Well, I did all of the things I said I would do for my birthday. I ate some See's chocolate... and it didn't disappoint -- totally worth the calories. I bought some bling. I found some beautiful earrings with my birthstone and diamonds (and they match the birthstone ring I bought a couple of years ago). I left work at 4:30 on my birthday and I enjoyed a delicious birthday dinner with my family. I actually had to work hard to leave by 4:30 but I did it and I'm still alive! I continue to work on doing less and actually enjoying life more.
Each of my children sent me fabulous birthday wishes and showered me with gifts. They are so cool and so amazing. My dear parents, sister, and friends also presented lovely gifts and birthday wishes. I feel loved.
I think 53 is going to be a great year. All of my health tests have come back negative which is great news -- it means so far there is no more cancer. I feel healthier and healthier every month.
Life is good.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Sunday, February 8, 2009
One Year Older and Wiser....??
This week is my birthday and my first thought was that I'm actually getting to have another birthday! Then of course, I started to think about what I've learned this year.
This year I've learned that when you wear sparkly, clothes, jewelry, or shoes you feel better. I learned this watching the Sunbeams in our ward who have some of the best bling I've ever seen! Bling makes you feel sparkly! I've also learned that playing a kazoo in the hallway at church is probably lots of fun... but not appreciated by some of our priesthood leaders. (Somehow I think Jesus would be good with it though.)
I've learned that chocolate really does cure what ails you! Chocolate in moderation lifts your spirits and it is an inexpensive and elegant food. (Smooth, creamy, and delicious.)
It's good to apologize - even when you don't think you should have to and may not have a reason... a little apology goes a long way in helping people move on.
I've learned cats rule. Minty and Licorice are completely in charge. They guard the house, they come and go as they please, they sleep where ever and when ever they want to.... Sounds good to me! Plus, they are great little companions and friends to have around. In fact, I've figured out that the reason the Egyptians worshipped them as gods was that every time they knelt down by their beds to pray their cats would come and lay down in front of them as if they should be prayed to. (And, somehow I think cats do think they should be worshipped.)
Slowing down actually helps you get more done. I know it sounds weird but I actually get more done when I slow down and don't try to do so much... I'm happier, I'm more efficient, and more productive.
Working a little less isn't killing me and my work is actually better. Another contradiction that is really good know and is actually true.
Chemo brain is a great excuse and one I can use for years to come... (Thank you researchers at NIH for discovering this.)
So, with all of this new wisdom what will I do this week? I'm going to buy some new bling; visit Sees candy and get some good chocolate; pamper my kitties; leave work work by 4:30 on my birthday; and enjoy the fact that I really am a little wiser....
This year I've learned that when you wear sparkly, clothes, jewelry, or shoes you feel better. I learned this watching the Sunbeams in our ward who have some of the best bling I've ever seen! Bling makes you feel sparkly! I've also learned that playing a kazoo in the hallway at church is probably lots of fun... but not appreciated by some of our priesthood leaders. (Somehow I think Jesus would be good with it though.)
I've learned that chocolate really does cure what ails you! Chocolate in moderation lifts your spirits and it is an inexpensive and elegant food. (Smooth, creamy, and delicious.)
It's good to apologize - even when you don't think you should have to and may not have a reason... a little apology goes a long way in helping people move on.
I've learned cats rule. Minty and Licorice are completely in charge. They guard the house, they come and go as they please, they sleep where ever and when ever they want to.... Sounds good to me! Plus, they are great little companions and friends to have around. In fact, I've figured out that the reason the Egyptians worshipped them as gods was that every time they knelt down by their beds to pray their cats would come and lay down in front of them as if they should be prayed to. (And, somehow I think cats do think they should be worshipped.)
Slowing down actually helps you get more done. I know it sounds weird but I actually get more done when I slow down and don't try to do so much... I'm happier, I'm more efficient, and more productive.
Working a little less isn't killing me and my work is actually better. Another contradiction that is really good know and is actually true.
Chemo brain is a great excuse and one I can use for years to come... (Thank you researchers at NIH for discovering this.)
So, with all of this new wisdom what will I do this week? I'm going to buy some new bling; visit Sees candy and get some good chocolate; pamper my kitties; leave work work by 4:30 on my birthday; and enjoy the fact that I really am a little wiser....
Sunday, February 1, 2009
It's FINALLY February
WhooHoo! It's finally February. Not that February is my favorite month -- but February means that the long, dark month of January is behind us. The family news is that John is on track to graduate in April from BYU with a degree in computer science (not IT!). Abby and Jeremy are looking for a baby to adopt. (See the link on the sidebar of this blog.) Jeremy is thinking about going back to school for his second bachelor's degree -- this time computer science. Tom and Amy may be moving to Moab for the summer and then maybe to Southern California after that. Tom's making a living as a freelance writer and Amy's still doing massage therapy but I think she's doing some writing as well.
I'm hoping to finish my doctorate in about a year and a half. I am making good, steady progress toward this goal. I am still a principal and I really love this job. I love working with my teachers to improve student learning. It's so interesting to me to support these young teachers (and some older teachers) develop professionally. The staff is delightful. We work hard to have a healthy, professional climate and I am so happy in my work.
Right now, I'm serving in Primary and I totally love the children. We have an excellent Primary Presidency and I work with such good sisters. The beauty of this calling is that I have the luxury of having time for more personal study of the scriptures right now and time to reflect and write about the scriptures.
I am making good progress on my goals. I lost about 8 pounds this past month by simply paying close attention to what I was eating and the portions. I am eating in a much healthier way. I eat out much less than I used to and I've taken up cooking again and I enjoy it!
I'm hoping to finish my doctorate in about a year and a half. I am making good, steady progress toward this goal. I am still a principal and I really love this job. I love working with my teachers to improve student learning. It's so interesting to me to support these young teachers (and some older teachers) develop professionally. The staff is delightful. We work hard to have a healthy, professional climate and I am so happy in my work.
Right now, I'm serving in Primary and I totally love the children. We have an excellent Primary Presidency and I work with such good sisters. The beauty of this calling is that I have the luxury of having time for more personal study of the scriptures right now and time to reflect and write about the scriptures.
I am making good progress on my goals. I lost about 8 pounds this past month by simply paying close attention to what I was eating and the portions. I am eating in a much healthier way. I eat out much less than I used to and I've taken up cooking again and I enjoy it!
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