monday all over again

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Doesn’t it feel like we just had a Monday? What’s on the agenda for this week? School parties? Sing-a-longs? Pageants?

write everything down—every last detail.

you can do it.

Today:

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weekend recovery

the weekend

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How many of you unplug for the weekend? Do you stop checking email? Do you turn off the computer and cell phone?

I usually don’t. But I wish I did.

I feel obligated to check email, and so I do–sometimes obsessively. I need to change this. It’s not good for me, it’s not good for the family, and it’s not the person I want to be.

so I’m going to change it. It’s Friday, 4:04pm, and I’m turning off my drug.

this weekend:

keep up with the daily 7

wrap presents

spend time with the family

unplug.

thursday–catch up

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Things are moving at the speed of light around here. So far, so good, but I can tell that I’m going to crash in the next day or two. It’s inevitable.

Today:

play catch up

plan ahead for the weekend

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breathe.

Wednesday: 342

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Good morning!

I’ve been thinking an awful lot about happiness lately. I believe happiness is a choice. I have two very dear friends going through a divorce right now. I wouldn’t wish divorce on anyone, but in this situation I am so proud of my friends for getting out of rather-icky-situations and for protecting their children.

Divorce brings ugliness. There really isn’t a way around this  something ugly, whether you’re Kelsey Grammar or not.

and you know what? these two friends (who don’t know each other, but I should really get them in touch) are doing really well. They have chosen happiness.

I wrote this a while ago on being blissfully happy.

your challenge for today: if you find yourself feeling unhappy, change it. Turn off the news if it’s depressing. Don’t talk to that certain someone who drags you down. Stay away from cranky people at the grocery store. Spread joy.

choose happiness.

Today:

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holiday schtuff

hug your kids

341 Tuesday

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Yesterday was a series of unfortunate events. Nothing went according to plan. Instead of fighting the apparent laws of nature, I decided to put on pajamas at 7:15pm and climb into bed with the girls and read.

It was a good choice.

I started a discussion on the forums about new year’s resolutions. I’m inspired by Melissa and Sandy to work out more. And I love CBeth’s One Minute Writer— being creative always feels so good.

Today:

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run errands

wrap/mail/etc.

saturday & sunday

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Happy weekend!

We did the elf on a shelf. Our family now has Norman, and I’m really surprised at how into this the kids were. My big girls are 9 and 6, and I wasn’t sure how they would take to the book and doll. I’d have thought my eldest would be more skeptical, but she really wasn’t.

I find this fascinating! I guess kids just really like magic.

I do, too.

this weekend:

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random Holiday paraphanalia

I’ve got a  book signing today (sat), 1pm, at Barnes & Noble in Tanforan if anyone is local!

FRIDAY!

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I started this week so well. I got up at 4am on Monday morning, cranked out some review posts and then a crockpot post, got the baby to the doctor, got the big kids to their schtuff, did the chores, made dinner, and went to a pta meeting.

it’s all gone downhill since then, and I am so glad the week is over.

I’ve got a book signing on Saturday, and I always have so much fun meeting new people. I’m really looking forward to it.

and I’m looking forward to next week.

in other news, we were given an Elf on the Shelf book and doll. The kids haven’t unwrapped it yet. Do you have one of these? Twitter says they’re creepy—what do you think? The sentiment is neat…

happy friday!! xxo

Today:

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play catch up

TUESDAY. the end of November

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I need to listen to November Rain. How is it that it’s the last day of November, and I haven’t heard that song once this month? I can’t even remember the last time I heard it—-it’s been months. Maybe even a year?

that’s a good song.

(lol. Now Adam’s out in the garage searching through the old CDs. )

Today:

what’s the status on the holiday cards?

don’t forget to eat. and shop. I always fall behind on meal planning this time of year, and we end up eating quesadillas and yogurt for dinner. or Taquitos and tater tots…

daily 7

perform three random good deeds today. make someone smile.

I’ve got some giveaways on Totally Together Reviews.

Have a fantastic last-day-of-November!

monday, weekend recovery. again!

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There are 32 days left in 2010. I become misty when I think of how fast the year has passed—I really wish time would slow down. My kids are already bouncing off the walls with excitement for Christmas, and are wishing it to arrive faster. to arrive tomorrow. or the next day.

I wish for more moment when I catch myself enjoying the moment. They don’t happen often enough. I’m definitely better at slowing down and taking in the sights, smells, sounds, and peaceful quiet—-but it’s an effort. It doesn’t come naturally to me.

Thanksgiving was wonderful. Everyone got along, the food was great, and the company was even better. My grandpa and grandma complimented the children (and me) and said that they were very well-behaved and calm. They said it was because I was laid-back and easy-going. After my laugh attack, I asked them to repeat their words to Adam. so they did.

and you know? I’m getting there. It’s definitely a process, but I do think I’m remembering to stop, relax, and enjoy the moment more and more each year. Maybe by the time I’m 67, I’ll finally be there!

This is my challenge for you, for the next 32 days. This is hands-down, the most stressful time of the year. Don’t let that be the case for you, for your family.

Change. Make new rules, make a new normal. Become different. Be different.

today:

weekend recovery

meal plan

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saturday and sunday

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I hope you’re having a wonderful weekend and are surrounded by loved ones. If you’re in the midst of crazy weather, please be careful if you need to go out. Stay warm and cozy!

This weekend:

put the serving dishes away

take down pumpkins, turkeys, and other fallish garb

break out the winter Holiday decorations. If you feel like decorating, go for it. If not, figure out when it makes the most sense for your family.

keep up with the Daily 7 (yes, even the laundry! )

The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched. They must be felt with the heart. Wishing you happiness.
– Helen Keller

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