Three Major Decisions
'Most of us make at least three important decisions in our lives: where to live, what to do, and with whom to do it.'
--Daniel Gilbert, Stumbling on Happiness
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Friday, July 18, 2008
'Most of us make at least three important decisions in our lives: where to live, what to do, and with whom to do it.'
--Daniel Gilbert, Stumbling on Happiness
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- Name: John Ettorre
- Location: Cleveland, Ohio
I'm a Cleveland, Ohio-based writer, editor and writing coach, with more than 25 years of experience, including stints in Chicago and Washington, D.C. My work has appeared in more than 100 print and online publications, from the New York Times and the Christian Science Monitor to local and regional publications. My work has been recognized by awards (including an Emmy) from four journalism groups.
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8 Comments:
"Coal mine, moon shine, or move it on down the line." We always have three choices.
Ciao
NB
Not sure I ever heard that one, but thanks for adding it. But I'll probably spend the rest of the afternoon (at least) wondering who you are, NB.
My friend's father always said, "There's always three choices when it comes to making decisions about your life, moonshine, coal mine, or move it on down the line." He picked this up from the movie, Coal Miner's Daughter. I don't know why, but it stuck with me, and somewhat fitting to your post....
NB=Neve Black
Aha. Thanks for clearing that up. The line sounded faintly, though only faintly, familiar. And of course it's because I kind of remembered it from the movie, which was fabulous. Thanks also for clearing up who you are, dear Neve.
I have read Gilbert's book, and it truly is worth your time.
Here is his web site.
I also saw him on The Colbert Report awhile back. He was an excellent and funny guest.
Thanks for the recommendation. I've kind of been wanting to read that, based on a review I read. But now I'll be sure to do so. You gotta be sharp to do well on Colbert, because he doesn't give you much of a chance most nights.
Interesting.
Anybody 3/3, batting 1.000?
With the poor local economy, foreclosures, underperforming sports teams, and usually poor weather [except this week!], I sure hope people around here chose their spouses well!
;-)
That made me laugh, V. Happily (for me, at least), I did pretty damn well in the spouse category. Here's hoping I get to meet yours some day.
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