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Meet
Me Halfway
Laurie
Owen, SVP, Business Resource Services
Hey,
remember me? I'm your body. We need to have a heart-to-heart.
It's been a long time since we spent some quality time together and it's
just not fair. I've been working hard for you every day, getting you up in
the morning, out the door, to your car, and to and from your business.
I've given you a couple of beautiful children and I'd like to be around
with you to dance at their weddings.
You
haven't been giving me much to work on lately, or doing me much good, I
should say. I don't ask for much, just a couple of fruits and
vegetables every day. Actually, I'd like to ask for a lot less in the way
of food. That 28 oz. rib eye you ate last night? That was the equivalent
of 28 eggs, my friend. I mean, I like eggs, but 28 of them? I'm not
asking you to turn into a food freak on my account, but just try to be a
little more thoughtful with what and how you eat. How about packing a zip
bag of nuts and an apple or orange for my mid-day cravings so I don't get
so ravenous? I really like food that's close to the source and hasn't
been mucked around with too much. A little more H2O during the
day would be okay with me as well. If you thought of food as fuel you
might be a little more careful about what you put in me.
Speaking
of heart, it's telling me it could use a little more exercise. Try using
the stairs or parking your car further out. I'd love to break a sweat with
you at least once a day. How about trying yoga or dance class? You used to
love to dance a long time ago, remember? Lots of other bodies are doing it
and rumor has it that it's actually fun. It would be a great way for us to
re-connect and spend some quality time. You could spend time with your
employees and me by taking one of them out for a walk and talk. I know you're
busy but those days you think you have the least time for exercise is when
you need it the most. And not to lay a guilt trip on you or anything, but
you could set a good example for the rest of your staff.
Oh,
and one more thing, when you look at me in the mirror, especially when I'm
naked, I'd really appreciate it if you didn't make disparaging remarks
about me. Kind of hurts my feelings and it's really no way to treat a good
friend. Just remember all the great things I've done for you over the
years and talk appropriately.
Just
meet me half-way, that's all I ask, so I can keep doing my job for you.
Let's make sure we keep that date for your kid's wedding, shall we?
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