Some of the little things I’m happy are part of my life this week:
1. Friends who hold me accountable for reaching my potential.
2. Running again post-injury, even if I’m still not 100%
3. Hot tea.
4. The music of Nina Simone. And Bob Seger. And so many other artists.
5. Mail. The paper kind that comes via a [...]
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During the two years I lived in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, I became a big fan of Yuengling Lager. When I was in grad school, Yuengling was the best tasting inexpensive beer in Pittsburgh, and it was a local (to Pennsylvania) brewery, to boot. Tom Smugala, editor of Insider573 Magazine, contacted me in November to ask if I’d be interested in having Insider do a story about me, my return to Missouri, and A Small Town Girl’s Guide. Wow, do I have a lot to be thankful for this week. Where to start??? I noticed a badge on South City Confidential that said “Grace in Small Things”, so I did some research. I’m not convinced about leaving San Francisco today. My flight leaves this afternoon, but I’m just not sure I want to get on the plane. A good friend introduced me to the writings of C.S. Lewis last Easter, and I’ve found so much wisdom in Lewis’ words. I’d like to share this passage with you today from The Four Loves: Thanksgiving is more than a day to me this year- it’s the whole week. I’ve thought a lot about my personal and professional support networks; my mentors and the mentors I’d like to build relationships with; and some of the things about living in small town Missouri that are really good for me. Kindness makes its presence known in the most unexpected of ways. Last Friday was a good day for my site: |
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