When most people think about organization, they think of the kind that requires tossing old gnarly-looking underwear or scraping dust bunnies and cat hair out from under the couch. And that kind of organization is important (even if you think those tighty whities still have plenty of wear in them). Getting organized actually creates more …
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The Comfort Zone
“The walls of your comfort zone are lovingly decorated with your lifelong collection of favorite excuses.” -Jen Sincero, from You Are A Badass At Making Money Ahh, my comfort zone. It’s comfortable to lounge on the couch or bed with my cat at my side and my beverage of choice at hand and read. …
Seeking The Bear
I’m reasonably sure that everyone who comes to Alaska would like to see a bear. I love watching them. Bears are amazing, majestic, and fascinating creatures. I’m grateful that I have seen them as often as I have, and even more grateful that I will see them many more times in the future. The problem …
Looking Back
Four years ago today I met one of the best friends I’ve ever had. I was in the middle of a journey, and the stranger I met would change the path of my life. Four years ago, I was in the Alaska Marine Highway terminal in Bellingham, Washington, about to board one of the state …
Fear of Change
Like 97% of the rest of humanity, I am afraid of change. By the way, I fabricated the 97% figure – I bet the actual percentage of human beings who are afraid of change is higher. The funny thing about a fear of change is that it doesn’t matter if the change is something wanted …
Blogging My Way
Naming my website Salmon Apple Pie should tell everyone that this entire project is supposed to be fun. I don’t know a blogger who wouldn’t want to make some money from blogging, but I don’t see the point of doing a whole bunch of stuff that I detest just for the sake of monetizing my …
When People Don’t Understand
Not long ago I wrote a blog post about something that both made me sad and forced me to think about my personal values (read it here: The Person I Don’t Want To Be). I posted a link to this in one of the writers groups that I belong to because I am interested in …
What Do I Mean When I Say “Create”?
I’m always urging someone to create something. Most people think I mean they should write, and in a few cases, that’s true. I know people who give great advice, and, in my opinion, should definitely be blogging and helping others. I also know people who love to take photos but don’t take very many because …
The Person I Don’t Want To Be
I’ve spent a lot of time in the past few months thinking about the person I really want to be. Part of that process has been thinking about the person I don’t want to be. Trust me when I say answering the second question is a lot easier than the first. I live in …
My Why
I’ve been asking a few people to take a look at my website, mostly my family, friends, and random coworkers (and I appreciate that you took the time to do so!). Because you looked, I’ve been asked why I started this website. There are a few reasons. First, I want accountability. This is a self-imposed …