot the course to get there. Having a map, while lovely can … Continue reading

who are your cut-men?_____Jan 17, 2012


I know I keep asking that question. It’s just crazy important. We cannot do this alone. Think about trying to move a baby grand piano by yourself. I see bulging discs, a perforated bowel and torn rotator cuff all over that. That is why we call the most reliable people we know when we have … Continue reading