Originally posted June 14, 2013 I am a pretty organized guy for the most part. I file everything away in its place so I can easily locate them. I even keep my keys organized. I don’t have any other keys with the keys for the cars for security purposes, as sometimes I valet park and…
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Don’t Ask Me What I Do, Ask Me What I Like To Do
When people meet me for the first time, and they ask what I do for a living, they are always impressed by the fact that I am a chef, then fascinated by the type of chef I am and what my exact line of work is. Then almost inevitably they will ask what is my…
Think Before Playing The Hero
I stood in the aisle at the grocery, alone, looking at the different ice cream selections, trying to find the one with the least sugar, when out of the corner of my eye I noticed a small figure at the top of the aisle. I looked up and there was a young girl, about five,…
Being Able To See Past Old Mistakes – Appreciating And Respecting Everyone
As a species, we are all very judgmental and anyone who says they are not are just lying to you and themselves. In reality, when you think about it, being judgemental is what keeps us alive. When I meet someone for the first time, I get an instant impression of their personality, and I base…
Hey Morning People, Have Some Consideration!
I am not a morning person until I have to be. I work late hours and usually, I dont wake up until 8:30 in the morning, and if I need to get to work early or am traveling for work, I don't get up until 7:00. I don't usually go to bed before 2:00 am…
The Visit
I heard a car which I did not recognize coming up my drive, and turning to look, I quickly scanned my memory for any forgotten appointments. None came to mind as a man, who I instantly recognized as my neighbor from down the street exited his car. “Hi there Basil” he said cheerfully as he…
Here Is A Great Reason I Keep My Neighbors At Bay
I recently wrote a post (see Mortality Check) about a neighbor of mine who I did not know, or really take the time know, that died. In it I mentioned that I tend to keep my neighbors just on a “Hi” relationship. I don't want to get to know them or they me. It may…
Life As An Anomaly 