36 things in 36 years

Things I love:

Travel: a new place, new food, anticipation of discovery

Campfire: the smell of wood smoke in my hair, sticky marshmallows, warm clothing, late nights, friends and smiles

Sun: the smell of suntan lotion, warm sun, tanned skin, lake water, loud music

Paper: a fresh planner, a fresh notebook

Clean teeth: the feel and taste of fresh breath

Exercise: strong muscles, endorphins, clear mind

Tribe: my chosen tribe who supports me, loves me, & cares for me because they choose to, not because they have to

Spa’s: music, smells, relaxation, water with cucumbers in it

Spooning: my husband is the best big spoon

Bedtime: kisses from my kids & the sound of stories being told

Laughing

Things I don’t:

Worry: I’ve spent too much of my life worrying about too many useless things

Washing my face: at night, it drives me crazy

Politics: Everyone is lying

Liars: being lied to

War: it’s usually about greed and good people die

Complaining & Excuses: I have a three-time limit

Gossip: turns my stomach

“Normal & Happy”: standards that make everyone feel worse

Things I’ve learned:

Time moves fast.

I learn best from failure.

Looks fade, your intentions and heart are what matter.

People are good by nature, but some of them turn into assholes.

Wisdom is teaching me to see people more for their actions and less for the words.

My parents were once my age and just figuring things out too.

Food should be about flavor and not abundance.

I have a deep well for forgiveness when amends are made.

I have sad days. I do my best to work through them and identify the root cause.

I am a good Mom.

The relationships I treasure are based on honesty.

All of life is a lesson, I pay better attention now.

My kids are a gift.

My face is loud.

I am low maintenance and overwhelmed by fashion.

You can love someone but not like them very much.

I am a writer.