August 2, 2024 5:25 am Published by

Ah, what an interesting time it is to be alive in history. I can relate to the opening line, “it was the best of times, and the worst of times.” Truly, I believe it’s all good, yet sometimes my mind has to catch up to authentically reframe what looks like a challenge. 

  1. Election years are predictable in many ways: people pause on spending, business reacts, things slow down, and it gets a bit chaotic. My response to all of it is a choice, opportunities abound as well. Don’t let fear keep you frozen. 

  1. No matter what, the summer is always swift and too short. I love that we all make more time to gather outdoors, spend time with friends and family, and appreciate this brief season. 

  1. Learning is both challenging and rewarding. True learning opens up new possibilities. 

  1. Very few things move on my timetable; having patience during the summer is easier than in the thick of our busiest days. 

  1. Investing in improving your home are dollars well spent. There’s nothing like looking forward to being at home and enjoying it fully. 

  1. Sometimes big decisions are made quickly, and it works out beautifully. Even better than if you had planned it more thoroughly. Trust your gut. 

  1. Dictating a blog is wonderful and different from truly typing out and writing out a blog. Seeing how my words get confused or rewritten gives me an opportunity to speak more clearly and rethink what I’m trying to say more simply. 

  1. Though we’ve had an extraordinary amount of rain, I welcome it and appreciate how it fills our lakes, greens up all of nature, and grows amazing plants and flowers. I’m less appreciative of the increase of the insect world. 

  1. When you can spontaneously connect with friends, go with the flow, and add a little music and creativity, you have the makings of a perfect evening with little to no effort. 

  1. Knowing and appreciating your neighbors is the epicenter of community. It’s a blessing to be surrounded by people you call friends every day of your life. Remember to appreciate it and not take it for granted. 

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