Add to that the typical frustrations that come with labor unions, teenagers, and the current state of our government to create a storm of malcontent that can make even the most positive among us cranky.

Despite this, there is good news here. Today, February 6^th, means that only 10 percent of the year is done. There is plenty of time to recover and make 2019 a successful year and one where good things are going to occur.

While 10 percent is gone, that remaining 90 percent is still ripe with potential and good things to come.  For example, I know a visit to Europe is in the 90 percent as is better weather here in Michigan.

My advice, which I offer just as much for me as I do for those reading this post. Don’t let the 1^st 10 percent of something ruin the rest. Move forward, be positive, and realize that the sunshine exists even when foreboding dark clouds obscure it.

Progress always involves risks.  You can’t steal second base and keep your foot on first.

-        Frederick B. Wilcox

Life has a funny way of presenting opportunities.  Without taking a risk, so many instances of progress would not occur.  Even as we have become a more risk averse society, there are those who are willing to take risks in order to achieve something more.  I am seeing this play out firsthand as our family transitions to Michigan.  Yes, we left things we cherished in Bloomington.  However, it is looking toward the future and its infinite possibilities that should determine the path we take and decisions we make.  Learn from the past, but do not let it limit your future potential!