Author: mshumway

Some days I am overwhelmed. Stress. Changes. Purchases. Lack of sleep. Work. And then my wife calls me over. I place my head on her belly. And feel our baby kick. And all of that negativity fades away. And I remember my why. My family. It is so hard to keep things in perspective...

No advise or wisdom to share. Maybe I’ll be more inspired tomorrow. G’night....

It feels so good to lay down at the end of the day. I let out a long groan as I fall onto the bed. Even the dog looks at me funny and she’s the queen of moans and groans. I don’t remember being this tired or stiff or slow to move around. But...

What message are you sending as a leader? I matter more than you? Or we both matter equally? Running long on a meeting and making others wait. Making sure you are recognized first. Expecting others not to challenge you. Being unaware of those who follow you and what they are working on. These messages...

It’s hard not to rush. From the moment I wake up until the moment I go to sleep the responsibilities are nonstop. Sometimes (ok, frequently) that makes me rush through things. Like walking the dog. Or dinner. I rush rush rush just to get the chance to slow down. And then I’m left wondering...

Put up a banner. Make a cake. Get some favorite treats. And a card. Don’t just wait for their birthday to shower the ones you love the most with your attention. Do it every day. In small ways. In big ways. In creative ways. And say it frequently. And let them know how special...

When you’re in the thick of a tough time in your life it can be hard to stay hopeful. One thing after another seems to keep happening to prove that you’re not doing your best. Things keep piling up and it makes you feel like it will never get better. But it can. Everyone...