“Tissue, but I hardly even know you…”

May 27th, 2010 by Christopher

How many times has someone around you sneezed or cried (especially kids) and could really use a tissue? How cool to be able say “here you go” and hand over a whole (mini) pack? It’s not like carrying one around is going to weigh you down, right? I’ve road tested this; having a small pack ..read more..

“I’ll be happy when…”

May 12th, 2010 by Christopher

How many times have you had that thought? I’ve had it plenty of times throughout my life. Happiness deferred. For me it was usually big things, job, home, starting a family… I’ll finally be happy… when I’ve got that money in the bank. when I have the new house. when (so and so) is home. ..read more..

The Best Thing That Could Happen?

April 15th, 2010 by Christopher

“What if this is the best thing that could happen?” What if you stopped in the middle of every challenging situation and asked yourself – “what if this is the best thing that could happen right now?” Then immediately challenge yourself come up with three reasons that it really is the best thing  – then ..read more..

“It’s My Pleasure…”

April 6th, 2010 by Christopher

Yes it is… It’s my pleasure to serve you, and why shouldn’t it be? And why shouldn’t it be your pleasure when someone thanks you? You’re alive, breathing the air, hearing the birds or whatever sounds stir your spirit. It’s a reminder of how blessed by some force that we are still here, enjoying this ..read more..

“That’ll Teach Them a Lesson!” (really?)

March 26th, 2010 by Christopher

Toxicity alert. Whenever I hear that I cringe a little. How many times has the silent treatment (or any negative behavior towards someone) ever taught anyone a lesson, least of all the lesson intended? I’ve never used it because, in my experience, I never saw that it worked. Yet, people still do this all the ..read more..