Work, A Surprise and A Workout ..............2/28/12

We need never be ashamed of our tears. (Charles Dickens)
Image: "Lakeside: Rudyard Lake" by Tim Blessed. 
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               Hey, how are you? 
I'm trying to figure out the new interface for posting on Blogger.

My Gratitudes for Tuesday:

1. For three hours I worked on marketing my business with others.     
       Slowly, but surely, we're seeing progress. I added to the slowness today. Too many
questions, I plied. Not following the order they wanted for our meeting, frustrated them, too. I can't help the fact that I'm inquisitive. And, it's my business we're dealing with. 

       I'm not trying to be difficult. My mind operates differently, that's all. Next week I'll try it their way. I brought my new laptop with me to the meeting. It made matters worse. I tried recording their ideas as they strategized about my business. Somehow that confused and frustrated them. I want to be sensitive to their structure while meeting my need for taking notes in a business meeting. I always take notes. I remember what is covered, better, when I do. 

       This problem has a simple fix. I use a notepad next week. 

2. I spent time with my oldest son today. It's fascinating watching him operate. He's a grown man. I'm thrilled we're working on a project together. He's using Google analytics to help me build my business. 

3. I took steps today dealing with a problem I'm having with a service I'm using. 
        My son re-wrote a letter I sent two weeks ago to the owner of this service. I appreciate learning areas where I can be more effective It's great having a son with business acumen----that seems right since he just got his degree in business.

4. I exercised today. 
        I rode my bike for 6 miles today. The wind was strong. I went with a friend who's been riding for ages and has professionally coached others. I learned plenty. My seat was adjusted, I learned about using gears efficiently.  I also rode faster and further than I would have, if I had ridden alone.

       I'm glad I'm investing in my health and learning using my  bike more efficiently. If it doesn't rain tomorrow, I'll go riding for an hour.

5. I'm glad Muse dropped by and posted today.

6. While meeting my marketing team at Starbucks, I came across a Darrin. I hadn't seen him since 1993, when I was a psychiatric rehab therapist in a sub-acute psychiatric hospital.

      He recognized me and was kind. He remembered classes I taught and groups I led. In front of those with me, he mentioned how much he enjoyed attending those classes as a staff member. His comments were a special, unexpected gift from God. It was nice being appreciated.

7. I met with friends after work. I saw one person I haven't seen since October. I enjoyed talking with her. I like her smile. It's big, genuine with deep dimples. I think we'll do something in a few weeks.

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Cary, how has the past week been for you? What has been your biggest challenge?

Kelly, how is college treating you? How's Myles?

Lowry, how are you? What's a lesson you've been learning, lately?

Muse, did you do anything special this past weekend?

Phyllis, how are you my friend? Are you still walking three miles a day?

PJ, what do you do when your patience is tried?

Stuart, what have you been learning lately?