"The first step to getting the things you want out of life is this: Decide what you want."
Ben Stein
Twice in this last week I have read advice about how to get your life moving in the right direction again. I read an article in a magazine about using a life coach and that was the first question she poses to her clients. "Decide what it is you want."
It doesn't seem like it would be that hard to decide what it is that you want but when you stop and think about what you really want, that is accomplishable it becomes an interesting question. Winning the mega lottery would be nice but that isn't something that I can control other than buying a ticket, so I scratched that desire. "Something finite that will make you happy". Figure it out they say and then it is easy to put a plan into place to achieve it. We'll see!
I have been away from the computer this week because we three have been under the weather. Mike must have brought a virus home because on Sunday he was flat on his back with major stomach pains and vomiting all day. He was sure he had food poisoning but as he and Steve had eaten exactly the same thing and Steve was showing no signs we ruled that out. When he was still feverish and cramping we took him to the doc on Monday and it was ruled a virus. He was relieved and as I had imagined all sorts of awful things I was too. He laid around the rest of Monday and was back to work on Tuesday morning at 5AM. But I started throwing up right about the time he went to work. I spent Tuesday in bed but before I could rally completely Steve started the process late Tuesday night. Fortunately we are all recovered now, but look out if you have seen us in the last 48 hours.
The memorial day weekend looks promising weather wise for a change and as there are still plenty of outdoor projects and activites we will stay busy. I think of memorial day as a day to celebrate our heroes. John is one of them this year.
3 comments:
And you are my hero or should that be my heroine. Happy Memorial Day and glad to hear everyone has recovered from what sounds like a virus I do not want to get to know. Love to all...
Please don't let that virus cross the border-and I will hold my breath on the way to Columbus tomorrow. Poor Mike,poor Linda and poor Steve, that sounds like no fun at all. I'm glad you are better for the long weekend. We will keep John in our thoughts this weekend-and you and Steve too. Here's hoping the weather co-operates and we get a little warm up for the gardens to take hold.
Thinking of you all and sending love. Have a good weekend.
As always, I love your quote and thoughts. Ben Stein is one of my favorite 3rd millenium thinkers. I saw an interesting quote that might help you on your journey to discover what you want to do next in life. It said, "If you knew you wouldn't fail, what would you want to do?" Maybe, start there! I think it is really exciting to be able to choose when so many people have to settle for something. You are wide open for possibilities.
Glad you all have recovered from your "bug" - hopefully summer will be healthy and fun!
I keep you in my heart and thoughts, and always, you are in my prayers! John is my Memorial Day hero. Loving you!
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