Everyone is an expert.

Everyone who has dealt with clients in their specific field always has funny stories and inside jokes about the expectation of the masses. I've been able to experience some of that in both the field of design and IT. While I take everything in stride there is always time to enjoy a little tongue-in-cheek comedy about the pitfalls of consulting.

For all of you designers out there - I'm sure you will be able to relate the most. my advice to you: Make it BIGGER!

"It's just a hole in the ground."

Yes, I've never been to the Grand Canyon. Through no fault of my own, there were never any "Suclla Family Vacations" that ever stopped at the ol' GC. Mostly, those only got as far as Las Vegas - yeah (my dad is a fan of the "City of Lights"). So yeah, 40 years into this gig I've finally experienced the grandeur that is "The Canyon".

I didn't know what to expect, having only seen it in post cards or in magazines, but I must say that they don't compare with it live. It is definitely worth seeing and going to the bottom is an experience as well.

Though we were only able to spend one day there I saw enough to make the trip worth it and I will definitely get back there again to see more of it. Who knows, maybe I'll get brave enough to view it via the Skywalk, just maybe.

That time again

Both of us knew what we were looking for when we met. For the most part is was a list of things we knew we didn't want in a relationship. Through the years Karen and I have managed to keep the promises we made to each other all those years ago. Officially we celebrate our 7th year of marriage today.

As we look back over where we've been we're thankful to the fates for bringing us together. We look forward to many more years together - traveling, laughing and enjoying the time that we share even in the most mundane things we do together. I'm blessed - I will admit that.

So, today I am reminded of the promises we made to each other and I am given new energy to make sure I'm doing my part.