Good thing number one Finally getting our vaccination appointments booked because hope is such a welcome feeling right now. Good thing number two Mid-workday walks in the sunshine because it’s a good reminder (especially during stressful days) that there’s a whole world — literally and figuratively — outside of my job. Good thing number three
“The main thing is this, when you get up in the morning, you must take your heart in your two hands. You must do this every morning.” ~ Grace Paley February highlights celebrated hubby’s 40th birthdayvirtual wine tasting with husband + extended familyenjoy vacation day + extended holiday weekendstarted fostering pupcompleted 81 workouts + more
Good thing number one Making time for the outdoors (nearly) every day because my body, mind and soul need it. Good thing number two Living in a city that is such a delight to explore because it makes our current situation a bit more bearable. Good thing number three Celebrating the milestone birthday of my
Good thing number one Receiving unexpected good news that comes with an opportunity to be excited and hopeful because it’s nice to feel that way. Good thing number two Magnolias because they are magnificent and I’m grateful to live in a place where I get to enjoy them. Good thing number three A long weekend
Good thing number one: Successfully navigating a workweek that included speaking at a virtual conference, presenting to senior leaders at a big project kickoff and finalizing a major system upgrade because it was a good reminder that everything is figureoutable Good thing number two: Celebrating the eighth birthday of our favorite because she brings immeasurable
I’m not ever sure where to begin. The last few weeks have been a whirlwind of travels, family time, women empowerment (Hillary!), celebrating friendships, welcoming spring and, amidst it all, attempting to stay afloat at work. My travels took me to three cities: San Francisco (for the second time in a month), Portland and to
When I began my new job last summer, I printed a picture of an elephant and hung it on my cube wall to remind me, when I was feeling overwhelmed, to focus on “eating” the elephant bite by bite. That sentiment, although seemingly minor, was the catalyst for my pushing through some pretty difficult patches
“It’s possible that all labels are curses. Unless they are on cleaning products. Because in my opinion it’s not really a great idea to see people as one thing. Every person has lots of ingredients to make them into what is always a one-of-a-kind creation. We are all imperfect genetic stews.” ~Holly Goldberg Sloan, counting by
“Because if you love and want something enough — whatever it is — then you don’t really mind eating the shit sandwiches that come with it.” ~Elizabeth Gilbert, Big Magic week + weekend in review this week’s intention: mindful choices last week’s gratitude: creativity completed first Courage Works lesson one brunch + exploring and shopping in the ‘hood
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