First, I got a text from a neighbor asking to join me on my long dog walk - CONNECTION. I said 'yes' and it was okay, but we didn't walk as long as I planned and the conversation was flat. I ran intervals before, but had to cut my meditation a bit short. Not particularly worth it as it turns out since it cut into MY stuff.
Then Releash rescue stuff exploded. I was on the phone for HOURS - no exaggeration. Got a lot accomplished and helped people and dogs alike, but FILLED my schedule for the week with transport, training, etc.
I found out Aspen is ready to come back to me TODAY and I wouldn't have said YES to all the other stuff if I'd know I was taking her back so soon. Another 3 hours plus of driving. I'm going to try to box this morning, but I don't know if I can make the timing work. The vet closes for 2 hours at lunch and I can't hit that window. A friend offered to come along, but I decided to drive alone and listen to podcasts. I need quiet time and I need ME stuff. Gretchen Rubin is my driving pal today.
Since the day was shot in terms of RELAXING time, I put myself to work ... paid bills, set up dog pens, organized, cleaned, cooked. Busy as a bee yesterday!! The Universe had other plans for my quiet day.
I have my first entry in the RESIST URGE book. I numbered up to 100 and even writing that took a lot of time! 100 is A LOT!!!
I had a fun thought for my posts in December - every title will be Christmas music lyrics. Where have I heard that LOL? I have such a hard time coming up with a title - this will be fun. I need to be playful and add some fun to this December.
Yesterday I also put into place SOLUTION FINDER. It's a great "tool" that I never used for little things and it works super duper well in helping me get through my schedule. I had a double problem with the date of my next house clean (not home for the cleaning and that's hard with the dogs AND my house would be dirty for company the following week). I asked to switch weeks, if possible and YES! I never ask to switch and she was so nice to accommodate me. Two problems solved with one solution. I cancelled my physical AGAIN. I don't have time this week now and there is no rush since I've been to all the other appointments. See you in January doc. I switched a lunch date to help me out too. There were a few other things and it WORKED - well, dang. Surprises me every time!
The PHB call last night was good. It was an overall check in with everyone and that's my favorite kind of call. Lots of good homework this week too. TED talks (my favorite) and a podcast from Rachel Hollis. Maybe I'll add some links when there is a particularly good TED talk.
My packages are arriving - not with best luck. Damaged cake plate from Anthropology (got on Black Friday special). It's a gift for a friend and it's BEAUTIFUL. They are sending another one. Old Navy sent me my Black Friday order too. When I opened it, I thought is was a box of junk. Crumbled up clothes, no plastic wrap, stuffed in the box. OMG Old Navy - not cool. Nothing was damaged though. I smoothed and ironed out the wrinkles and it looks okay now. I briefly thought about calling and complaining, but what would they do? What could be done? Not worth my time.
Here are a few goodies so far.
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| Anthropology holiday kitchen towels. Black Friday and super fun hostess gifts. |
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| For ME because I love it! Nut or snack bowl - also Anthropology. |
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| ModCloth. Possible dress for engagement party. I haven't tried it on yet, but I liked the length of skirt and sleeves. I was looking for festive without overdressed. |
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| LateByKate. Sleeper romper. I think I mentioned ordering it. BEST material, so comfortable for sleeping. I'm not a nightgown person and this is way better. They run oversized. This is a S/M and it's big. Also, NO static cling so far - huge pet peeve of some material. |
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