tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-60261072724184431402012-03-02T16:09:51.573-06:00Coffee TimePull up a chair, fill your cup, and join me as I learn how to "do" blogging and work through the process of reshaping my career. Quiet reflections, conversations from life and simple thoughts on the day to day journey also happen here.Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.comBlogger601100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-60587063862873018102012-03-02T16:09:00.003-06:002012-03-02T16:09:51.590-06:00
Stay Tuned!
Coyote Laughing is coming soon.
Just as in nature, there is always something going on behind the scenes. This has been true for this adventure, as well. After leaving my job, my time schedule has taken many and varied paths, leaving computer and blogging time scarce. I have written a great deal though and someday, I might do a quick highlighted tour of the journey over the Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-16661178631603501052011-07-06T11:54:00.000-05:002011-07-06T11:54:54.303-05:00I Did It-My Own Cafepress storeWell, after much frustration, it is done. I invite you to visit my work in progress, my new online shop for photography gifts and stationary at www.cafepress.com/CoyoteLaughing. I am still learning and have made some mistakes, which I am sure is a normal thing to do. But, it has begun. My first series of items is called, Summer Pleasures. I still have a few more things to add so that I can Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-30284038495986351042011-07-03T20:38:00.000-05:002011-07-03T20:38:32.174-05:00Progress ContinuesJust a quick post tonight. I have made it through most spring and summer photos and have a back up drive and I am developing a sort of system in keeping up with this. I would still like to figure out my online back up system, too.
I have a few designs on CafePress, but did not get my store opened up yet. It takes time to figure out which photos to use and what, if any, affects I want to useLynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-46629033462555850962011-06-13T21:08:00.000-05:002011-06-13T21:08:12.113-05:00WHOOHOOOO!So, I figure I should write once in awhile to give an update. I actually did it. I gave notice at my current job and will dive into the world of the self-employed mid-July. I have been taking a few days off here and there and I can already see some looming issues. Like, how hard it is to choose between working in my garden and sitting at my desk. I need to find a way to move my desk outside. Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-27731447989835517492011-05-01T19:30:00.000-05:002011-05-01T19:30:33.711-05:00Decision MadeThe last time I wrote, I was trying to make a huge decision about whether to quite my full time job now, or try to wait another year. My decision has been made. I plan to be leaving my full time job by no later than mid-summer. There are still a few details to work out as I figure out my exit timeline with my current employer.
I feel both intense relief, excitement,... and fear.
I have no Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-75074262087511267142011-03-13T12:19:00.000-05:002011-03-13T12:19:28.425-05:00So Many Decisions...So Many ViewpointsThere are a bazillion people out there on the web, on the shelves in bookstores, and even in person who can tell you the "right way" to do just about anything. And, for them, they may indeed be right. But what about for you, for me? Are they still right?That would be impossible since many of the viewpoints are contrary to each other. They can't all be right, or can they?
You might get lucky andLynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-22112159822052762712011-02-06T09:32:00.002-06:002011-02-06T10:07:24.827-06:00Behind the ScenesIt's a winter wonderland out there! About 20 inches of snow fell last week, and we are getting a little more today.
It's a good thing I love the snow, not to mention having an extra day or so off from my 9-5.
Wordpress, Blogger, or ?
I have actually been quite busy trying to educate myself on different blog/web hosting sites. My level of techno-knowledge is close to non-existent so it is a slowLynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-74825179977826797752011-01-25T19:10:00.000-06:002011-01-25T19:10:41.620-06:00AvoidanceOk, so I haven't written for a couple of weeks. There was nothing I really wanted to share, or admit to, so I avoided writing.
I hate to admit when my great ideas and plans are not working out so well. I had one wonderful week of plans flowing smoothly, then ....well, I'll spare you the whining. Suffice it to say that I have been derailed, partly by my work schedule and partly by myself and my Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-41197184418876729652011-01-10T20:56:00.000-06:002011-01-10T20:56:40.015-06:00Dulicmer Days and Coyote TimeWelcome to my new year and my new challenge. Technically it is a 28 day challenge, yet I believe this will be a yearlong process. My goal is simple enough, to find a rhythym to my life that fits who I am at this point in my life. Easy right?! Hardly!
My Dilema
My days are flexible at best. My 9-5 type job covers weekdays, weekends, and weeknights. There are family things I want to be available Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-5879577371595281282011-01-03T22:24:00.000-06:002011-01-03T22:24:44.004-06:00Lessons From the 21 Day ChallengeWell, I'm back! Life has been pretty good and pretty busy the last few weeks. I have been processing some of the things I learned during my 21 Day Challenge. I promised to share what I learned with you. So, here are some highlights, in sort of shorthand version. Interestingly, most of what I learned was in the first week of the challenge.
To recap, the challenge was primarily to get me into Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-23774608442490837532010-12-21T22:57:00.000-06:002010-12-21T22:57:35.962-06:00Day 21! I Made It!Tonight is the last night of my 21 Day Challenge to do something every day for my blog and hoped for new photo stationary business. Some days I did more than others, but each day I did something toward my challenge- and I learned a lot- about myself, my software, my goals, and my at home working habits.
I have now cleaned up my office after getting my first stationary order in the mail and have Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-78671196978174014332010-12-18T14:18:00.000-06:002010-12-18T14:18:34.074-06:00Day 17 & 18My time on Day 17 was spent taking a few photos for marketing and trying to figure out what to charge for the stationary I just finished. There is SO much involved with trying to account for supplies, timing, equipment, etc. AND, we have the flu in our house so the mom in me was doing mom things. So much for Day 17.
Day 18: I just got back from shipping out my very first stationary order! YEA!Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-80311075071946101862010-12-16T23:11:00.000-06:002010-12-16T23:11:18.550-06:00Day 16- is over...finally.Does anybody else have a love/hate relationship with technology?
Tonight has been one of those nights. I thought I was going to be done with my stationary order on time last night. That didn't happen....and I don't even remember why.
And tonight all I had to do was one set of 20 notecards; 5 each of 4 photo designs. But nooooooooooooooo,my computer graphics program had to disappear. Yes, that's Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-83953507302551744592010-12-15T10:29:00.000-06:002010-12-15T10:29:19.432-06:00Day 14 & 15Phew! Last night I was crusing along making notecards and didn't post. I really had fun with the artistic editing of the photos I was working with. I am very pleased with how things turned out and once I "regroup" I will post a few photos of the completed sets.
And although the artistic creating took a little longer than the simple touches I was making on the notepads, the whole process was Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-80060466041772586972010-12-13T23:36:00.000-06:002010-12-13T23:36:17.119-06:00Day 13There are stacks of stationery piling up in my office. Someone might think I am in business. This is also my first ever mobile post. I turned off my laptop before I posted. I might even try to download my calender. Oops. There is no picture icon, oh well.
Major success as i finally figured out note cards on this software. Well, long day today and this post is less than creative....I'm off to Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-78231905199796092562010-12-12T19:05:00.000-06:002010-12-12T19:05:02.185-06:00Day 12It seems sort of silly to write that I am not going to write tonight. This is just a check in post for my 21 Day Challenge to do something everyday for blog and hoped for new business. I have spent a lot of time focusing on getting a stationary order ready. Tonight is no different. There is also some reading in Problogger in my future tonight.Then, to be honest- it is time for a little Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-42544373307804621372010-12-11T20:23:00.000-06:002010-12-11T20:23:04.329-06:00Day 11No calendar, no post. Busy, busy, busy. And yes, it's all challenge related, well mostly.
You just gotta love livin'a full, happy life.I have to wonder though,what do you do when you have36 hours worth of things to doin a 24 hour day?!Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-29977582496295777142010-12-10T21:29:00.000-06:002010-12-10T21:29:37.285-06:00Day 10Here I am at the half way point. There are still so many things I hope to accomplish with the blogging aspect of this.
The next 21 Day Challenge is already identifying itself and will hopefully begin after the new year. It has definitely helped to have this public accountability to do something every day.
Tonight marks the anniversary of the first date with the man who was to become my Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-19786545389045712892010-12-09T20:04:00.000-06:002010-12-09T20:04:18.450-06:00Just For Fun!Click on the fish bowl to feed the fish! They will follow your curser.Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-54455420464483201352010-12-09T19:57:00.000-06:002010-12-09T19:57:44.098-06:00Day 9No calendar tonight, just a quick check in. I made good progress on stationary order last night and should finish up the notepads tonight, at least designs and printing. I still have to cut everything.
Although I am considering checking in with my friendly local print shop to see what they would charge for cutting. Although,....if I am to truly call these handmade stationary, can I take them Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-82417808241259705942010-12-08T21:16:00.000-06:002010-12-08T21:16:25.192-06:00Day 8Here I am again, getting a late start. After work I had some shopping to do and then dinner to make, plus making a dish to pass for a holiday party at work tomorrow. Oh, and then all the dishes from dinner and holiday party food prep.
That's ok. This will help me limit my time to one hour. I am having a hard time with that and going over my time. Then I feel like "work" is all I do. Oh, I know..Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-42918012877217758952010-12-07T20:41:00.000-06:002010-12-07T20:41:48.340-06:00Day 7The computer is better today. I have been able to download some new photos for my order and do some other work, too. I am not sure if this counts, but I do the simple downloading while watching some tv. I am having a hard time coming from work and going to work when I get home. So watching a little tv while doing the downloading seems to be a little more relaxing. Truthfully, I am watching as I Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-10537701320342712542010-12-06T20:22:00.000-06:002010-12-06T20:22:34.249-06:00Day 6Aaaaahhhhhh!!! My computer is failing me tonight. Can't open my software, having troubles online....just checking in quickly to say Day 6 is causing me frustration, but I'm still working on keepin' on.
I have been trying to download my software and explore some of its possibilities and my computer keeps freezing. I am getting off the computer before it fails for good. Time to read a little, I Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-38890255195797171922010-12-05T20:24:00.000-06:002010-12-05T20:24:04.510-06:00Day 5Yes! Not only am I developing some sort of working pattern and rhythm with my photo stationary, I am learning more about my Serif Plus X4program.
Learning my Software
For instance, I used to set up my 3x3 notepads like I did on Publisher, using the layout to set up multiple squares on one page...being careful that each square was exactly the same size......
Now, with Serif I set the custom sizeLynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-89297852382003606262010-12-04T22:06:00.000-06:002010-12-04T22:06:03.424-06:00Day 4 Oh, it is becoming rapidly clear that there are a few reasons I keep losing my focus and my momentum.
1. I stop doing things. I had been on a roll with my photo stationary back in August and September. Then I took time off in October when my dad passed. It was a perfectly reasonable thing to do. Then I went on a 10 day excursion for a conference, including a couple days off for vacation. Also Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-42936543243843705892010-12-03T20:58:00.000-06:002010-12-03T20:58:23.748-06:00Day 3Just a short check in tonight to say I'm workin' on it.
Busy with shopping and stationary design tonight. Lots of photos to download and gifts to make.
Busy, busy, busy!Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-25622354442315621312010-12-02T21:09:00.000-06:002010-12-02T21:09:49.914-06:00Whooohoooo- Day 2A Challenge Can Be Reassuring
Well, here I am again. There is something reassuring about knowing that I have set this time aside each day. It takes away some of the wonder about what I should do when I get home after work. Should I clean, should I watch tv, should I stop at the store on the way home?
NO! I am going home to take care of the dogs, have a small, but healthy dinner and I am going Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-72692757665269256552010-12-01T21:44:00.000-06:002010-12-01T21:44:37.038-06:00...Go! Day 1
Today is Day 1 of my 21 Day Challenge to do something every day for blog and business. It is also my husband's birthday. So my word and focus for today is committment, with a little bit of "presence" thrown in.
"Committment" because I choose to honor my committment to my challenge AND also to spend time with my husband to celebrate his birthday.
"Presence" because I am trying to "be present" Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-37923209220183093762010-11-30T17:45:00.002-06:002010-11-30T17:45:47.033-06:00Prepping for My 21 Day ChallengeLynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-32464643317191574012010-11-29T20:57:00.000-06:002010-11-29T20:57:50.360-06:00My 21 Day ChallengeWell, I was supposed to begin my 21 day challenge for blog and business a week ago when I returned from being out of town. I returned on Sunday, slept all day Monday, worked 10 hours each on Tuesday and Wednesday, then came Thanksgiving and the weekend. Which all brings me to today. I am not looking back and feeling bad about putting this off. I am just beginning on a different date.
My Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-35428909401120857982010-11-12T09:43:00.000-06:002010-11-12T09:43:17.790-06:00
Part of composing a great picture in photographyis by focusing on your subjectandeliminating the clutter in the scene.
It's not just what you get in the shot,it's also what you keep out of it.~ ~ ~Part of composing a well lived lifeis by focusing on what is important to youandeliminating the clutter.
It's not just what you keep in your life,it's also what you keep out.
~ ~ ~
I am taking a littleLynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-65263554502651209222010-11-04T22:01:00.000-05:002010-11-04T22:01:50.405-05:00Blog SchoolThis is just a quick "check in" post to track my efforts to do something every day for blog and business. I have been looking at my pictures and taking some new ones when the moment and opportunity hit me. In addition, I have been thinking up phrases I might use with the photos on stationary or a card. That has been fun.
I have also been thinking about what/when I might begin my first real Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-7370614203785009462010-10-31T10:17:00.000-05:002010-10-31T10:17:07.090-05:00I'm Expanding
Cup of the Day
I am now a member of the Whole Living Daily Challenge Community at http://www.wholeliving.com/ and have added a few blog posts there. I have also applied there to begin two new groups; In Between for those of us who are at the in-between stage of life where we care for and support those both younger and older in our family group, and 50+ and Counting for those of us who areLynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-51762505351390738692010-10-27T20:46:00.000-05:002010-10-27T20:46:40.111-05:00I'm Hatching a PlanThe say it takes 21 days to make a habit. Well, I need to get back into the habit of doing something everyday for blogs and business. So I intend to give myself a 21 day challenge.
I am considering whether or not I need to have a specific focus or will be content with a splatter effect. I may just go for the splatter effect, just to get it started. I do have one issue though, in 14 days I amLynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-14776560340991377622010-10-26T09:32:00.000-05:002010-10-26T09:32:51.358-05:00Catching Up-or Picking up the Pieces
It is a cold, blustery day here in the Midwest. I got a call early this morning that the offices where I work are out of power and I don't have to come in until 10:00am. It was nice to get a little more sleep and to now sit with coffee in hand, watching the autumn colors blow outside my window.
It has been awhile since I have looked at, much less Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-5176271331514214082010-10-13T21:20:00.000-05:002010-10-13T21:20:31.863-05:00Determination Pays Off, Thanks Dad!If you have read the previous post, the title and picture make sense. I may not have perfected this yet, but I got it figured out. Thanks again, dad, for the determination to do the best I can. I will keep working on it.Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-20828779537484263712010-10-12T12:53:00.000-05:002010-10-12T12:53:06.871-05:00Challenge and GraceMy father recently passed away. I took this picture from a bluff overlooking Lake Michigan on my way home that day. Over the past week, I have learned a lot more about my father, about what kind of man he really was. Like most of us, he was somebody different to everyone. It sort of depended on how he knew them.
As I have listened to stories from friends, family, coworkers, etc., one thing Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-78315827894351276312010-10-07T18:41:00.000-05:002010-10-07T18:41:15.450-05:00Hmmmm, Comfort Food
Coffee and chocolate! Two of my favorite things.
Here is a little snapshot of the very rich and very sweet cake balls that my 7 year old granddaughter and I made the other night.
1 box cake mix- prepared and baked
1 can frosting- I used about 90%, which was too much for me. Next time I'll use less.
sprinkles, nuts, powdered sugar
Break the cake up while still warm, add frosting, chill, Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-59134763452253321822010-10-02T22:01:00.000-05:002010-10-02T22:01:12.903-05:00Midwest Autumn and Time for Soup
Autumn Soup Pot
No Business TodayAahhh, the sumptuous aroma of homemade soup cooking on the stove. This post has nothing to do with business. It is all about the day to day of life. Life has it's ups and downs and twists and turns. One thing I know, is that doing something real, something normal and everyday, can help me get grounded when life has other ideas in mind.
Autumn ChillI have been Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-69936590934883249992010-09-29T14:56:00.002-05:002010-10-01T21:03:53.709-05:00HAPPY NATIONAL COFFEE DAY!I know the header is all caps. Please don't take offense, I am not shouting. Well maybe I am, but they are shouts of joy!Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-52935942840322215462010-09-28T21:06:00.000-05:002010-09-28T21:06:24.765-05:00Visitors and Statistics
Numbers and Places
I love stats! Who knew? I must say that I do not get very many comments on this blog so my site counter and the stats from my blog tell me not only how many people have stopped by for a visit, but what country they live in. That is so exciting to me. So far I have people from 9 countries who have visited my blog and I have topped over 500 visits. Although, I believe at Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-32631762705313533692010-09-25T20:38:00.000-05:002010-09-25T20:38:18.860-05:00Success!Yea! Six hours later, I got my software back!
And, I got my fridge cleaned out, my house straightened up, and several of my garden beds cut back for winter! I guess frustrated energy is good for something besides making me nuts.
Oh, the Saga of the DayAfter trying twice to re-download (once it took so long it timed out, the second time my server disconnected) I gave it one last try. It had Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-51997475198175274202010-09-25T13:54:00.000-05:002010-09-25T13:54:21.602-05:00Set Backs for BusinessIt's definitely a day for wishing I was anywhere but here.
New Software "Disappears"
I guess set backs are part of the norm for businesses. Somehow I have lost connection with my new desktop publishing software. It looks like all the files are there and yet it won't open. Instead it proceeds to download and then tell me it can't because it can't find the correct pathway.
The odd thing is thatLynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-84721968099118644822010-09-21T19:25:00.000-05:002010-09-21T19:25:05.686-05:00My Creative CornerCreating Space
My creative corner, formerly known as my daughter's bedroom, is beginning to take shape. Little by little I am setting up for the business I am working toward. One of the first things I had to do was move my desk, books, and craft supplies into the room and get that all organized. I'm still working on the closets, but there is enough done to work with.
The Work of My Hands
Part Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-49487775160038764152010-09-14T07:13:00.000-05:002010-09-14T07:13:33.517-05:00Progress Report on Blog and BusinessBlog Progress
You can be assured that if I am not posting every day, I am doing something to learn about blogging. I have been reading my new copy of Problogger by Dareen Rowse and Chris Garrett, visiting www.problogger.net by Darren Rowse, or checking out other blogs. Today I checked out problogger.net and read an article from a guest blogger, Annabel Candy, and then checked out her blog. Wow!Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-72554230563684690492010-09-06T10:30:00.000-05:002010-09-06T10:30:45.674-05:00Oh The Times They are a Changin'Cup of the Day
Beach Nostalgia
I didn't make it to the beach this summer. Sand and surf are calling me, but I don't think I'll get there. It may be the first time ever that a summer has not found me barefoot in the sand, listening to surf and seagull, and watching the waves roll in at least one day, somewhere.
New Season
Autumn is approaching here in the Midwest. Cooler weather has been Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-69449773979246596022010-08-30T17:17:00.009-05:002010-08-30T17:50:06.138-05:00Motivating Factors Today was a day for getting things done. This is my working cup.
My Key Three MotivatorsBefore I relate the successes, and miseries, of today, I want to go back to my last post a little while. That post about opportunities lost and taken made me think back to my original motivating factors for beginning this blog and the process of reshaping my Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-33217169236988137072010-08-28T09:55:00.000-05:002010-08-28T09:55:40.908-05:00Opportunities Missed...and TakenThe cup of the Day:You may have seen my stack of favorite coffee cups. I am going to begin each post with whatever cup I am using. I choose my cup depending on my mood, so take from that what you will.
This is my garden cup, or my Madi cup. I created it at Color Me Mine one day with my daughters and granddaughter. It was inspired by the many happy days we have spent in the garden.
Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-84017398367841625642010-08-25T19:07:00.002-05:002010-08-25T22:31:35.621-05:00COFFEE POLLThis is just a quickie post as I am going out to visit friends tonight that I haven't seen for some time. I have decided it is time for a little R & R.
pix to some soon-imagine me sitting with friends sipping coffee)
I think there has been enough serious stuff here, too. So I am playing with my blog tonight and adding a COFFEE POLL. Watch next Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-9086275658219450642010-08-23T21:31:00.002-05:002010-08-24T11:32:06.842-05:00MultitaskingHow many things can one person do at the same time and still make any of them worthwhile? I intend to find out.
Well, that was fast. Apparently I can not watch TV, visit with family, and blog at the same time. Go figure. I miss key points in the show-even a mindless one-I only half hear what someone sitting next to me says and I loose my train of thought while writing. TV watching, family Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-16005225944969623152010-08-21T11:53:00.003-05:002010-08-21T17:01:14.775-05:00Progress Is GoodDo something every day.
This is what I keep telling myself if my business of the heart, and learning how to be an awesome blogger, is to succeed. It doesn't matter right now if it is big or little, takes all day or only moments. What matters is that I keep the momentum going. I feel the pull of that momentum, the passion for the task, the excitement that keeps me moving forward.
However, I Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-80257125974051138162010-08-17T19:03:00.003-05:002010-08-18T16:18:09.609-05:00Quote for Today"Your life is not measured by the breaths you take, but by the moments that take your breath away."
Sunset-8/12/10
OK, I'm listening.
I have heard this quote twice today from two randomly different sources. I am not sure who to give credit to because I have seen it credited to at least two different people and anonymous. Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-45651771712025804702010-08-16T10:28:00.001-05:002010-08-16T14:36:19.371-05:00Let it Unfold...continuedI may not be writing in my blog everyday, but I am doing something every day. I have been sitting with my ideas and stirring things around. Each time I stir, I find a new scenario to sit with and feel what life with that particular scenario might be like. I am asking some tough questions to guide my way. Two of my favorite questions I ask myself when I am trying to make big decisions that Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-55843451524627275012010-08-13T08:03:00.001-05:002010-08-13T08:12:57.294-05:00Let It UnfoldFirst, I have to say how much I love what I do for a living.
Last night I got to sit outside and introduce people to the Perseid's Meteor Showers. Granted it was hot and muggy and the mosquitoes were the worst I have seen them in years. However, when given the opportunity, nobody wanted to leave. My program only went from 9-10pm so it, the mosquito swarm, was tolerable. A couple smart people Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-25564121352424995802010-08-11T21:57:00.009-05:002010-08-11T22:13:30.928-05:00Describe the DreamI am back from my wonderful vacation with friends from the past, now part of my present and future. After taking a little time to catch up at home and work, I am ready to jump back in to my blog and my dream of creating my business of the heart.
After my last post, I realized just how much I am trying to do all at the same time. SO, just as sometimes I need the creativity to flow, sometimesLynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-52083593960633723262010-08-03T21:06:00.000-05:002010-08-03T21:06:32.731-05:00My Mind is SpinningMy 'to do' list is growing and I seem to be trying to focus on too many things at once. Soooo, other than finishing two blog projects I am already in the middle of, I am done with arranging, and rearranging the blog.
Just so I remain accountable to my current blog task, I am trying to learn how to get links to two specific businesses as an affiliate member. I have signed up and been 'Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-4417739185247323692010-08-02T20:25:00.001-05:002010-08-02T22:19:04.871-05:00The Gift of Friends
Anchor Point, Alaska 6/10 by me, Lyn Drathring
Just thought I'd start us out with a picture tonight. I am needing to rise above and see the big picture before I get lost in the minutia.
I got a report from my site counter today and was thrilled to learn that there have been quite a few visits. Honestly, I was feeling a bit lonely at first. I have had a little trouble getting my comments Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-54558769581009323062010-08-01T20:37:00.000-05:002010-08-01T20:37:41.873-05:00Do Something Every DayDo Something Every Day. This is my new mantra for learning how to blog, and other things.
On today's 'to do list' was to add a site counter and to learn how to add pictures. Site counter completed, I moved on to the picture. As you can see from the picture of the beautiful Swallowtail butterflies on the Joe Pye, I was successful. These are both Tiger Swallowtail butterflies. According to my Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-87367891156871836802010-07-29T20:20:00.004-05:002010-07-29T21:44:53.860-05:00Live and LearnOne lesson I have learned in life, over and over, is whenever I begin to take myself too seriously, something happens or the universe sends me a message reminding me to knock it off.The other day when I was thinking about naming my blog(s), future website and/or e-store, I was getting quite stressed. They have to be just right to convey the right meaning or idea, or at least I want them to be. Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6026107272418443140.post-59358665346542463832010-07-28T19:46:00.001-05:002010-08-25T22:37:45.178-05:00Grab a Cup of Coffee and Join MeWelcome to my blog. Grab a cup of coffee or tea and join me.
This is my first blogging adventure and I must admit I am a bit nervous. I stressed thinking about what to call my blog until it occured to me that anything related to coffee would work for me. I have had some wonderful morning moments gently greeting the new day with my full coffee cup in hand. More importantly, there have been deep, Lynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02629611456532608253noreply@blogger.com5