Since our last newsletter, I’ve been ruminating on phrases that cause me to “twitch” (even if heard in my own voice). The result is a 3 group taxonomy of “twitch” phrases. Right, not really a taxonomy, maybe a literary (HAHA) tool? Anyway: Category 1: Somewhat Suspect Phrases: e.g., “All perspectives…
Reflect (for only a moment, I promise) on your talents (related or unrelated to academic achievements). Excluding those bestowed by members of your family tree, what’s the most meaningful/inspiring adjective ever applied to you? Come’on go with me on this… “intuitive”, “inspiring”, “driven”, “intellectual risk-taker”, “refreshing”, “engaging”, “opportunistic”, “bright”, “promising”,…
Things happen—For some people, a disproportionate number of things happen. I am those people. I was swing dancing at a national meeting, missed the catch, fell and slid across the length of the floor on my backside. While attending a hot air balloon show, underwear inched out of the leg…
