I am going to try to have 30 days of art on my blog. I have the materials, now just to upload them into posts! Eek! Can it be done? Let's try. Why not begin 40 days of art with me turning 40?
I used a picture of me wearing glasses. Thankfully, I only need them occasionally when I read. But, it is a big change for me.
What is 40 bringing me?
- I am trying worry less about things I cannot change.
- I am trying to invest in my family more. Like not just show up to events, but actually making our little moments significant as well. I already photo document everything. Now journal. Write what I am thinking and feeling. Let these kids know my thoughts. Maybe one day they will want to know?
- Ireland getting hearing aids really was a wake up call for me. The reality is she may wear hearing aids for the rest of her life, or she could wake up deaf tomorrow. We do not know what the future holds. I think this brought our family closer together. The boys really stepped up to help and protect her more this year. I know it made me realize- wow!!! life can change in a blink!! I started taking Sign language classes. I will make this my lifelong learning.
- My job- tough. not gonna lie. But it has also introduced me to the strongest, supportive teachers I have ever met. I hope to be inspired by these colleagues for the rest of my life! I am blessed that some have turned into really amazing friends outside of school!
- I have changed my outlook on friends a pinch this year too. I am only putting into relationships what I am getting, then hopefully I will feel less hurt. Invest in those who invest in me! new motto. I am a very social person and am very fortunate that I am surrounded by lot's of amazing acquaintances & friends, and luckily really have an outstanding life, but this year I had a few times I just needed a closer someone there for me, just to let me cry, hear and support me. I didn't realize how long and often I had been that person for others, it was weird when I realized I really needed to call someone and felt at a loss. Forging stronger relationships this year has been my #1 priority. And in turn- appreciating those that are giving me the love!
- I am going to continue to learn. I am going to get a Masters in Assessment in Spec. Ed. Hopefully it won't be near as hard a it was in 2014. I think it will help me to my ultimate goal!
- purge more- in general. working at King George has helped me with that. I donate everything we no longer need to the school. We have such high needs that is never ending. Even things like sheets, towels, pillows, etc. That was freeing.
- multitask less. I am a queen of multitasking. It has a hold on me. I want to be better at things, not just doing them with half effort. My husband never multitasks, and he has become such an amazing cook. Like epic. I am envious.
- try to get more sleep. I have been working so hard at this. At tone time I never even considered going to bed before 1, 2am. Ever. Now I am making a solid effort to be in bed by midnight or sooner. That is big for me. Insomnia has consumed my entire life.
OK, if you have read this far and are still with me, join me tomorrow. I promise I won't ramble forever again.
Mwah! xoxox
Leica
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