I used to hate January, then when I finally embraced it and started appreciating the opportunity it created to slow down after the holidays, get projects done, and have time to read a book or catch up on some missed movies, I really started to look forward to it, especially in the craziness of December. This year, I feel like I was blindsided by January.
So while this month has been anything but slow, some unexpected blessings and accomplishments have come from it.
With all the overtime that has been offered/expected (my boss calls it respectful begging), I decided to jump in and make some short term financial goals to keep me motivated. I decided to pay off Caleb's trip to Sweden so it's not hanging over our heads (he still has a goal of earning $1000 on his own). I also plan to double my monthly debt payment to help us reach our debt-free goal even earlier.
We got through our first ACCO event. It went well and I'm grateful Clint and I have the opportunity to work with such dedicated people. The speaker, who has provided counseling for Caitlin and directed marriage classes that Clint and I have attended, did an amazing job. He focused on not getting stuck in our trials and finding "pace setters" in our lives who will support and challenge us to move forward. The slide show was also really sweet and special for us because Caitlin was highlighted.
Amazingly, this week I was also able to go to dinner with Clint after our board meeting, where we had a chance to really talk and catch up. I went to lunch with two of my work friends, had a manicure and pedicure and lunch with my friend, Jen. Went to a dinner/planning meeting with my young women leaders, and finally got together with my old neighborhood friends for a belated Christmas get together. Thank heavens for the little breaks and time spent with people I admire and enjoy.
So, two more weeks of January. More work, more obligations, Caitlin off track, and a scheduled MRI. Here's hoping February brings the peace and calm I am craving.
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4 comments:
sounds like lots of great things getting done, good for you! i hope you get the relaxation you want. i will be jealous.
ingooes--some sort of chocolate filling.
Keep on swimming..keep on swimming.
I am proud of you. That is a lot of accomplishments! I am sorry I couldn't come to the cancer meeting. We had signed up to take care of a special needs girl in our ward. I am glad it went well. I miss Darren. You are an inspiration.
good luck with MRI! :)
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