Saturday, January 23, 2010

2010- realignment?

I feel strange.
I feel change coming.
I'm kind of apprehensive.
Remaining uplifted feels weighted, but not heavy.
Maybe it's just winter doldrums.
This is going to take some work.

Saturday, January 9, 2010

guide me


Guide me into 2010

experience more
eat right
stop, breathe, appreciate
spend time with the real people
outdoors
spirit
connections
paint
essential oils
enjoy my crystals
add to the garden
10 minutes a day of quiet thought
remind myself they are children, not testing stats
take Jake on a road trip
Ukiah
expanding light retreat
Jackson Hole
Phoenix
Sedona
visit my brother
prepare myself
exercise (I mean it!)
journal write
step out of comfort zone more
1 new dish a month (one that lasts)
stray from the plan when necessary (and often)
remember "myaswell"
smoky barriers only
carry my happiness with me




..........to be continued

Thursday, January 7, 2010

Myaswell.....







Driving to Bakersfield. No fog. Good sign.
Burger King veggie burger at Phoenix airport. What's up with that??
US Airways changes my gate. How was I to know? Almost missed boarding.
60+ish lady in black tights, black fur-lined boots, short ruffly skirt, busy holiday sweater. I was oddly curious.
My friend greets me. The purpose.
Family night. Honored to be included. Balderdash. Delish refreshments(thanks, Jade)
Late nights... soak up all the time we can.
Gateway. Lost car in garage. Found.
Temple Square. Inspiring. Beautiful.
Red Iguana. Oh yes!!
Mountain View.
I love Margaret so much.
My sweet new girl, Amy, fixes us a great dinner. I liked watching her kitchen ease.
Bureau of Reclamation mug. Treasured. Dan is missing in my visits. Hurts.
Appalachian kinfolk.
Rock band rocks.
Cameron kisses. "Shake what your mama gave ya"
Late drive. Watch for wildlife.
Day of no plans. Perfect.
Paul McCartney. He's lovely.
Dagoda cocoa with cayenne. Yummy. Tummy rumbles. Cleansing.
Baby Jack. Darling. Happy. Bright.
Presley. Two happy feet. Noodle arms.Funny camels. Are they lumpy, bumpy, or grumpy?
Golden Braid.
Too bundled up. Menopausal flash. Start stripping layers in the store.
Massage stones. Can't wait to use them.
Oasis. seared ahi. Carob and pistachio soup?? Oh. Carrot and pistachio. Either way... dinner was perfect.
Chuck hesitantly joined us. I was glad he stayed.
Sundance.
Horrifying scales.
Boots that felt like my feet were dipped in concrete blocks. And you want me to walk in these?
Nice people. Encouraging. Liars, in the best of ways.
Rope tow.. butt trails.. squeals of delight? Really? Rescue.
Cathy skis like nobody's business.
Gina. Not so much. Nice winter wear though.
White cotton. White snow. and n'er the twain shall meet.
How do you spell Johanne? g-o-r-g-e-o-u-s.
Up on skis.
Down.
Can't get up.
Up on skis.
Down.
Can't get up. "Oh, hi Cathy! What? your 3rd time down the hill?"
I'm pissed.
Up.
Down.
Let me enjoy the beauty surrounding me.
Cathy's down. There's blue snow. It's not good.
boots off. Tinker Bell returns.
Old bones. Hot tub temporarily remedies aches.
Carson is smart. Really. Watch him. He knows.
How many calories does laughing burn? We should be runway models.
Packing for home. Many new treasures in my suitcase.
Another successful adventure.
Cathy is a jumper. I'm a toe tester. Compliment.
I am friend rich. Heaven touched. Heart full.