Thanks for the Adventure
I wasn’t quite sure how to start this post as this is kind of long. I’m writing this on Friday evening and we got back a little while ago from Emily’s school. They had a movie night to raise money for the 8th grade field trip to D.C.
They showed the Disney Pixar movie, “UP.” It’s been out for a while, but if you haven’t seen this movie, yet, all I can tell you is that it’s not what you may be expecting. I expected a light-hearted comedy, as most Pixar movies are.
What I got was tear-jerking and thought-provoking instead.
This movie tugs at heartstrings you never thought you had. Tissues required.
Rather than me explain what this movie is about, watch the clips below. I have now seen this movie twice, and both times, I cried like a baby and I know I’m not alone. Why didn’t somebody warn me! If the first few minutes doesn’t ‘get’ to you, then you truly have no soul.
This Early Bird is Yawning
Yet with a couple of cups of coffee, I just may stay awake!
One of my ideas for this year is to get a jump on the day. You, know the ‘early bird catches the worm.’
My reasons are two-fold.
First, and most important, I want Emily’s morning time in getting ready for school to be undivided attention in enjoying that part of the morning. She needs to be up no later than 6:50 a.m. The typical morning routine is getting breakfast, making her lunch, making the beds, etc.
The start of the day is usually how the tone is set for the rest of the day, so I want that time in the morning to be relaxed and fun.
Cut Yourself Some Slack
So, did your new year plans get off to a roaring start or did you struggle a bit with putting things into action?
If you struggled a bit, that’s perfect normal. It takes about 30 days of consistent daily action for a new activity or plan to become a habit.
This is why most new year’s resolutions fail because most people don’t give them that chance.
Consistency is Key
Little steps taken each day become big changes over time. Think about it this way. When you start working out, whether it be walking, running, or going to the gym every day, you do know that it takes nearly 8 weeks before you start seeing the physical results, right?
Yes, you’ll probably start to feel better right away, however, ask most professional personal trainers and they’ll tell you that it takes about 6 – 8 weeks before you start seeing the outward physical results of your efforts.
