I really need to get my broken camera issue resolved. Saw this couple hugging right in the middle of Financial District today and wished I had a camera to capture their infatuation for one another. What was even more cute was the way the woman was slightly embarrassed.
They are definitely in that beginning lovey-dovey stage. It got me to think, hey, I have had more of those moments than anyone I know, since I tend to end things when it starts to go downhill but before they crash and burn. Yet I can always jump right back into dating w/o the baggage or the fear.
In that instant, I was glad for my life. Rather than focusing on all the issues of a marriage or a serious relationship, which I did in the past, I can just enjoy those sweet moments. Why be conventional and settle down before I am good and ready? If it's meant to be, that next guy is going to be the one!
Thursday, May 24, 2007
the best manager...
...is not always the nicest. That person is the most respected. Sometimes a manager has to make difficult choices for the good of the team.
After hearing that advice at a b-school forum two nights ago, I put theory to practice.
I urged my General Manager not to be nice but to be fair in a matter. He is so nice that he always end up doing more work or put the company at risk.
I like to think that I am a nice person, but I also want to do the right thing.
Sometimes being right requires disappointing people who were expecting too much. Hey, that's what dating is all about.
:D
After hearing that advice at a b-school forum two nights ago, I put theory to practice.
I urged my General Manager not to be nice but to be fair in a matter. He is so nice that he always end up doing more work or put the company at risk.
I like to think that I am a nice person, but I also want to do the right thing.
Sometimes being right requires disappointing people who were expecting too much. Hey, that's what dating is all about.
:D
Monday, May 21, 2007
from my match profile - active again
Welcome! You are now entering the sphere where good things happen.
This is a place where laughter is the universal language, and everyone knows just what to do upon arrival. Life is easy here because this is where preparation meets opportunity.
Success happens much more than failure because each person is confident in following intuition. Everyone constantly learns in order to make wiser choices.
The goal is that perfect balance of work, play and relationships. All three requires diligence, faith and creativity. Other key values include friendship, fun and upmost respect for one another.
What you will not find here: unrealistic expectations and fear. Expectations oppose the values of acceptance and understanding. Fear negates communications. Rather than wanting what is not there and being afraid of what is true, simply enjoy the moment and the answers will reveal themselves.
Good luck. May you find what you seek.
This is a place where laughter is the universal language, and everyone knows just what to do upon arrival. Life is easy here because this is where preparation meets opportunity.
Success happens much more than failure because each person is confident in following intuition. Everyone constantly learns in order to make wiser choices.
The goal is that perfect balance of work, play and relationships. All three requires diligence, faith and creativity. Other key values include friendship, fun and upmost respect for one another.
What you will not find here: unrealistic expectations and fear. Expectations oppose the values of acceptance and understanding. Fear negates communications. Rather than wanting what is not there and being afraid of what is true, simply enjoy the moment and the answers will reveal themselves.
Good luck. May you find what you seek.
silicon valley syndrom
Carpooled with friends down to the hike Sunday, and on the way back, we talked about how the Valley's culture is different.
It's driven, and that's a turn-off.
Maybe it's the fact that the young people are relatively isolated from families and people in other age groups. The way people get to know one another is to show off their latest gadgets and to list their professional and financial accomplishments.
Even the restaurant owner had a conversation with us about someone's new Blackjack.
Where are the people into intrinsic things like culture and acceptance?
It's driven, and that's a turn-off.
Maybe it's the fact that the young people are relatively isolated from families and people in other age groups. The way people get to know one another is to show off their latest gadgets and to list their professional and financial accomplishments.
Even the restaurant owner had a conversation with us about someone's new Blackjack.
Where are the people into intrinsic things like culture and acceptance?
the day that restored me
After 5 hours of hiking through the "moderate" Pinnacles trail, I was exhausted but also completely clear about life again. Answered many of my own questions too.
Definitely need to hike more before the Peru trip.
Sunday, May 20, 2007
new journey
Between the breakup and the potential job offer, I didn't get sick but was feeling down. I know everything is meant to be, but I need the signs to convince me.
And then they appeared.
First, found buyers for my car. It's not all finalized, but it's as good as done. By pricing the car fair, it was an easy sell. Yet another female driver who is going to baby the car.
Second, discovered the perfect pair of nightstand lamps at a consignment shop. Been looking for over a year. For those who know me, that's perfection - recycle, save money, and not compromise on style.
Then, met someone who made me understood the breakup. No, it's not another guy.
In fact, it was a sweet woman. She reminded me of what being feminine is all about, and what's been missing in me lately - humility.
Being in her presence lifted me so much that I know I have a while to go before settling down.
Back to perfecting the practice of being a lady.
And then they appeared.
First, found buyers for my car. It's not all finalized, but it's as good as done. By pricing the car fair, it was an easy sell. Yet another female driver who is going to baby the car.
Second, discovered the perfect pair of nightstand lamps at a consignment shop. Been looking for over a year. For those who know me, that's perfection - recycle, save money, and not compromise on style.
Then, met someone who made me understood the breakup. No, it's not another guy.
In fact, it was a sweet woman. She reminded me of what being feminine is all about, and what's been missing in me lately - humility.
Being in her presence lifted me so much that I know I have a while to go before settling down.
Back to perfecting the practice of being a lady.
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