Rough is rarely good enough. Smooth is better. Smooth makes it look and feel more finished, more crafted. How can … More

We often work pretty hard to get to the usable part. But, it’s not nearly as hard as the evolutionary … More

Zest is one of those things we can add, but rarely take away. Like most actions in life, it requires … More

There’s always something left behind, a mark and the spoils. All of our actions have a result, the intended one…and … More

…is definitely in the eye of the beholder. But, it’s usually there if we choose to see it.

Sometimes, something typically unwanted can make something better, more workable. Making a situation smoother is a delicate process. Too much … More

Disturbing something at rest, someone minding their own business, can cause friction, fear and resentment. Most forms of turbulence are … More

Too often we focus on the topping, the part everyone sees. We try really hard to look the part, to … More

The question isn’t whether we’re on the clock or off. The better question is…who starts the timer? We can choose … More

The flow of time is unique to each of us, no matter what the clock says. Slowing things down typically … More

Most of the good stuff isn’t uniform. Sure, it can be made to spec. But, uniqueness and imperfection don’t have … More

Unlike chocolate, we have a choice. Get busy wishing. Or, get busy doing.

Recipes are great when specified results are on order. Follow the recipe, meet spec, rinse and repeat. A cook’s life … More

Sameness is extremely valuable when deviation from the expected outcome isn’t an option. Doing things to exacting specifications is essential … More