Apprentice

Once upon a time there was an apprentice.  She was earnest, but not particularly quick to learn.  Her instructor kindly and patiently repeatedly took her step by step over the process necessary to master the skill.  It had been a slog, yet her instructor always encouraged her.  The instructor knew that the apprentice needed to…

A Pain in the Neck

My neck is killing me.  Ok, so not killing me literally.  Ever had a stiff neck that wouldn’t go away?  Better check your posture.  A couple of months ago my massage therapist recommended that I work on my posture.  Yep, I knew I needed to improve that.  However, it sure isn’t a one-time decision to…