Judy Lindquist

I am an introvert. Yes, I love people, love social gatherings, and we entertain frequently. But being an introvert means that in order to recharge my energy, I seek out solitude and quiet; unlike extroverts, who recharge their energy reserves by being surrounded by people and activity.  I am also a lone-wolf sort. I would rather work alone than with a group. I was that kid in school who hated group projects.  I preferred do it all myself, so I could be in control of every asp

The pen is mightier than the sword.   I would hypothesize that it is mightier than the keyboard as well! With the surge in our reliance on technology for everything from our jobs to our connections to others, keyboards have made our time actually holding a pen or pencil almost non-existent.  And while there are definite benefits to these types of tools and technologies, there is a growing body of research that supports the importance of hand writing.          Picking up that

It is that time of year! Everyone is heading toward the New Year with renewed energy and optimism. It does seem to be the perfect time to reassess and set some new goals, decide on how we are going to reach those goals, and “make resolutions”.  The problem is that some of us get those terms and concepts mixed up, and that impacts our ability to actually accomplish anything. A goal is the end product.  Exactly what we want to accomplish.  A goal must also be measurable and h

This week I dropped off a bag of gifts for a child I do not know and will never meet. Through the Angel Tree Project, families who are experiencing economic difficulty, can seek assistance in getting Christmas Gifts for their children.          Shopping for someone you do not know and will never meet certainly has its challenges. Even when you want to fulfill their wishes, it can be difficult.  Her list said she wanted a doll.  A baby doll?  A Barbie doll?  A princess or a su