Decision Diaries

What is Lion Dancing? Great storytelling, a tribute to Chinese tradition and a martial arts workout all in one performance. Meet Jason and Joshua as they describe where this tradition originated and how they became so passionate about sharing it with the community. As you listen, imagine yourself personifying a Lion or a Monk! Reach out because Lion Dance troupes are always looking for new members and always adding new Lions!

Why should you decide to coach? Bruce Layfield, a long time soccer coach, talks about his realization that coaching brings more joy than playing or winning. Lynn shares an usual benefit after watching Bruce coach before they were married. You may want to sign up to be a coach after this episode!

Lynn's father, Russ describes becoming a father and all of the decisions he made as he raised his two daughters. Jobs he took or didn't take based on their location. And the introduction of a new bedtime story routine with the invention of the "Taco eating Billy Goat" who travels to ball parks and runs away from the Mafia.

On this episode, we decided to celebrate fathers all week long rather than one single day. Father's Day gift buying is hard and Lynn shares some funny Father's Day gift fails. What does any Father want? Often referred as the "Forgotten Holiday" - Bruce shares his parenting experience and tries to describe what all father's really want.

In this episode, we explore the decision to learn a new language. The decision seems easy with unlimited benefits. However, our guest James Smith, describes the two most important: People and Mental Health. This episode will get you inspired and asking yourself: "When can I start?" Our guest provides the help you need. He leaves you with useful tips like language apps, podcasts, in-person learning techniques with local meetups and daily routine practice (foreign films, foreign music channels). We hope you join him on a new language journey of your own!

Picking a college major is hard. Hear how one college student has zero regrets after he completed his freshman year majoring in hospitality. This episode has practical insights about fun college classes and life long job perks. This major makes you want to go back to college and actually study. Included an "I told you so" moment from his mom.

Deciding to live alone without roommates is a sure sign that your child is becoming a grown up. A decision that had to be recorded since it is the first time a mom hears her son say they want be responsible for cleaning and cooking. If you you are a parent of a twenty something who keeps debating whether they really want to keep living with roommates (or perhaps overstaying their time back with the family), this episode is worth sharing to show them how easy it is to start adulting.

Ebikes - do or do not? Bruce and Lynn decide to rent ebikes to see if they can tackle the unattainable trails that contain long, steep climbs with roots. They discover that ebikes add more to a ride than just extra power - they add enjoyment, time, and distance while still providing a great workout! Hear the most important thing to consider when renting an ebike. It will help you get the most out of your ride.

Why buy art? Hear how a single painting started a life long journey of buying art from galleries, art festivals and art auctions on cruise ships. Our guest David Ruscitto describes all of the amazing experiences and benefits that only buying art can give you.

This episode contains a lighthearted conversation about making better food choices so you don't feel old too soon. Lynn's sister-in-law Peggy Smith, who seemed to shrink overnight, talks about deciding to really think before she eats one meal at a time. Listen to practical every day tips that really help you enjoy food again. After all, food is life so it should make you feel good. The key is knowing what food brings you joy and makes you feel good after you eat just enough. Hint: This may even be a cookie. Don't deny just be make a conscious choice one meal at a time.