Tag Archives: frustration

Life, Labor and Little Green Tomatoes

Posted on June 13, 2019 by Doc Arnett

When it seems like things are pretty tough and we’re not making any progress, we should remember that even something as simple as tomatoes take some time… Continue reading →

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The Blessing of Frustration

Posted on December 5, 2018 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes, it’s through the blessing of frustration that we find a better way of doing things. Continue reading →

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Fighting Nature

Posted on June 27, 2018 by Doc Arnett

There are times when persistence is virtue and times when it is nothing more than sheer stubbornness. A cup of coffee and prayer for wisdom just might be the right way to go… Continue reading →

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The Frustrations of Limitation

Posted on November 30, 2017 by Doc Arnett

After last night’s episode, I’m even more convinced that “simple plumbing job” is an oxymoron. Continue reading →

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A Gentle Answer…

Posted on April 27, 2017 by Doc Arnett

A gentle answer turns away wrath… and an unexpected bit of gentle humor can turn a frown upside down… Just ask Tom Hale… Continue reading →

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Houston, You Have a Problem

Posted on January 5, 2017 by Doc Arnett

Now that I’m coming out of the closet about my hearing impairment I want the rest of you to know that I expect you to fix it… Continue reading →

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A New Adventure

Posted on September 1, 2015 by Doc Arnett

The lessons of frustration, disappointment and discouragement are not lessons we would choose but they can be the most valuable lessons we learn.
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The Frustration of Humanity

Posted on January 13, 2014 by Doc Arnett

Sometimes, “home handyman” seems like an oxymoron. Making the same stupid mistakes on a project can make me feel like an ox and a moron! Continue reading →

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This Is How I Dew

Posted on November 22, 2013 by Doc Arnett

Although this encounter with a drink-vending machine didn’t result in any assault, destruction of private property or meancing behavior charges, it wasn’t for lack of motivation. Continue reading →

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Errands Run Amok

Posted on November 28, 2012 by Doc Arnett

It seemed like a really simple plan, nothing spectacular, routine to the point of being mundane Continue reading →

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