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Things I can’t change

Things I can’t change come in the form of objects, sounds, people, places, and memories. There are others too. I figure I’ve only seen a fraction of the things I can’t change. I bet there are a lot more to see. A lot of them are fun, exciting things. Probably a ton of them are.

One memory in particular

My memories of my mom are obviously few, since she died when I was just 6 years old. Many of them are things that we all take for granted: her picking me up from school, organizing and flawlessly (in my mind) executing birthday parties and swimming lessons. Those memories are precious and permanently etched on…continued →

The secret of my success

I don’t know about you, but I’m usually deep in thought, unaware of my surroundings as I change into my workout clothes for a trip to the gym. I’m either reflecting on the day that just ended or thinking about what lies ahead for the next day. It turns out not paying attention to my wardrobe choices can lead to some interesting moments in the locker room.

One less habit

Some time in late September of last year, I stopped biting my fingernails. I don’t know the day, hour and minute at which I ceased a lifelong habit, but I can tell you I’m quite pleased with myself anyway. I’ve been hesitant to mention it here, in large part because of the significance. I bit my fingernails for my entire life.

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