A Message from the CEO - Sept 2025
I’m celebrating autumn by riding my bike, stuffing my face with every vegetable possible, and commenting on all trees … smells of fall … autumnal colors. I’ve become my dad. I was somewhat horrified to see Christmas tree commercials last week (‘tis NOT the season, yet). I’m requesting that time stop for a while so I can fully appreciate this season for all its glories.
That won’t happen, though - time won’t stop. What I can do, however, is appreciate the moment now. On the third Tuesday night of every month - my band The 2nd Ave. Society - plays at our local brewery. When I was thinking of it that day … I thought “2 hours of solid playing is a lot of standing, ugh”. But then - I get into the songs and I’m having fun and the night flies by. I notice when I’m truly engaged in a thing I like to do - not thinking ahead (like what Christmas tree am I going to buy in September) - I love it so much and the time is well spent. This is why I need to embrace this time of the year with gusto and verve.
How is this health-related? If you are working to be healthier and focusing on your nutrition and getting your steps in - celebrate! Tell yourself “Awesome job!” and “Kudos!” When I get really sick with a cold or flu, I always think to myself, “I should really try and appreciate the times I feel good.” Usually, when I feel great - I take it for granted and complain about something else.
A friend moved to Arizona a while back and said for awhile that the weather was beautiful and humidity was low and it was great. After time passed, she quit saying this because it was always nice and it wasn’t special anymore. When the weather is fantastic all the time, you take it for granted. When your health is good, you take it for granted. When you have 4 very diverse seasons - you appreciate September. When you’ve experienced less than great health, you appreciate feeling good.
Stop and count your blessings today. It’s probably better than it could be.
