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She is everywhere. For most of our years together, we joked about her seeming ability to transcend time and space. All-seeing, all-knowing, ever-present, and always watching…. The laughter did us good and served up some of our most unguarded moments. The laughs did what dogma couldn’t. It brought humanity to the Venn diagrams of our […]

We just celebrated the Christening of our eighth grandchild, Porter James Cross. As part of this family tradition, we also hosted a brunch in our home for family and friends. What a joyous time to be together, to connect, and to celebrate the blessing of life itself.  I must say, Porter was incredible during this […]

Hi. I’m Connie. As a serial “Grandmapreneur®”, I speak to retirees or soon-to-be retirees on the benefits of pursuing entrepreneurship in retirement. This blog post will help you know more about aging gracefully, which you will need as you consider starting a business. Aging Gracefully for Seniors In the world of beauty and style, age […]

https://unsplash.com/photos/fMntI8HAAB8 If you want to get anywhere in the business world, you have to make sure that your ability to please customers is adequate enough. There are so many aspects of business that you must brush up on, but customer support and service is a huge one. You have to show a lot of discipline […]

The workplace in the 21st century is made up of people from different age groups and generations. Differences in values, communication styles, and work ethics can create a divide that leads to misunderstandings, tension, and conflict. As an owner, entrepreneur, or executive, bridging the generational gap at work is a crucial skill to possess. It […]

Young Creative Male and Female are Organizing a Mood Board on a Wall of Their Cool Office Loft. Pictures Represent Future Motion Video. Colleagues are Working and Discussing the Project. Sunny Day. ” data-medium-file=”https://i0.wp.com/dougthorpe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Get-the-Best-Out-of-People.jpg?fit=650%2C366&ssl=1″ data-large-file=”https://i0.wp.com/dougthorpe.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Get-the-Best-Out-of-People.jpg?fit=800%2C450&ssl=1″ /> Leadership is often associated with being in charge, making decisions, and setting direction for a team or organization. However, […]

In today’s fast-paced and competitive work environment, it’s common to encounter workplace toxicity. Toxic workplace culture can manifest in many different ways, such as microaggressions, bullying, harassment, and discrimination. These types of behaviors can not only affect an individual’s mental health and well-being but can also hinder productivity, collaboration, and overall happiness at work. Recognizing […]

As a way to help those who get overwhelmed with big secondhand stores, I came up with the idea of sharing my top 5 items for what to buy at thrift stores. This doesn’t mean you will find these treasures every time you shop secondhand, but they are the items I will definitely scout out. […]

“Why did the middle-aged man switch to reading glasses? Because he wanted to see his future more clearly.” “Why did the old man start knitting? He wanted to unravel the mysteries of aging.” “What do you call an old man who’s lost his sense of direction? A senior moment navigator.” “Why did the middle-aged man […]