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The Gift of Being Present

How often have you taken a picture of a breath-taking scene, only to find that the photograph just didn’t do it justice? I remember taking pictures of the Grand Canyon and being so disappointed after I got them developed (pre-digital cameras). How is it possible that something so spectacular in person can look so lackluster…

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Don’t Wait Until Your Computer Crashes.

Those of you who subscribe to my monthly ezine will recognize this tip from last month’s issue: Out with the old, in with the new: Is your out-dated office equipment slowing you down? Maybe it’s time to upgrade or replace it. Or, have you replaced your equipment but kept the old laptop or printer ‘just…

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Productivity or People: Which Would You Choose?

Vacations can be exhausting – with tying up loose ends and packing before you go, dealing with airport delays, and then catching up on work that has piled up once you get back. But they do wonders for us and are well worth the trouble. I just got back from vacation recently. Many of you…

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Company is Coming – 7 Steps to Making Your Home Guest-Friendly

‘Tis the season for house guests and the pressure to make your home guest-friendly. Whether you are hosting overnight guests or holding a party, if your home is cluttered, it can be a stressful situation. Prepare ahead of time to relieve stress and enjoy your time with your friends and family. Here are some tips…

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May Your Holidays Be Imperfect!

I was thumbing through a magazine the other day while waiting for my dentist appointment. It was the ‘holiday issue’ of a popular décor magazine (which shall remain nameless). Within the first few minutes of picking it up, I must have come across the word ‘perfect’ at least a dozen times: Buy the perfect gift…

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