Changing Direction

Each morning that I wake up, I realize more and more that I made the best decision to take a corporate world hiatus. It isn't just about having time for leisure. It's time for self improvement both mentally and physically. Being my own boss is growing on me and I've actually worked into a mini routine as of late. Most mornings I am up before 8am and dressed by 9am. I go into our home office and get caught up on news, emails, and social media. Each day I have projects I'm working on, financials, chores, and on certain days I'm out running errands and hitting the gym. One of the biggest things to get used to of course has been being fully dependent on my husband for income. That's a hard thing to do when for all of our marriage I've brought in the "other half". Although we planned for this, it has still taken a little getting used to. But so far, so good. I have to say that he's been great about it. It sometimes seems as if he's enjo...

It's 2010...the beginning of a new year! Did you do anything special for New Year's Eve? Hubby and I stayed in and popped a bottle of champagne. It was a nice, peaceful evening to reflect back on 2009 a little but to mostly think forward to the year ahead. 2009 was a tough year for many people but we were fortunate. We've practiced much more conservatism these past couple of years and it has helped us through the tough economy. We still splurge on occasion, just not nearly as much as in the past and it's been okay. Focusing on each other and people in our lives rather than monetary things has been key. So, looking forward, 2010 will be more of that same attitude. Staying in a positive state is really important. Having a positive attitude attracts positive things into your life. I am seeing this each and every day with so many blessings flowing my way. Avoiding negative people or situations is something else I will continue to do as well as being more cognisant of the wo...