Sage Souls | What I am Learning on My Journey

I am starting to settle into retirement, I was unsure at first, but I think it was the right decision for me. Not working full time anymore has given me some quiet time to think and reflect. As I browsed through my 2018 posts some thoughts came to mind.

 What I Appreciate Even More Than Before

• parents that are still with us
• immediate family - spouse, children and their spouses and grandchildren
• siblings and their spouses
• extended family of aunts, uncles and cousins
• friends and all our crazy adventures through the years
• silly moments in life that have made me laugh
• conversations I have had with my mom and mother-in-law, what sage souls these two are 

2019 Goals

• live in the moment - yesterday is history, tomorrow is an unknown story, make today a day to write about
• embrace the changing seasons
• accept other people’s talents and passions
• expand my knowledge of technology
• spend more time on our boat 
• step outside of my comfort zone 
• continue to learn about my family history
• be more aware of how negativity drags on my life  

What I Have Come to Realize

• pressures of parenting are eventually eclipsed by the love you have for your children and grandchildren
• expectations we place on ourselves are often unnecessary
• what a gift it was to grow up on the farm 
• change is hard, but it is a good thing
• importance of doing things that challenge and fulfill you    
  

I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for taking the time out of your busy lives to read my posts and listen to my podcast. I hope you continue to join me to see what 2019 has in store for Grandma G.

Happy New Year!

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