Mondaze

Hi friend,

Thank you for being here, for reading here. I can’t remember the last time I wrote something in this space just because I wanted to share my thoughts and feelings. So here I am, maybe a new weekly note from me to you, or whatever cadence feels right. Typical me that I’d want to instantly put it into a box, categorize it, give it a schedule, and set expectations for it. So in the spirit of NOT doing that, this could be a one time deal too. We’ll just have to wait and see.

I’m sitting at my office desk writing this, looking out the window feeling immensely grateful for the sunshine and relatively warm temps we are having today. I’m not sure I saw the sun at all last week and it was depressing! As if we need more things to be depressed about these days. Okay, that sounds so doom and gloom, but in all seriousness the winters are depressing for me and when you throw in a few life challenges, some crazy hormonal changes, hello 42, you’ve got yourself quite the combo. And I’m not talking about the Happy Meal kind. At least with a Happy Meal you get a toy!

Can you relate?

The one thing, and not the only thing - but a big thing, that is bringing me joy lately is reading ALL the books. I’ve always loved to read, but sometime last fall I kicked this on again off again past time into a gear I didn’t know existed. I’ve been devouring stories and I’m grateful for the escape and enjoyment they provide. To all the authors in all the world, I thank you! And to everyone else, go get yourself a library card.

Before I over think this and re-write it or delete it all together I’m going to sign off with a gentle reminder for myself, that you might find helpful to. Be as kind to yourself as you’d want others to be with you. When life gets tough, where can we soften?

Till next time?

Be well,

Alexis