Category Archives: Relationships

Time Waits For No One

Posted on July 14, 2015 by Patti Fralix

When I think of the fact that it is already the middle of July, I am amazed. 2015 is more than half over. (No, I am NOT going to tell you how many days it is until Christmas!) My focus … Continue reading →

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When Freedom Rings

Posted on June 30, 2015 by Patti Fralix

With the birth of our nation’s independence being celebrated this week, the subject of freedom comes to mind. Other things come to mind as well, some troubling. We are living in a very complex world, with many competing beliefs which … Continue reading →

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Don’t (Just) Do What You Are Told; Think for the Customer!

Posted on June 16, 2015 by Patti Fralix

My husband and I are in the process of renovating our beach condos. We have two on the same landing; one we rent, and one we use for us personally, and also share with our family and friends. These condos … Continue reading →

A Friend’s Perspective on Beauty and Friendship

Posted on June 11, 2015 by Patti Fralix

I am most fortunate to belong to a group of women friends who have been in a Lunch Bunch together for more than ten years. We take turns treating our group to lunch once a month. (Most of us are … Continue reading →

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Can We/Will We Change?

Posted on May 19, 2015 by Patti Fralix

Can we elevate our standards in speaking, writing and behavior? I believe it is time to do so. Enough already. Do we really need to talk and write in disrespectful language? Are we able to use proper, positive and respectful … Continue reading →

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We Are Never Off Duty

Posted on May 12, 2015 by Patti Fralix

Do people buy your product, or do they buy You? This question occurred to me while I was at an international Textile show last week in Frankfurt, Germany. It was a very high tech show, with many different companies showcasing … Continue reading →

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Responding, Not Reacting

Posted on April 28, 2015 by Patti Fralix

Being defensive is one of the most ineffective behaviors we can exhibit. Unfortunately this behavior is all too common. It is much more effective to respond, not react, even when what we are hearing or feeling could trigger defensiveness in … Continue reading →

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I See Them Everywhere

Posted on April 14, 2015 by Patti Fralix

I see them at the trampoline as I look out the windows, doing the dishes from breakfast. I see them in the bathroom, Virginia putting makeup on as I did, and in the perfume atomizer she took apart. I see … Continue reading →

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Just Be Nice!

Posted on March 24, 2015 by Patti Fralix

What have you done recently to make someone feel better about themselves? Maya Angelou said it best; “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” My … Continue reading →

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