"Come to the dark side, we have cookies."

I saw this on the t-shirt in Myrtle Beach, SC a few years ago. What does it mean? Well, for some it is taken at face value. It means the rewards come to those who take the low road. However, this could be simply a matter of perspective. Over the last 24 hours, I have learned that the same view can look different when seen from a different set of eyes. What some view as lost, others see as opportunity. What some view as poor, others view as potential.

I am sitting in the dessert in 80 deg. temps in February. Life is not always poolside service, but life is also not always down and out. We have to learn to take the downturns with stride and know that with focus and hard work there will always be time to enjoy the fruits of your labor.

In the words of Zig Ziglar: I am doing better than good!

Don't look down in the locker room shower

This is one of those life lessons that it is always good to follow. As we move through life, there are many of these guidelines that help us to avoid awkward situations. So the question is; are you the cool one or the one who creates awkward situations because you do follow man law? Let's find out.

1. There are 5 urinals in the public bathroom. There is one guy at the far left, which one do you use?

2. You are at a social with people and you are unsure of their ideals. What topics of conversation do you avoid?

3. You are in Lowe's home improvement. Do the associates ask if you need help based on your facial expressions/blank stare?

4. What can you cook on a grill?

5. Gas or charcoal?

Now, if you have to ask if you answered correctly, you are a bit of a tool and need to brush up on the basics.