. Delayed Response Disorder
I suffer from DRD. Yes, I know that there are many different significant and challenging disorders out there which are serious and require medical attention, counseling, and much training to deal with and overcome. But my disorder just comes with... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 12th, 2010 | 0 comments
. When You’re Short on RAM
I’m a forgetter. Yes, I forget to put new checks in the checkbook. I put bread in the oven and walk away and forget that it’s there. I have even boiled eggs until the water is all gone, the bottom of the pan is burnt, and the eggs are all ... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 8th, 2010 | 0 comments
. The Day After Company
I have had company for a few days. Some of it has been here for a week, some just came last a few days ago. Most of it was here yesterday to celebrate a new season in my son’s life. But this morning there is the aftermath. I have a ... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 8th, 2010 | 0 comments
. Dealing with Double Discouragement
I have a good friend that is morning sick. Yes, she is newly pregnant, the second time, actually, and she isn’t sure she wants to go through with this process again. She has what I call double discouragement. It goes this way… If you have... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 8th, 2010 | 0 comments
. Give Me Some Space!
Once in a while, sometimes several times in a single year, we get caught up in some massive project, some major trauma, or even just find that several smaller challenges come all at once into our lives. When they are done, the company is gone, the... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 8th, 2010 | 0 comments
. Stressed? Withdraw, Regroup, Re-Emerge
I’ve had an interesting week. In fact, it has been one of those weeks which held it’s normal share of disturbances, challenges, and unknowns. But for me, this week was extra heavy in the stress department, probably not so much because of ... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 8th, 2010 | 0 comments
. When You Miss Something Important, AGAIN!
Recently it was Education Week at Brigham Young University in Provo, Utah and I had the privilege of speaking at different home organization sessions. However, because of those preparations and my involvement in getting my printed materials ready, I... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 7th, 2010 | 0 comments
. From Simultaneous to Sequential
It is getting easier and I am getting used to the feelings in my heart, but even as I do, I am learning that when you are in a stressful situation or an unusual place where things are not making much sense, it is best to order yourself in such a way as... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 7th, 2010 | 0 comments
. When Change Comes Charging Through
Recently, I counseled a mourning soul because dramatic changes have come into her life. In this situation, a close relative passed away unexpectedly. But, the change could have been as simple as a choice to return to school after many years, an adult... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 7th, 2010 | 0 comments
. The Day After a Major Event
Let’s talk about organizing for “the day after”. The other day I had a major event in my life with company in our home, pleasantries passed all around, a little bit of gift giving, and the sharing of delicious refreshments. The next morning... read more
Posted by Marie Ricks on Apr 7th, 2010 | 0 comments
