Musings of an adventurous empty nest mom on everything under the sun.
And so it begins to end today. Another year. 365 days. We are somehow compelled to reflect on what has come and gone - yes, a trap I am falling into right now 🙂 It's interesting how the entire human race seems to need to wrap up these calendar years with a little bow. You... Continue Reading →
In my typically contrarian way, I am again, bucking tradition and not making any New Year's Resolutions. I tend to think of mine more as birthday ones, IF I make any at all given that my birthday is so close to the New Year. Anyhow, 46 has crept up. I'm trying to remain zen about... Continue Reading →
Except maybe to walk along the beach below the Torrey Pines trails more often - here's why: ....just a little further up the beach Sportsboy & I noticed an interesting looking "ledge" of the green sandstone at the base of the cliff & we went for a closer look and I was about to take... Continue Reading →
Ever the independent rebel, this is not the typical Year in Review or New Year's Resolution post. The most you get is the header change to New Year's fireworks 🙂 You see, those other things take organization. Clear mindedness. Heck, any kind of mindedness! And the timing is just not right for me on those... Continue Reading →
As in 42 years old. Hmm. Not sure if I like that or not!!I am taking the day off. Slept until 9:15. Oh, that was nice!! Now I am taking down outdoor decorations. It's a gorgeous, warm sunny breezy day here. I'm enjoying being outdoors for the first time in many days.Ok, on to resolutions.... Continue Reading →
I figure its halfway through January - typically the falling off point for New Years Resolutions 🙂 So it might be a good idea to document my self discipline.Credit cards have stayed unused. I also created a budget which includes deposits to savings every paycheck. That started automatically from my 1/15 paycheck. Stuck to my... Continue Reading →
Yes, its corny, but these have been very important to me over the years. It really mentally comes together for me this time of year since my birthday is just 3 days away, so I start anew in a couple of ways. These are in no particular order:1. Be personally fiscally responsible. In other words... Continue Reading →
Trees & Flowers & Birds! 