Hope is Action

First morning in a LONG (too long) of a time, I'm happy to see the news. 

Fantastic turnout at the polls.  

People are speaking up.

Locally, mostly a win. Mayor race goes to a run-off and it'll be uphill. Third candidate out and where do those votes land ... on first glance, they go to the incumbent. But city council was a big win (except one seat) and GA state had 2 HUGE wins. 

Let this momentum carry us forward. 

Congratulations to NYC, CA, VA, NJ.

HOPE is ACTION. 

I don't believe the saying that hope is passive. I think hope moves us to continue forward. Without hope, there is no reason to take action. 

Every vote counted. Every LITTLE thing added up. 

I took Duke for a fast, easy hike. 7 miles and he had the best time. I'm glad I went (even with a very full bladder by the end).

Focused the entire way.
Ears back, legs flying.

Ended the day with dinner at a local restaurant -- it's only a soft open (didn't know). Excellent. Enjoyed the company and the meal tremendously. And it was a 4 minute walk from my house. Extra win.

Today I'm hiking with another friend. I've only been once and I want to get familiar with the trail. Marked well and loops so no concern about getting lost. We'll hike more slowly, pay attention to nature -- good person to do an exploratory hike. 

I made a pedicure appointment at a new place after the hike. It's been a long time since I've gotten one -- been doing my own. I need cuticles managed ... it's time. 

Our HVAC didn't pass inspection. A different breaker needed. Hubby is staying until this afternoon so it can get corrected. Part was overnighted. All this in a perfect world ... we'll see if it arrives in time.

I have a full calendar stretch coming up ... all my doing.

Too much??

Maybe. 

I'm practicing finding that balance. I did edit some things, but there's a lot going on.

Volunteering stepped up a lot.

Hiking is full steam -- best time of year and don't want to miss it.

Family time. 

Social time. 

The compromise is quiet space. I'll see if I can find it early in the morning (thanks, time change).

It ends with a trip to Hilton Head with the kids. 

Driving.

No schedule.

Slower pace. 

It'll be fun. First trip with our grandson. 

It's going to be important to manage the "after" when I need more space to restore again. I'm looking to an Asheville trip to decorate for Christmas. Perfect solo moment. Still a bit in the air though. 

Okay, best get moving. Have a good day. Later gators.