I've started this post several times but it seems to always fall flat. So here's hoping this one goes all the way to the "post" tab.

The extent to which the perception you create by controlling how others view you (through public relations and marketing) matches up to the reality of who you are. The goal is an index of 1...how do you measure up?

…not at DMV/BMV, not at the doctor's office, and certainly not at your place of employment. You are valuable. You deserve to be seen for the person of value you are. Period. No exceptions.

Working in the field of community development is challenging. Most days I take that challenge on and enjoy it. Today I'm overwhelmed with stories of turmoil both domestically and abroad.

I stepped into a land mine. It was unintentional. Unanticipated. Unexpected. The best of intentions can lead to unintended consequences.

It is not to be entered into lightly. We should count the cost. We should start the journey with eyes wide open.

I hate it. It's the oppressive fear of the unknown. It's a tension and ick that can derail a day, a project or a relationship. It creates anxiety…

'Part perfectionist' seems an oxymoron, right?

It is irritating and annoying and weird-feeling.

She yells "focus" every time a batter comes up to the plate. We swap smiles every time we hear her -- smiles at the genuineness of her love for the game

Change fatigue isn't limited to the personal or work environment, I see it evident in the way society and culture are changing so rapidly.

I love the strategy of the game. I love a sport where you can strive both for personal best and collective best.

Sometimes...perhaps more often than not, we tend to overcomplicate things.

I think the 'debrief' is a really great tool that is often underutilized. What is debriefing?

…you remember the nursery rhyme, right? Jack is nimble; he is agile. He is flexible and willing to shift gears at a moment's notice. Sound like something needed in community work? You bet.

I'm an early riser. I don't necessarily want to be, but it's my natural inclination. Part of my processing about social events and gatherings has to consider the level of energy I'm likely to have after 9pm.

Some nonprofits are incredibly impactful, unsung heroes. Some perform their calling and deliver their mission in extraordinary ways. Nonprofits are on the battle lines, feeding people, clothing them and sheltering them.

Untruths, deceptions, and lies are tricky. Sometimes they masquerade as half-truths or partial truths. I don't know many people who would label themselves as liars but …

It is hard to leave jobs, committees, churches, social clubs, or boards and move on to your next. Equal to the excitement of the 'new' can be a sense of loss and sadness.

Most of us juggle many different hats -- some are personal roles we have like mom, dad, grandparent, daughter, son. Other hats are our commitments at work, church, civic club, sports team, and the like.