by Bruce McIntyre | Apr 29, 2024 | Serendipity
‘Tis the SeasonI love “people watching” at the Oklahoma City Arts Festival. Yes, I go for the art, the food, the music, but “people watching” may be the best part. Over a decade ago, my daughter sang with her honor choir at the Arts Festival. So, I met the bus...
by Bruce McIntyre | Dec 23, 2023 | Serendipity
Tis the Season December brings a mix of emotion. You witness the unbridled joy of children opening presents and gawking at the festive lights. You tap your toes to the music of the season and anticipate glad reunions. Yet, the absence of loved ones mixed with dreary...
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 24, 2023 | Serendipity
Thanksgiving #3 It’s just a sandwich. Except that, we only eat this sandwich once a year.Leftover turkey, dressing, and cranberry sauce in between two slices of white bread…the kind that sticks to the roof of your mouth. Sometimes, a dab of mayonnaise piques the...
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 10, 2023 | Serendipity
Thanksgiving #2 If you have difficulty identifying reasons to be grateful, start small. Look around you. Even the most mundane items can spur a sense of appreciation.On multiple occasions when I am attempting to reframe my thoughts, I look around my backyard and...
by Bruce McIntyre | Nov 3, 2023 | Serendipity
Thanksgiving #1 The backdoor to gratitude is always unlocked. If you think more in terms of absence than presence, you are well on your way to a contented smile and maybe even a silent chuckle to yourself. What are you glad didn’t happen? What jobs, tasks, or...
by Bruce McIntyre | Oct 1, 2023 | Serendipity
Don’t Delay When good things happen, celebrate! Don’t delay. Life is tough enough and we too easily forget and then, it’s gone. Allow yourself some joy.10 Things to celebrate:1. Good grades, degrees, promotions, new opportunities.2. Wedding...
