Hello. I’ve been away but still keeping things in mind. I had a pretty serious fall earlier this year, cracking open my head, and exacerbating some spinal issues I have. I’ll be having surgery on my neck next week and it will keep me away from things for a couple more months, at the least….
How Her Legacy Still Blooms
When Karen and I started our business all those years ago, we had no way of knowing how deeply her influence would shape what it became. The kindness, steadiness, and quiet strength she brought into everything we did became the foundation of our company’s culture. Even now, her spirit is woven into every interaction, every…
Still Inspired by Karen
It’s been a while since my last post. I have dozens of drafts that I’m not ready to share, but I still have things to say, so I thought I’d write something tonight. The purpose of this blog has shifted over the years. It isn’t very organized right now, and that makes it difficult for…
Did you save the date?
Buried in my last update I shared the date of our next party in Karen’s honor. Just in case you missed it, it’s Saturday June 21. I’m very fortunate that the people in my life knew Karen and loved her. I speak of her to them and we share memories that continue to inspire us….
It’s Christmas, Again
The holiday isn’t the same for me as it was when Karen was here, but it’s a nice holiday, and one I look forward to. Some people honor the religious aspects of Christmas, others look forward to the holiday because they receive great joy giving and receiving gifts, and some revel in all of those…
Treating Other People Right, and Thinking About Them First
We speak about Karen often at work. Sometimes it’s just friends reflecting upon the past, but it’s also when we speak about who we are as a business, and why we are that way. Mostly, I love using the phrase that Karen wanted to “lift people up,” and never to tear them down. The concept…
What an Awesome Party!
I held my annual party in Karen’s honor last weekend, and I thought it was pretty incredible. Not because of anything I did, but because of the great people who came, and the wonderful conversations we had. It was especially humbling that people who never knew Karen in life came out to the party, because…
It’s Time for a Party
Hi guys! I’ve thrown a party in memory of Karen’s birthday each year since her passing. This year is going to be the best party yet. I’m even having it catered. This birthday party is for the people who knew her, and who have come to know her through others. We celebrate her life, and…
Six Years
Today, it has been six years since Karen passed. This is a sad day for us. For me, it’s a day of reflection on many things. Each and every one of us will die some day. Instead of speaking about sad things, I’d like to share something positive. Some of us leave things behind, whether…
A Mini Update
It’s been a little while since my last update. There has been a lot going on, but I haven’t really wanted to talk about it. I do want to remind you that we’re having a party at my house in Karen’s honor on June 22. The party starts “noonish” and ends when everybody goes home….