When I was in college, one of my classmates shared the fact that he suffered from Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.).  For years, as autumn turned to winter his moods would swing, his energy would sap and he'd have low-grade depression. Some people talk about the "winter blues", a seasonal funk that kidnaps motivation or displaces energy.  For sure, dark late-afternoons that limit time outside can deprive you of outdo...

While Alice is in charge of doing most of the research of quotes and posting for "Daily Dose", every now and then I come upon a maxim that speaks volumes by itself and yet invites application for today. For instance, recently I came upon this quote from Henry David Thoreau: "What you get by achieving your goals is not as important as what you become by achieving your goals."  It makes me think of how often people ma...

We are now one month into this new year.   With the promise of COVID-19 vaccination (we know a few people who have received their first ""jab"") and increased production and shipment, hope is in the air. There's a house for sale in our neighborhood.  Out front is the usual sign with the realtor's name, number and agency. But underneath the sign is an alluring message inviting people to take a look around, bo...