Seasons
We focus on seasons as the year winds down, the holiday season, winter season, some waiting for spring season already, giving season, sharing season. As the first day of winter just passed, winter solstice did as well. From here on out, brighter longer days. For the spring season waiters, it’s getting better all the time. The cyclist in me still rides the cold mornings; trips to the snow for cross country skiing replaces some riding. We just had a multiple family bonding yesterday, a group of staff and family members went for a walk in the snow, not just any snow. We trekked up to bear valley at 7000 feet, strapped on some snowshoes, went for a little walk to a quiet hut with awesome views. We did what chefs do; we shared some food in the middle of nowhere, then as a celebration for our hard work, stopped at a favorite haunt to replace those hard burned calories.
Seasons, we share more this time of year. I had the pleasure of speaking to a local chef at our ACF meeting this week. We shared lots of students with him this season. They have volunteered and have done field trips to help him in this busy foodservice season. He appreciated all of their hard work, and invited a group to their Christmas party to be recognized in front of the whole hotel staff. He also gave them special boxes of truffles. Seasons I say, make some people feel special in our own ways. Many of these students strive for excellence, gain experience, and bond; this is a great season for all of us on earth to share a little, bond a little.
Most of my staff is enjoying our two week break, spending this season with families who support them throughout the year, I encourage them to take this time. This is also a season to recharge, refocus, and reflect; time to start a New Year with a fresh perspective ,for the seasons will never stop changing. I wish everyone a safe holiday season, give a little, share a little, and reflect a little. For there is no time like this time of many seasons to enjoy; and don’t forget in the New Year times can change and maybe now is the right season to change your life and start a new career.
