This is a placeholder post. Not quite ready to talk about my goals for 2013 or review my goals for 2012. I will say that it was a harder year than I had hoped for, but I'm still here, still writing, still selling books, still getting by. And that is something to be thankful for.
Right now, I am worn out. Too many gatherings. Traveled six hours today (to and back) for one gathering. I have three more "Christmases" before Christmas 2012 is officially over. Love Christmas. Not sure about the people, though. I'm not good with crowds, noise, etc. Puts a strain on me. And one Christmas just got moved to New Year's Day, which frankly I'm not pleased about. I wanted that day to myself. Instead, grandchildren will be arriving. Love them, but wanted some space. Well, that's life. I'll enjoy them. I know I will. And there will come a time when they're teenagers and it won't be cool or fun to come. Need to enjoy these times while they last. That's what I tell myself. And it's the truth.
Anyway, I hope you had a good Christmas. And if you're still in the middle of them ... well, I'm thinking of you and rooting for you.
My plan is to be back here New Year's Day. Then I'll talk about my goals, my failures and successes, and a few other things. See you then.
4 comments:
Hugs on losing a day you'd planned for yourself. Those are so valuable. I hope you can shift to another day and still get the benefit.
That's funny how you love Christmas but have trouble with the people, noise, etc. but I do understand. I'm glad your travel was concluded safely today. That's a long trip.
I know you've had a lot of ups and downs this year, but you've accomplished so much. I hope you'll be able to see that and celebrate when you get that time to reflect. Please make sure you get that for yourself. You owe it to you.
I totally get the people/crowds thing. Ditto what Jean said about moving your "you" day to another day. Shut off the phone and curl up with a book and a cup of tea. Soon. That's an order. :)
Yes, and yes to everything Jean and Wendy said.
Also, it's okay to say no once in a while, or I just can't. Really it is. {{huggs}}
Happy New Year, Stephen and take some time for yourself. {{huggs}}
Thanks, y'all. No day for myself yet, but I think Monday next week might be the day. Saturday, I have the last 2012 Christmas gathering, and Sunday afternoon my roomie is supposed to help me take down the tree and decorations. But Monday ... is free so far.
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