Have you checked your sump-pump, lately?

Every once and a while you need to check out the things you take for granted. Things like the sump-pump in your basement, your hot water heater, your furnace, your family, your friends, your kids, and especially your spouse.

Steven Covey had a process he called sharpen the saw. Every so often you need to attend to the tools, the those who make your life easier. Make sure the saw is sharp so when you need it, it will be there for you.

Take time, sharpen your saw, check on your sump-pump, focus on what is important get it done. Believe it, when this is done that voice in the back of your head won't seem to be pest, because the important things won't be in those messages. Rather the work on your desk, on the project, around the corner can be done with more serenity and with less distractions.

So go out there and let your dog kiss you! Hug your kid! Love life! Right before you go to bed each night tell your spouse you LOVE them. Keep that saw the sharpest! Oh and by the way check on your sump-pump, a wet basement can ruin a positive state of mind! ;)