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DIY - start with what is

~ clear eyes first, courage too, but we work better when reality gets a vote

Mark Kolke
Feb 25, 2026
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Memo to self:

Some mornings, the smartest move isn’t a need for speed.

Accuracy first …

You do not have to like reality to use it, but you do need to name it before your resolve or courage can do anything useful.

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