
January’s been … long.
And full. Purposeful. Mindful. Meaningful. Grateful.
I’ve felt powerful: building my physical strength and stamina. Resourceful: planning relevant experiences for my students. Sorrowful: remembering the first anniversary of my mother’s passing. And, of course, hopeful: beginning each and every day this month filling the pages of my journal with gratitude, guidance, goals, and hope for grace.
I’ve lived faithfully: honoring my commitment to #the100dayproject with at least a photograph a day – – showing up at the gym more days in January than not – – devoting time and effort to my health, diet, and overall well being.
There’s been wistful days, joyful days, and stressful days. More ups than downs, thankfully. A few trips and falls, painfully. Many new insights, realizations, and emotional turn-abouts, helpfully.
In other words, life’s been plentiful. And I’m taking one more deep, full breath of January and the fresh, clean air of a new year.
Thirty-one days.
Heart full.
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I love how you worked at making January shine big and bold and bright, Barbara!
You chase away the blah and the gray …
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Can’t wait for February! Your kindness always chases away the blah!
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It sounds like you started the year with a passion for making changes and setting goals. Good for you Barb! Your pictures are always a highlight of my time on IG.
I know the anniversary of your mom’s passing was a difficult day. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Wishing you a February full of your favorite things. Take care.
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Thank you for stopping by, Suzanne! What a pleasure! I love the idea of a February full of my favorite things! Looks like you started my month off right! Thank you!
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