I heard a coach discussing a promising young player who was excited about playing and being a star. Unfortunately, the player did not fully comprehend what was involved in being a star. Somehow, he did not understand that there was much more to being a star that making big plays. He didn't comprehend that it … Continue reading But I Want To Be a Star …
Would I Survive No Internet for a Whole Month?
Hmm… a month without the internet… could I make? That would be a tough one. It would probably be hard, especially if all forms of internet usage including email, Skpe and instant messaging were included in the ban. Work usage of email and selected sites would have to be excluded. Email is one of the … Continue reading Would I Survive No Internet for a Whole Month?
3 Years
This month makes 3 years for this version the Dee Zone. In honor of that mark I thought I would report some of the highlights this month. Most popular post of all time. Heroes: What Makes a Hero 8 July 2009 The theme for National Blog Posting Month is heroes. Posting on the theme is … Continue reading 3 Years
Top 10: Random Tips for Life
#10: Never wash reds and whites together in hot water, unless of course you like wearing tiny pink clothes. #9: Never mess with a nerd, he/she might be your boss one day. #8: You can catch more flies with honey than vinegar. #7: Even a peanut butter and jelly sandwich can become a gourmet meal … Continue reading Top 10: Random Tips for Life
That Room
We moved into a new house at the first of May. I quickly had most of the house unpacked except one room. The room is supposed to be a guest room/office but became the dumping place for all boxes. I felt defeated every time I walked in the room and saw the mess. I wasn't … Continue reading That Room
Fresh Start
We have just moved to a new house. I dread moving. It is a difficult and at times an insurmountable task. It involves a lot of tedious and very boring work. I always reach a point where I’m just ready to toss it all because what is packed must eventually be unpacked. There is an … Continue reading Fresh Start
Rough Week
This week has been one of those weeks that made me want to either hit the reset button or go hide until it is over. It has been a combination of many little things bombarding us at once. I'm sure being extremely tired from devoting most of the past 2 months to the moving process … Continue reading Rough Week
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