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Bombilla Gourd Mate’ Tea

Tuesday, July 8th, 2008

Last week, I was busy running errands all afternoon. I was feeling cranky, hot, tired and thirsty- a bad combination. I had several more stores to go to, so decided to pick up a healthy snack and a cold drink from Whole Foods. My eyes quickly scanned their refrigerated drink section and a […]

Is Monomania Necessary for Success?

Tuesday, October 3rd, 2006

Monomania - mon·o·ma·ni·a (mŏn’ə-mā’nē-ə, -mān’yə) n.
1. Pathological obsession with one idea or subject.
2. Intent concentration on or exaggerated enthusiasm for a single subject or idea.
Reading that definition makes me think, do all successful people share this trait? Is monomania a necessary component to becoming a successful person? Monomania doesn’t necessarily mean the same thing as […]

A Vacation on the Lake Rejuvenates the Spirit

Thursday, September 7th, 2006

Vacation at the lake cabin this summer was fantastic. No laptop or cell phone on this trip; just a stack of books, fresh air, the serenity of Leech Lake, and the loon’s call.
I decided to try a lake cabin for a summer vacation this year. I have wanted to do this for quite some time […]

Take a Nap to Avoid Sleep Debt

Wednesday, August 30th, 2006

I think people fall into two categories when it comes to napping: those who nap and those who don’t. I certainly fall into the napper category. I have always had the luxury of being able to fall asleep anywhere and at any time.
As I get older I think that napping becomes a more important part […]

Larry David Is Bad For My Health

Thursday, July 27th, 2006

I am currently watching season 2 of Curb Your Enthusiasm on DVD. I have been a devout Seinfeld fan over the years and I would even call myself a casual, if not hesitant, Larry David fan. I say hesitant because when I watch Larry in action I quickly feel the onset […]