Back to basics for me always means slowing down and keeping it simple. Today I had nothing planned except month end work. I was able to organize a few things, and get rid of a few more. I hung out in the hammock with my Son. We watched some of the Olympics trials and got motivated in so many ways - what a great group of athletes! I read the New York Times and more of Peter Kaminsky's Culinary Intelligence.
Most importantly, I took time for a run and to make a family dinner at home. In the end, all is well....
Saturday, June 30, 2012
Thursday, June 28, 2012
Adjusting again
I am reminded again that adjusting is a key to successful living. When I don't adjust, I end up resentful and grumpy. When I adjust, I accept what is and get through the day as best as possible. Some things don't get done for sure, but overall I am more at ease.
I love routines and structure, but they too often don't work with my current schedule. I will do as best I can and give myself credit for that.
I accepted today for what it was. For that acceptance I am grateful.
Tonight is another chapter; let's see what gets "written."
I love routines and structure, but they too often don't work with my current schedule. I will do as best I can and give myself credit for that.
I accepted today for what it was. For that acceptance I am grateful.
Tonight is another chapter; let's see what gets "written."
Tuesday, May 29, 2012
Running repairs and renews
My emotions have been so varied of late; things are great and things are difficult at the same time. I am staying strong overall, and for that I am so pleased. Today was hectic as heck, but I knew that I had to fit in a run. The short run was hot and slow, but I did it!
My run made a huge difference to me in so many positive ways, and the time I st aside did not have a significant negative impact on the demands placed upon me. The difference to me clearly outweighs anything and everything else. Exerting the energy left me with more energy, which I so need these days.
Today's run left me feeling so much better physically, mentally, and emotionally, and left me with the following thought: give a little and get a lot. I welcome that necessary boost!
My run made a huge difference to me in so many positive ways, and the time I st aside did not have a significant negative impact on the demands placed upon me. The difference to me clearly outweighs anything and everything else. Exerting the energy left me with more energy, which I so need these days.
Today's run left me feeling so much better physically, mentally, and emotionally, and left me with the following thought: give a little and get a lot. I welcome that necessary boost!
Monday, May 28, 2012
Great way / to start the day
I love this, and will employ it as a new mantra. If I find a great way to start the day, then it will be better throughout! The ways will differ but all will have my betterment as the focus. Often, this time is spent in bed waiting for my Son to awake. As such, the ways typically are quiet and contemplative ones, for which my Kindle and iPhone are ideal.
This morning, for example, I read a Kindle single, Gutenberg the Geek by Jeff Jarvis. This quick read was quite informative, thought-provoking, and motivating. Generally, I have difficulty digesting hostorical events of any kind, so that the 1400s are totally unattainable. However, Jarvis' comparisons to current times made the past more easily understandable to this history challenged individual.
This morning, for example, I read a Kindle single, Gutenberg the Geek by Jeff Jarvis. This quick read was quite informative, thought-provoking, and motivating. Generally, I have difficulty digesting hostorical events of any kind, so that the 1400s are totally unattainable. However, Jarvis' comparisons to current times made the past more easily understandable to this history challenged individual.
Wednesday, May 23, 2012
Magnificent Minutia
Today, I got caught up in so much minutia, and it was magnificent! Detailed emails and status determinations for work were productive. Moving forward was rewarding.
I sold an item on Craigslist for a neighbor. As the buyer was coming to collect the item, another neighbor brought me plants that she no longer needed in her garden. After my run, I chatted with a neighbor, who was walking another neighbor's baby, during my cool down walk. While we chatted, new neighbors said hello. While walking my dog, I received status updates from several other neighbors. I could not help but think of Robert Frosts, A Time to Talk. These interactions were invaluable to me. For example, they remind me that I have a fabulous neighborhood!
The goodness of the day was quickly overshadowed by the craziness that was the antics exhibited by my husband and son upon their return from an outing. I worked through it, but....
I sold an item on Craigslist for a neighbor. As the buyer was coming to collect the item, another neighbor brought me plants that she no longer needed in her garden. After my run, I chatted with a neighbor, who was walking another neighbor's baby, during my cool down walk. While we chatted, new neighbors said hello. While walking my dog, I received status updates from several other neighbors. I could not help but think of Robert Frosts, A Time to Talk. These interactions were invaluable to me. For example, they remind me that I have a fabulous neighborhood!
The goodness of the day was quickly overshadowed by the craziness that was the antics exhibited by my husband and son upon their return from an outing. I worked through it, but....
Tuesday, May 22, 2012
What Matters Most
Today was an exercise in remembering and realizing what matters most. I completed that exercise successfully, and for that I am grateful.
I was planning to go to the mall for a gift and an outfit for a graduation party. Instead, however, what mattered most was exercising. I don't need the perfect gift, and if I'm more fit then I will fit into an outfit that I already own. So, off to the gym I went for cross training and weights. Done delightfully!
When my Son chose to be naughty, I chose not to engage. What matters most for now is removing myself from the situation. After a bit of time, he calmed down and I had not lost control.
My food focus is critical for me to get back on track. What matters most is making that focus fun, which today included stopping by the local Farmers' Market. The shitake mushrooms and fresh greens nicely complimented our family meal!
Finally, work worked for me today. I was productive, which sometimes is sufficient.
What matters most is not doing it all or doing too much in one day, but is focusing on a few things.
Currently, I am living the lesson that eating well and being active results in more energy. I am committed to continuing....
I was planning to go to the mall for a gift and an outfit for a graduation party. Instead, however, what mattered most was exercising. I don't need the perfect gift, and if I'm more fit then I will fit into an outfit that I already own. So, off to the gym I went for cross training and weights. Done delightfully!
When my Son chose to be naughty, I chose not to engage. What matters most for now is removing myself from the situation. After a bit of time, he calmed down and I had not lost control.
My food focus is critical for me to get back on track. What matters most is making that focus fun, which today included stopping by the local Farmers' Market. The shitake mushrooms and fresh greens nicely complimented our family meal!
Finally, work worked for me today. I was productive, which sometimes is sufficient.
What matters most is not doing it all or doing too much in one day, but is focusing on a few things.
Currently, I am living the lesson that eating well and being active results in more energy. I am committed to continuing....
Monday, May 21, 2012
Mind Murmur
My 9 stocks up. Facebook stock down. Right now, life is good. I'll take that for a Monday.
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