Tag Archives: conversation

Conversation-Starters: Culture

Posted on May 4, 2023 by msw blog

Above all, the one thing that never fails to get people talking is a shared love of the latest TV show, movie, or book. If you’re stuck in an awkward silence, ask your family or friends about the best shows … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged active listening, answers, celbration, communication, conversation, conversation starter, Culture, entertainment, Events, ice breakers, movies, question, telvision, thankful | Leave a comment

Food & Friendship

Posted on April 30, 2023 by msw blog

I recently visited friends who moved to another state. I’ve known them for more than 20 years. This recent visit was my fourth visit to their new home. The problem is that my friend doesn’t seem to feel responsible for … Continue reading →

Posted in Kitchen Adventures, Reading | Tagged conversation, etiquette, expectation, family, farmers market, food, friends, friendship, grocery shopping, houseguest, How did you get here, hunger, hungry, invitation, Privileged, query, thankful, What would you do ? | Leave a comment

Best Husband Ever

Posted on April 30, 2023 by msw blog

My husband and I are both teachers. On our 10th anniversary, I suggested that we review our vows and give grades for how well we had achieved our commitments. Going line by line, we gave our ratings on vows like, … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged Achievement, active listening, anniversary, commitments, conversation, humor, husband, joy, list, love, marriage, ratings, realationship, teachers, vows, wife | 1 Comment

Photo Hosatge

Posted on April 27, 2023 by msw blog

With cellphones holding thousands of photos, I have found myself being held hostage by people searching their phones for photos. These are the people who, in the middle of a conversation, get excited to show a particular picture. Oftentimes, they … Continue reading →

Posted in Reading | Tagged boundaries, camera, conversation, Dead See Scroll, disruptive, ethics, hostage, inspiration, interruptions, memories, photo album, photos, realationships, respect, searching, social cues, Technology, tired | 2 Comments

Slow Progress Allows Me The Flexibility to Adapt

Posted on April 26, 2023 by msw blog

Slow progress allows me the flexibility to adapt: Many times we want to just be at the destination, but one of the benefits of slower, steady progression is that it allows us to tweak our methods and remember to enjoy … Continue reading →

Posted in Reflections | Tagged Achievement, confidence, conversation, destination, determination, discouraged, dreams, faith, flexibility, Future, goals, guidance, happiness, inspiration, journey, life, Milestone, mindfulness, opportunity, perspective, progress, support | 4 Comments

Tag Archives: conversation

Conversation-Starters: Culture

Food & Friendship

Slow Progress Allows Me The Flexibility to Adapt

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