A Fun List

I'm thinking about writing a FUN LIST.

As though I don't have enough lists.

Fun things that I want to do.  Not exactly a bucket list -- that's bigger stuff.  Simple, little things.

I got to thinking about it because I've never had anything Pumpkin Spice (except pumpkin bread and pie).  I've never had a PSL for example.  It's making news because it's almost back in season.  With non-dairy options at Starbucks, this CAN happen -- should I choose to join the trend.

I've never tried caviar.

I've never had a hair extension.

I've never had a spray tan.

Things like this -- little, simple, fun.  It's fun to think about the list and fun to think about fulfilling something on the list.

It's a little like My Happiness Project, but only fun things.  This could be my list of 50 leading up to my 50th birthday.  Hmmmm ... I'm going to think over this some more.

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In other news ...

I got new sunglasses (!!)

Since my prescription changed so much, it was recommended I keep one pair of glasses in the old prescription until I get used to the new (and make sure it's correct).  I only have one pair -- so, ta-da -- new glasses.  Not expensive frames, but I love them (and insurance pays for all but $50).  Pictures when I pick them up.

I have this funny problem -- I LOVE every pair of sunglasses on me.  I have to get a second opinion to confirm because I'll buy anything.  The ones I got are basic, but with a modern shape.  Approved by 3 other people.

I have an unexpected free calendar day.  Foster pup is scheduled for pickup on Thursday (as of now).  I can use this day to get set for stuff this week.  Thursday is the worst day for pickup since we have company and will have a brand new, sick, scared foster dog.  I have some problem solving to do this week.

And, I didn't get up at 5 o'clock, I got up at 6 o'clock.  I ran on the treadmill yesterday so an outside run was off the table.  With nothing scheduled for today, no need to get up that early.  Probably a tabata-style workout this morning.

The yoga studio I used for weightlifting way back when and recently bought a package of 10 classes to go to a now cancelled yoga/meditation class was sold.  Class packages transferred though.  They announced the new class lineup and 2 are interesting -- circuit training on Tuesday mornings and a very funky meditation class midday Wednesday.  I'm scheduling to try both.

I need to finish my coaching homework.  I have 3 podcasts about boundaries and relationships.  How to say 'no' sans the guilt and bitchiness.  Or say 'yes' without resentment.  All are Brooke Castillo.  I thought I was picking up a foster -- car podcast time galore, but no go on that today so I'll need to find some alone time to listen.

Why boundaries?  This is a prickly trigger for me.  I get caught up in boundary loops and attached ugly feelings.  Then I want to eat those feelings.  I'm back in a strange boundary season again.  Hubby home all day.  New neighbors = new favors.  Big needs in a small dog rescue.  Kids in big change season needing help.  All the things.  Some I gladly say 'yes' to (kids), but I need to manage the other areas better.

TREAT today is a free calendar day to get ahead on some of the week's chores.

TOOL is problem solving.  I'll need this all week.

Later gators.