growing up

Leaving a Legacy

Random Observation/Comment #600: Daddy-daughter songs are sometimes creepy, but I totally get it. Being a parent really changes everything. My daily routine is completely different. My priorities have definitely shifted. Plus, my life philosophies and musings tend to be less about checking off a list and more about building a foundation. I sing these words every night: Someday we’ll all...

Advice for Intern graduates

Advice for Intern graduates

Random Observation/Comment #283: If it were up to me, I’d hire them all. My career has been an ever-evolving creature with new roles and responsibilities around every corner.  Starting as an intern, I have a bit of empathy for their shift from the university environment to the working world.  It’s definitely a bit of a jump and all of my...

Guiding My Career Choices: From Soldier to Worker

Guiding My Career Choices: From Soldier to Worker

Random Observation/Comment #242: The month-long gap of writing was a test to see how much I could get done when I didn’t write.  The answer, surprisingly, is that I didn’t do anything – well, that’s not true, but I didn’t get as much as I wanted done.  I didn’t know this before, but writing in a blog about what I’m...