Captain’s Log: Day Present When it seemed like my search for a Calm Brain was nowhere to be seen, finally, there is hope. Entry…
Visually Understanding Social Media
This is how I would explain Social Media posts to a participant who doesn’t want to feel upset about their news feed. #PerspectiveMatters @themerriment
The 12 Ways We Act
The word Action, as a noun, is defined in 12 different ways. There are also 12 different ways people are approaching today’s world: 1. Some…
50 Ideas for The Muppets – An Open Letter from a Lovable Crazy
Hello/Hi-ho Imagineers, I am writing to you today because I have this semi-ridiculous file in my desk drawer called Pretend Conversations with Jim Henson. I’ve…
Positive Thinking During a Pandemic
Everyday we wake up in this foggy state and I am sure some of you might be wondering … how can anyone possibly be happy…
Today #SpreadPeace
The topics of “violence and hate” came up during my lesson of S.E. Hinton’s The Outsiders. It’s amazing how re-reading this book from an adult…
Three Things I wish Contently Gave Me the Opportunity to Say
A Story for Shane Snow (can be nicely paired with a hot beverage, enjoy) Dear Mr. Snow, On June 23, 2015, I crafted this story…
Why people find it so hard to be happy
Quite often I have a longer than usual conversation with a friend on the telephone. Not necessarily to make plans or discuss grandiose accomplishments (if…
Work Happy
#workhappy and see my tweets @themerriment A couple things to consider when contemplating a new job- 1. Be challenged 2. Work with great people 3.…
In the Works
Please allow me to give you some background information. Since I have been unemployed, nearly one year, I have been doing a lot of “soul-searching.”…