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Quick tips, ideas, and stories that won't take much time to read and might help you consider new ways forward. We will cover leadership and life topics, which will be honest, vulnerable, and, at times, probably controversial. Feedback is welcome. The views expressed are those of the authors, and while we encourage debate, we ask for respect in any comments. If there are topics you'd like covered, we take suggestions too!
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Lisa Pickard
Jun 9, 2023
The path to nowhere
Happy Friday! While not technically to nowhere, my path in this picture went nowhere in particular. Sometimes the best walks lead us to...
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Lisa Pickard
Jun 2, 2023
School’s Out
Happy Friday and Happy June! Yesterday was the last day of school in my town. I was having lunch with a friend, and we watched countless...
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Lisa Pickard
May 26, 2023
Making lemonade
It was a week, but reflecting on a few of the many things that kept life interesting the past 168 hours, so many of the challenges also...
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Lisa Pickard
May 19, 2023
No limits and limitations
Happy Friday! Who knows what tomorrow has planned for us. Instead of considering limitations, be boundless and follow your heart, not...
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Lisa Pickard
May 12, 2023
Paving the way
Happy Friday! This photo came up as my photo of the day yesterday, and it was a fun reminder of a Hawaiian family vacation we took a few...
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Lisa Pickard
May 5, 2023
Hold tight
Every week has its ups and downs, but I'm particularly grateful to write this Friday's post with my family all under the same roof...
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Lisa Pickard
Apr 28, 2023
The little things...
Happy Friday! Today's post is all about appreciating the small stuff, like vacuums and allergy medicine. I value things that enable me to...
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Lisa Pickard
Apr 21, 2023
Ready for it?
Happy Friday! Some weeks it feels like we need the weekend more than others. A great way to de-stress and make the most of your time is...
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Lisa Pickard
Apr 14, 2023
Looking up
Happy Friday! One of the benefits of the rain California received this winter is flowers...everywhere! If you Google California...
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Lisa Pickard
Apr 7, 2023
April First Friday Fun Facts
For today's first Friday fun facts, I'd like to answer some of the questions I get in my DMs. If you have more questions, send them in!...
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Emma Pickard
Mar 31, 2023
Follow the Goats
Guest blogger Emma Pickard writes today's Friday Fun post. In this day and age, many people find themselves blending in with others and...
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Lisa Pickard
Mar 24, 2023
Don't act your age
Happy Friday! I came across this photo from a couple of months ago at brunch in Las Vegas with my daughter. We were laughing and having a...
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Lisa Pickard
Mar 17, 2023
She keeps saying to try new things...
I've posted about adaptability and trying new things recently, so for today's Friday Fun, here are some new things I've tried this week....
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Lisa Pickard
Mar 10, 2023
Finding your happy place
Some things just fit and feel like they are meant to be. When they don't, you can force an alternative and find a way to get by, but you...
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Lisa Pickard
Mar 3, 2023
First Friday Fun Facts
Last month, I started my version of Friday Fun Facts, which was met with positive reviews, so I'll keep it going on the first Friday of...
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Lisa Pickard
Feb 24, 2023
Unexpected
Snow can be an unwelcome visitor in many parts of the country late in February (unless you ski!). If you live in areas where it is rarely...
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Lisa Pickard
Feb 17, 2023
Down time
Happy Friday, and for some, welcome to a long weekend! I hope you all find yourself surrounded by people and in places that give you a...
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Lisa Pickard
Feb 10, 2023
Follow the Cows, Part 2
Sometimes it is good to get in the car and drive for hours. Take in the sights, turn the radio up and sing out loud. I don’t even like to...
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Lisa Pickard
Feb 3, 2023
Foggy Friday Fun Facts
Happy Friday! It's gray and rainy here in Northern CA, and it feels like a good time to share a little about me while I decide how to be...
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Lisa Pickard
Jan 27, 2023
Just Be...
I was driving home after a wonderful lunch with an old friend, and all I could do was smile. The rest of the world and the day-to-day...
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