Category Archives: Possibly Helpful Advice

If everything matters, does anything get accomplished?

Posted on May 4, 2009 by David St Lawrence

In a life where every issue is ratcheted up to the sticking point, how does anything get accomplished?  Perhaps it is a matter of choosing your priorities and sticking to them. If you are truly concerned about these issues, can … Continue reading →

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Poor Billy’s Sushi – hospitality and good food in Blacksburg

Posted on February 18, 2009 by David St Lawrence

I love good food, especially when it is served up in comfortable and hospitable surroundings. Every so often I make the run to Mish Mish in Blacksburg, VA, for art supplies. Today I took the time to have lunch at … Continue reading →

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Handling unfortunate situations

Posted on February 16, 2009 by David St Lawrence

There is no bad situation that cannot be made worse by whining about it and blaming others. On the other hand, there is no situation that cannot be improved by learning more about what is causing it and actually doing … Continue reading →

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An unexpected fork in the road

Posted on January 19, 2009 by David St Lawrence

A fork in the road is a metaphor for a deciding moment or a turning point in life or history when a major choice of options is required. My recent heart attack makes it advisable for me to make some … Continue reading →

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