Tag Archives: Patti Fralix

Do People Not Care Anymore?!

“People just don’t care anymore.” Those words were spoken by the man behind the counter at my new favorite coffee shop. I assume he is the owner, but I am making an assumption. He made this comment when we were … Continue reading

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“Why Not Us?”

The past couple of weeks were filled with basketball excitement. Unless you care nothing about sports, you couldn’t help but be wrapped up in the excitement. Depending on who is your favorite team, you had an exciting run. My (men’s) … Continue reading

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The Passing of Time and Loved Ones

Prepare for this to be sad. I just had to share it. My heart is so full. Two friends passed away within the last week. The services for them will be held this weekend. I want to tell you about … Continue reading

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Traditions and Memories

Many of my readers know that traditions and memories are special in our family, and especially so to me. Easter is one of those. Easter was the holiday Mike was in charge of, until recent years.  Mike was the one … Continue reading

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What Is Your SAUCE?

Some of you who have followed my writings may be familiar with my Personality quiz, It’s in the SAUCE!  I developed this tool almost thirty years ago while working with a national company hired to do management development with their … Continue reading

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A New Season

With the recent advent of Daylight Savings Time, it seems that Spring has already sprung. Daylight savings Time arrived in all U.S. states except Arizona and Hawaii on Sunday, March 10th.  Although all of us do not appreciate that it … Continue reading

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Saving Time

Once again, I find myself searching for things, such as car keys, lipstick, and various other things. I have long since known why I can’t find such simple things. I do not put them in the same place.  Also, I … Continue reading

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Getting Ahead of Procrastination

Most of us struggle with it, at least sometimes. The “it” is procrastination. Procrastination takes many forms. At its core is the putting off until tomorrow, or forever, what we do not want to do but need to do. If … Continue reading

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How Is 2024 Going For You So Far?

Let me confess first. It isn’t going great for me. I have gained a few pounds, I have not been walking, and have yet to get completely serious about reducing debt. But I am back on a plan. I have … Continue reading

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When Love Isn’t Enough

Valentine’s Day just passed, and I hope you had a loving one. Whether your day was filled with flowers, chocolates, dinner out or in, hopefully, you were able to celebrate with someone you love. On this one day set aside … Continue reading

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