Fishermen on Phones

Posted On: October 28, 2008
Comments: No Responses 2 fishermen just leisurely floated by, both on cell phones. Ish! Even guys who fish? But of course. Often these days while I toil in the office or gardens, I hear some booming male voice…

Get Up & Go…Outside!

Posted On: October 24, 2008
Comments: No Responses Survey sez:  83%: Percentage of Americans who say spending time outdoors makes them feel refreshed, healthy, and excited. 61% Percentage who say they don’t take enough advantage of the restorative powers of nature. Source: Edelman…

4 Fellow Sabbatical Kool-Aid Sippers Join the Force

Posted On: September 24, 2008
Comments: No Responses There is hope. We are not alone! Check this out. Check them out! 4 lovely ladies with impressive resumes have found time not only to coordinate outfits and enjoy some champoo, but also to take…

What’s the Big Idea?

Posted On: September 16, 2008
Comments: 23 Responses Hi. I’m Kirk Horsted. Welcome to BreakAway–an amalgamation of opinions & ponderings on the provocative topic of Sabbaticals and Career Breaks. I emphatically believe that real people (like you!) can and should take these restorative…