What technology would you be better off without, why?
I’ll say smart phones, because I think it’s still important to have a mobile phone to be able to reach someone in an emergency, but I don’t think we need access to all these apps/internet. It’s nice to be able to access emails and what not, but most apps are just distractions.
Feeling super exhausted, but also thankful. I’m not necessarily looking forward to work tomorrow, but also not dreading it because I actually like my job. I’m just feeling so tired and I’m sure it has to do with the fact that it’s winter and we stayed inside for the past two days due to the snow storm. I’m glad it finally stopped snowing today, and I’m also glad we cleaned off my car so it’ll be all good for tomorrow when I head to work. I just want to go to sleep, but it’s only 6:43pm LOL! I’m sure with how exhausted I feel that I will definitely sleep well tonight.
• Long weekends should happen at least once a month
• Practicing gratitude really does wonders for your life
• Moments of “boredom” are really moments of peace
• Snow really is beautiful when it’s not causing hazards
• When your body needs rest, listen to it
Today was a relatively chill day. My husband had to work, while I was lucky enough to have the day off. I went over to my parent’s place this morning and spent some time with them since we did Thanksgiving dinner at my husband’s parent’s house last night. My mother was kind enough to make me breakfast, and it was nice to just relax and laugh at some HGTV.
I did a little bit of cleaning/reorganizing at home, and I decided to do a last minute grocery pickup for this evening since we are getting a winter storm early tomorrow morning. I’m glad that it’s the weekend and as much as I wanted my nails done, it’s probably best I just reschedule and stay home.
It’s been nice having peaceful days at home. Our friends have been announcing pregnancies and births of their children, and we are still in this quiet season where we can enjoy one another’s company. We do want children in the near(ish) future though, as much as sometimes I do have my fears around it. I have to remember that the Universe has its own plan, and no matter what, I can have faith that all will work out how it should.
Today I woke up blessed.
I am in good health.
I have a beautiful marriage.
The sun was shining for a bit this morning after several days of clouds.
The holiday season is upon us.
I have wonderful friendships.
What book are you reading right now?
I just barely started reading Letting Go by David Hawkins, as well as listening to the audible version of No Bad Parts by Richard Schwartz. I also have an audible download that I want to start listening to called The Midnight Library by Matt Haig!
What part of your routine do you always try to skip if you can?
The part where I workout – which I know is the worst thing to skip for my long term health. Lately I’ve been getting on my walking pad more often though, so I’m trying to keep up with that!
Name the most expensive personal item you’ve ever purchased (not your home or car).
Probably my glasses – the frames are Coach brand and tbh I didn’t even pay attention to that and I noticed when I picked them up! I was just obsessed with the frames 😍
Starting the day a little later than usual today because I have to bring my car to the repair shop this morning. Once I drop it off, the rental car people will bring me to Enterprise so I can get my rental for the next couple days, and then I can head to work!
We have our potluck at work today so I am bringing Poppyseed Bread per usual (highly requested family recipe), and we are picking our secret santa’s! I am looking forward to that and trying to keep a positive outlook on this week, as last week felt like a total shit show at work.
Although I am starting the week off a little bit out of routine, maybe that’s exactly what we need for this week. I’m grateful to have my car and my insurance to help pay for this repair, I am grateful for my bosses being so flexible with me while I work through this and my cat’s diabetes (her next vet appointment is this Friday), and I am just grateful to be alive even when times feel stressful.
Sending love to everyone this Monday- cheers to a great week ahead! Even if shitty things happen, we can tune into the fact that we still have many wonderful things to be grateful for.
finding light in the dark 