Tag: patience

  • Will You Ever Learn?

    Will You Ever Learn?

    My daughter is crying that her piano lessons make no sense. It’s been all of about a week, and she’s ready to give up.

    Sharps, flats, finger positions, counting the beats. It’s difficult.

    Instead she wants to learn violin.

    “How will that be any easier?” I ask.

    But she’s too frustrated to have a rational conversation, and has no experience with violin to give an answer.

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  • Embrace your Problems, for They are You.

    Wednesday 9:17pm

    Saint Paul

    You are already successful.

    You are already happy.

    You are already rich.

    Whaaaa?

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  • Betting on the Boardwalk
    Six Trump Tactics for Deal Making

    In 1975, Trump hears of a casino worker strike at two Hilton hotels. When he learns that those two casino locations account for 40% of Hilton’s global profits, Trump decides to get in the casino business. (more…)