- I have a job that is not a job at all, but a passion! I am a key contributor to other's success - does it really get much better than that? It is so incredible to bring something positive to someone's life, to see hope and excitement replace stress and despair. A kind word, a few minutes of dedicated time, a touch on the shoulder... all little things but I see how big of an impact it can have. I genuinely care about all of my students and I hope that they can always see that and feel that. And it goes both ways. I have yet to have a class and not have someone leave an indelible mark on my life. I cherish the experience and am so grateful that I have been able to align my God-given gifts with a career.
- My husband, my Strong Tower. I treasure our love, our relationship, our marriage, and our future and most importantly, our present. Valentine's Day was a great example of how lucky I am. He made "plans" for us for Saturday and kept it as a surprise for me. It was so fun all week to think about what the weekend would bring. Which really made my unexpected layover in Denver on Friday night that much more disappointing. By the time I arrived and submitted the paperwork to find my lost luggage, it was mid-morning and I was exhausted. But it didn't ruin the day... even though we put the "plan" on-hold (YAY! We are going to the Science Center next week) he still surprised me with a hand-made card with a great poem and a framed 8x10 of my favorite picture of the girls from our Christmas trip to Prescott. AND I walked in to an absolutely immaculate house!!! Does it get any better??
- My girls. I got to visit with Brookie for a little while this morning before leaving for work. It was nice to start my day with her. I'm treasuring all of the time we have before she leaves this summer. I talked with Brit on the way home and I'm so proud of her - she won Employee of the Quarter!! She gets a paid vacation day and a reserved parking spot!! And then Miss Brandy called me tonight and filled me in on her class and life. I love watching them blossom into incredible young women and I'm filled with excitement at the thought of the lives they have in front of them! They have so much to experience and I will always be thankful for everything they bring to my life!
- My friends. For someone who often says I don't have many friends, they seem to be playing an awfully big role in my life lately and I'm so blessed with how many friends I truly have. Kim and I spent some time talking this morning about life and kids and the future. Maria and I talked this evening and my new treasure: talking with Wendy on IM. It's incredible how much we have in common and what a wonderful friendship that has been rekindled. We've known each other for almost 35 years! It seems impossible. Wendy is a beautiful light in a world that is sometimes dominated by darkness. We're really hoping it works out that she can come out for a visit in March.
- My family. I'm SO excited that we will have Abby and Lexi for an entire week in March!!! I'm really looking forward to having two little ones around the house and I'm so thankful that Brooke and Jason are entrusting us with them!
- My puppies. I know, it probably sounds silly, but there's something so comforting to the soul to have creatures that give you totally unconditional love. They bring me so much happiness (despite the shedding and digging and barking....lol)
I'm pleased to report that I think my ankle is healing (knock on wood!!). I'm going to start doing some yoga this weekend and maybe take some walks - see how it feels. I can't wait to be hiking again! (and given that my weight loss has stalled... I definitely need the exercise!).
A quote that I came across today about forgiving ourselves when we stray off-course and focusing on each new day:
"Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could. Some absurdities have crept in; forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day. You shall begin it serenely and with...high a spirit."
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