1) It will take time for parents to truly see the "adult" you
I just had an awkward but honest conversation with my mom. We are not the type of family that talks about thoughts and feelings, so those two minutes of talking felt like having constipation -- its gruelling, but I'm glad for the release. She doesn't approve of some of my life choices, but she already knows that I'm not seeking her approval.
2) when it niggles, pay attention
I had a niggling feeling that i was forgetting doing something last week. I got sucked in the vortex called "everyday urgent tasks" and promptly forgot about the niggling feeling. Turns out I forgot to email our foreign resource person that our event is re-scheduled (for the Nth time). Now she has a flight going here, and the event aint happening. damn. pay attention.
3) recognize the silver
I appreciate the random kindness of my officemate. i didn't ask for it, but i got an assist that i needed. =)
