Last week I attended a meeting for human resource professionals.  The dinner speaker talked about fun in the workplace – an unusual topic given today’s economic climate.  The speaker’s examples of workplace fun were along the lines of employee parties, picnics, and catered lunches. As I sat there, I had to wonder, who can think [...]

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I went with my father to the doctor a few weeks ago. In discussing the appointment with my father later that day, I was struck by how differently we each interpreted what the doctor said. What I heard the doctor say and what my father heard were very different. It happens all the time. I [...]

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I was on a mini vacation last week. We went to Savannah and Jekyll Island, Georgia. One thing that my husband and I enjoy doing is touring historic homes and there are plenty to choose from, especially in Savannah. I loved the homes we saw and the interesting information provided by the tour guides. During [...]

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