We had had enough. More than enough.
We were driving back from OK Omens, one of our favorite restaurants in Portland, after an amazing dinner outdoors. Since the pandemic, we don’t eat out much, and when we do, the dinner turns into a full-blown feast.
There’s a word that I decided to drop from my vocabulary.
It’s the word should. It comes from the word shall, which in Old English means “to be under an obligation” or “to owe.” Should often represents something I’ve obligated myself to do—without even realizing it.
From time to time, instead of my usual email with one big idea you can read in 3 minutes or less, I share with you the best of what I’m reading, watching, and exploring. Enjoy!
Books
In fourth grade, I received one of the worst pieces of advice I’ve ever heard.
It’s recess and we’re playing soccer. I’m on defense, trying to clear the ball, and it’s just not working. Opposing players are running right past me. With each goal scored against my team, my budding dreams of becoming a star defender are quickly fizzling.
