I’m a person of action. I like to move and do. I don’t like to sit still. I certainly don’t like to wait. Given all that, it comes as no surprise that patience comes hard to me. This time of year, I especially struggle with patience. I want to play outside in the longer spring days, but snow still covers the ground. The snow’s deteriorated beyond cross-country skiing, and Continue Reading
3 Lessons Learned By an Analytical Person in a Touchy-Feely World
I am a very analytical person. In some people’s words, I think too much. When I look at a problem or task, I see infinite possibilities. Each path is no better or worse than any other until proven otherwise. I am not satisfied with the “recommended” solution. Even with anecdotal evidence, I yearn to try multiple options. I’m curious. I just want to see what happens. I Continue Reading
Joy in the Midst of Patience
I am not a patient person. Yet I want many things which require waiting. Or, more accurately, I want many things which require extended efforts. I want my knee to not hurt anymore. My physical therapy should rehabilitate my knee under the guidance of a medical professional. I want to go backpacking. Our backpacking trips have been put on hold because of the Continue Reading
