Death of Customer Service

Have you ever tried to find a full-service gas station? They are virtually non-existent. The last time I rented a car it had gone to more of a self-service than I’d ever seen and I’m sure it’s even more so now. Customer service has been declining gradually for years....

Shame

Recently I was having some resistance to doing something. About a week after I had reluctantly done it, I figured out why. I was feeling shame. Not that I was feeling shame about doing it but feeling shamed into doing it. I consciously did not want to do it but felt...

End Of A Season

I’m so done with high school. Fortunately, that part of my life is complete. I was done when I graduated and now, I have all my children graduated. I suppose it’s the same everywhere, but it feels unique to a small town. If you don’t fit in it can be difficult. John...

Boundaries

Watching Dalila play with Hans (my older Dachshund) and Ithaca (the cat/kitten) I’m reminded about setting boundaries. Hans is very clear when Dalila chews on his tail or his ears that he wants none of that. Or if she tries to eat his food. Dalila pounces on Ithaca...