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a woman holding a red pen -- as if she were going to edit something or issue her grade -- grins somewhat mischievously. No fear, it's just Sara Dagen, the author of All Things Work Together.

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Category: 2016

All posts published in 2016

It’s time to “man up”…
2016, all in a day's work, character, Christian life

It’s time to “man up”…

It isn’t often that I pour myself into a project only to see it fail. But failure can build character that success fails to do… Continue reading It’s time to “man up”…

I wear my Fitbit for the buzz…
2016, exercise, Humor

I wear my Fitbit for the buzz…

For those of you not wearing a Fitbit tracker, “the buzz” is a vibration and visual display of celebration that flickers across the tiny digital screen when you reach your goal for the day. It’s like a party on my wrist. Continue reading I wear my Fitbit for the buzz…

Do you hate popups as much as I do?
2016, annoying, blogging, Humor

Do you hate popups as much as I do?

Recently, I’ve been exploring a variety of blogs. The instant I land on a blog I once considered a promising read, a box pops up, offering me the blogger’s firstborn child in exchange for my email address. Continue reading Do you hate popups as much as I do?

Why I write…
2016, blogging, Christian life, inspiration

Why I write…

Welcome to All Things Work Together. This post “Why I write…” is a good introduction to my blog, which covers my moments, musings, memories and milestones — as I live, learn, love and laugh. If you like what you read, please share it, and I’d certainly be honored if you’d follow me. Continue reading Why I write…

A little advice on “cow tipping”…
2016, exercise, Humor

A little advice on “cow tipping”…

I can no longer remember just how I responded to Mr. Namaste. I’m sure I remained my sweet, friendly self though inside I was thinking, “Let me give you some advice about ‘cow tipping,’ Mr. Namaste. Don’t. Say. It.” Continue reading A little advice on “cow tipping”…

All in a day’s workout…
2016, character, exercise, Humor, inspiration

All in a day’s workout…

It was just a typical day at the health club — a snapshot of the workout world that encourages me to join it each day. See you there! Continue reading All in a day’s workout…

When you have a screw loose…
2016, character, life

When you have a screw loose…

How is a toaster oven like a sliding glass door? It sounds like a joke, but in our house it isn’t. … Continue reading When you have a screw loose…

To my new neighbors…
2016, character, Humor, life

To my new neighbors…

To Whom It May Concern: (Which is not you, apparently, my could-have-been-dear, new next-door neighbors.) Some advice for you: When … Continue reading To my new neighbors…

Lost in the translation…
2016, Humor, work

Lost in the translation…

Technical instructions, such as how to set up and use software, must be clear, step by step, and precise. And, for me at least, in English that is clear and precise. Therein lies the rub. Continue reading Lost in the translation…

Identity crisis and blah blah blog…
2016, blogging, character, Christian life, inspiration, life

Identity crisis and blah blah blog…

If you’re looking for “Sound Off,” you are in the right spot. I have decided to rename my blog “All Things Work Together” — based on my favorite Scripture verse, Romans 8:28. Continue reading Identity crisis and blah blah blog…

My 21 seconds of fame…
2016, fashion, Humor, life, Toastmasters, work

My 21 seconds of fame…

As the marketing representative for the Innovation Hub, I am often asked to approve media coverage of the building, its events, and its tenants, but I have never had to represent the company on TV. Until now. Continue reading My 21 seconds of fame…

First world problems…
2016, blogging, Humor, life

First world problems…

A month without reliable cable and internet connections is like a month in which bill shouldn’t be paid. Right? Continue reading First world problems…

Stream of cold consciousness writing…
2016, Humor, life, parenting

Stream of cold consciousness writing…

My husband has saved me from curfew worry much of the time. He simply awakens me to let me know our child is home, and I am lulled, comforted, back to sleep. Except when the child isn’t at home by curfew. Continue reading Stream of cold consciousness writing…

Secrets to success at the gym…
2016, exercise, friends, inspiration

Secrets to success at the gym…

  What separates those who succeed at their New Year’s resolutions from those who don’t? Some sources indicate that 40 … Continue reading Secrets to success at the gym…

How to pack for the gym…
2016, exercise, Humor, life

How to pack for the gym…

If your New Year’s resolution to hit the gym means you’ll be showering and getting dressed at the health club, … Continue reading How to pack for the gym…

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