Tag Archives: suprise

Small Wins and Possibilities

My corner store sells a 20-pack of frozen samosas. THEY’RE DELISH and save me the hour journey to the local Indian store. I bought the last pack months ago, and they never restocked. On this day, I looked into the freezer … Continue reading

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Kindness: Take Your Time

Take your time. I’m not in a rush.” This one is great for the grocery store, the takeout burrito restaurant, or anywhere else that involves really tired people trying their best, even as they fumble and flail. For example, the … Continue reading

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Abandonment

Abbott was in a full sprint, running so fast the neighborhood dogs were howling at his heels, and you could hear his laughter rise above them. A woman watched from her yard. She couldn’t remember the last time she ran … Continue reading

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The Key To Self Expression is…

Surprise. When I work. I want to hear myself say something I wouldn’t have anticipated saying – creating a new idea. That’s my definition of discovery. – Terrace Hayes  Truth. Sometimes we’re tempted to create what we think a smart popular, or … Continue reading

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What Piece of Advice Would You Offer

Don’t screw anybody over. Just do your best. If you owe your employees 50 bucks, give them 55. It’s not the end of the world. Five bucks is not going to hurt you, but for them it’s a meal. I … Continue reading

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