Paul Kilmon: A Life Illustrated in Words & Photos: A New Work Week

Welcome!

Through my writing, photography, career, and personal challenges, you will discover I am just like you, a person on a journey. My goals are simple, to be healthy and happy. You will learn I have many interests. The driving force for all I do is communication, the sharing of ideas and my passion for laughter. It really is the best medicine and a great stress reducer.

I consider myself a down-to-earth guy, who is just making it up as I travel through life, adding a virtual laugh track here and there to amuse others and myself. I have a friendly personality, which is expressive, warm, upbeat, fun, and positive. I love meeting new people. I thrive on communication, organization, diversity, creativity, and laughter. – Paul Eric Kilmon (paerki)

Sunday, May 04, 2025

A New Work Week

Another rainy day in the city, and I love it! I enjoy walking in the rain, hanging out under large, lush tree branches for protection, while listening to the raindrops lift off one leaf, only to land on another and another. It's music to my ears. Rain or shine, play outdoors.

New day. New week. New goals. Take a moment to reflect on what you want to achieve this week. I have my list. I know what needs to be done.

At the moment, at work, I am a one man show, but that's okay because someone is always stopping by my office to say, "Do you need any help?" My usual response is... No. Knowing people care matters. It fuels me to get the job done.

I work in a caring community. It really is a great place to work. I count my blessings for that.

I am fortunate to have a job that doesn’t feel like a job. I enjoy my work and feel fulfilled.

I am happy to have a job that aligns with my interests, working with people who share my values. On occasion it feels like a hobby.

As for my boss, he listens, sometimes too carefully. Rarely do we disagree, but when we do... We do and move on. You can’t ask for more than that.

We have a responsive HR department. Communications are always timely. That's a big deal. They are really friendly, too. I value the latter.

As for the employees and residents, it’s a gooey, sweet engagement. For the most part, all are genuinely kind, thoughtful and caring. We smile, laugh, and communicate meaningfully. We check in with each other, too.

If you get anything from my message I hope it is this… You must give to get. It’s imperative you find value in yourself. If you can do that, it becomes easier to find it in others.

Have a wonderful week, friends. – paerki

What would life be like without memories? It’s fair to say, there would be no life at all. Memory is our communication, reason, coherence, our action and more importantly, our feeling. Memories create our path in life, developing our psychology and leading us emotionally.

One of the best ways to create and store memories is with video. These simple effortless little snippets of time create diaries and become perpetual time capsules, which justify our walk on earth, telling all with great enthusiasm… I was here! I mattered! I lived! Please, don’t forget me.

Share your views, thoughts and opinions in the written word. Snap photographs so your eyes can travel back in time, remembering the happy and sad moments that made you the person you were, are and became in life. But, whenever possible, capture video to enhance the memories you leave behind, so that others may pass the essence of your life on to future generations. – paerki

I love photographs! They have this amazing ability to tell stories of fun places, special moments, memorable events, and exciting places. They give us reason to pause and remember friends, family, coworkers and so many others. One photograph can conjure up a flood of memories taking us on a journey. They help us remember the past, enjoy the present and ponder the future.

On a cold and rainy day I love sitting in my living room with a roaring fire, a glass of wine, classical music playing in the background and my many photographs scattered about me. I love sifting through what I call my special collection, which refers to my favorites. They remind me of the saddest and happiest moments of my life. They remind me of challenges and overcoming.

My large collection of images are a testament to a life lived. Life happens all around us so it’s important to collect special memories, and what better way than with a photograph. – paerki

It’s hard to believe I’ve been blogging for more than 12 years. This art form has allowed me to showcase and express my creativity. It has bolstered my confidence (not that is was lacking). At times it has been therapeutic, but more than anything it has given me a much deeper view of the world and how I see myself in it.

I use my insights as a barometer for self-change, which helps me reconcile the past, adapt to the present and navigate carefully into the future. I have enjoyed the roller coaster ride of thought as my hands write it and my eyes see it. As always, I hope you can relate to my stories, appreciate my views, savor the wisdom, reflect on the concepts and, more than anything, respect my friendly and genuine interest in connecting with others.

Find you own voice. Think about writing your own blog. Learn your style, share your views and open a whole new world of possibilities for you and your readers-to-be.. – paerki