Stories - FD Thornton

I got some news from a family member about something exciting is going on in their business and personal life. I had known about a niche' market they worked in their business for some time. But recently news took their specialty and is bringing it to national attention. For me personally I was happy for them. I know first hand they have worked hard to get where they are and couldn't be happier. I guess the thing that concerns me is, with this being made known nationally, how will it affect their business positive or negative.  My hope is that all this was thought out and that the powers to be show that rules are followed and that this is a business transaction  like any other.  I guess the boarder picture for me is, how much of a support system is needed to help you pursue your dreams? Most everyone has a dream, but to pursue it most of us need a support system to encourage and push us along. That said, what if your dream doesn't a line with what others...

I've noticed on social networks some friends are playing a game where you list a set number of things about yourself your friends may not know. Although, I kinda' feel that's putting out too much information, I figured why not? First, in my situation, who cares. And second, I'm pretty much an open book, there not much to tell. Third, my mind has been pretty blank lately trying to come up with story ideas so here's something to get the juices flowing again. 1. I cry at emotional stories, TV shows, movies, and music I really love. 2. I always wanting to run but I can't due to breathing issues through my life. 3. My musical taste are all over the place. If it catches my ear I listen.      4. Fashion shows and soap operas are my guilty pleasure.  5. I'm fat, yet I love fresh vegetables over meat?  6. I usually read 4 to 6 books at the same time. Because, I get bored.  7. I have two college degrees and I'm working on a grad...

A relative of mine was telling how they were stressing out at work and were worried about taking that stress home with them. That note reminded me of how much stress we all bring home from work or school. And how, if we're not careful, can allow that stress to tear apart the one place that should be our sanctuary, our home.  After being in the workforce for 30 years, I can safely say stress from work has increased a number times over since I started working full time. And if your one of the fortunate few that work and go to school, Lord help you. Over the past several years, I've been lucky to learn stress coping techniques from some of my employers, especially when I briefly worked in corrections. One of the main things I remember was to realize after a bad day the need to decompress. That your loved ones at home are not the cause of the work related problem, nor are they your punching bag. Other than drinking yourself silly at the nearest "happy hour" ( w...

One of my favorite subjects is discussing how situations can over take us. It's a timely subject because most of us seem to be getting piled on more and more at work, by family, and by life in general. Well this past week would qualify as being overwhelming for me. I got slammed by work, then there are problems at home (mostly with things backing up), and then of course there was school. No matter what direction I turned, there was a problem to solve.  So while we are all in the same overwhelming boat, I have discovered a life preserver or two you may want to use. For one stop. Allow yourself some time to breathe deeply and assess the situation. Because the life you save maybe your own. Before jumping in with both feet, create a plan. Too many times I find myself jumping in and by the time I get the fire put out, I've wasted some serious resources and man-hours. Lastly, go in with both eyes open, taking in the whole situation leaving nothing to chance. This happened to ...