tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25996525.post-21501825426356725212008-03-08T09:19:00.000-06:002008-03-08T07:21:50.551-06:002008-03-08T07:21:50.551-06:00It has been one of those slow weeks of training. I wanted to do more this week, but the demands of work have required me to spend more hours on my law practice. That's fine. While I'm a bit disappointed, I remember that I am learning my livelihood as a lawyer rather than an athlete, and I am able to keep things in perspective. There are also some really good aspects of this week, so I want to share those, too.<br /><ul><li>After almost 14 years, I am still <span style="font-style: italic;">positively thrilled</span> to be in solo practice. It is the right fit for me. From talking with friends of mine over the years, as well as blogging for the <a href="http://www.jdblissblog.com">JD Bliss Blog</a>, I have learned that I am really blessed to be working on my own and not at one of the "law factories" (or in "big law," as it's often called). Sure, I have made my share of mistakes in solo practice and I've learned better ways to do things, but going solo in 1994 was undoubtedly the very best decision I have made in my career.</li><li>I have been working with a new client and they have presented me with a fascinating legal issue. Because of professional confidentiality and the attorney-client privilege, I can't go into details here, but the project is perfect for my hyper-analytical mind; my neurons can really crunch on it and savor it. It's taking somewhat longer than I originally expected it would. I appreciate the client's patience and the opportunity to be at the forefront of important legal questions related to doing business on the Internet.</li><li>I earn part of my living by writing. I update my <a href="http://www.stpub.com/pubs/internetl.htm">book</a> quarterly, to keep it current, and doing that helps me keep up to date, too.</li><li>I earn part of my living by <a href="http://www.jdblissblog.com">blogging</a>. How cool is that?</li></ul>Overall, at least in this moment, I am blessed and I am grateful.Steve Imparlhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00032577825238486021noreply@blogger.com