The last entry was all about intentions. This is about action. Today was a day that would be considered most’s one week AFTER the new year. The past two weeks have been too much to quantify as new, fresh and clean for this family. It has been stressful, annoying, remarkable and sad. Not quite my ideal new year start!
I achieved little to nothing in the first week of the new year, based on my last post. And I am giving myself a pass. Here is what I did do, which I am proud of.
- Last weekend, I was flown out by the new owner of TDM Salt Lake to celebrate the five year anniversary and new ownership. I was so nervous that I begged my bestie here in Napa to go with me. After growing some serious guts, I decided I would go on my own. It was awesome. I spent the first night with my bestie in SLC, laughing and eating and drinking all of our favorite things. I taught a fun class to a packed house of my dearest friends and former students. We ended with a mellow night in PJs at Lisa’s over lasagna and wine. Just banner.
- We hosted G’s Dad at our house for the past six days. He has the later stages of Parkinson’s Disease, not shaking, just terrible balance and very affected speech. He has always been a talker and deal maker. He can no longer tell you to get him a napkin. It is heart breaking.
- School started today! Everyone got out the door on time and with lunches, homework, etc. Both kiddos were so thrilled to see their friends. I was personally so happy to send them back, eager to learn and be social!
- Family Dinner Night started tonight. It isn’t a 100% thing that we will do every night. But for the nights it does work, we are all eating the same dinner. Vegetable trying is a must. Protein trying a huge bonus. There were few tears and both got a treat! Shocking what everyone will do while around a table.
I also purchased a “D” charm in man-made opal to hang around my neck. I love it so very much. For whatever reason, it has given me clarity and focus. So much so, I went to TDM Napa today for a great class with Christie. I cleaned house and made a good dinner for our whole family. Weez painted, H finished his homework. It was an ideal night at the Christo’s. Finally, I feel that we can start 2017 as a family. Kind of a relief, with a huge dose of JOY.
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