Here's to the countdown of deep breaths. Here's to the countdown of waiting before I speak. Here's to the countdown of five more minutes...or maybe just five more to relax. Here is to the countdown of items left on the to do list. And then another cheers to the countdown of deep breaths.
The funny part is most of the stress of the holidays is cast upon myself, by myself. So here's to letting it go!
I'm grateful to make a mess with my kids and husband making a whole gingerbread house village today. I'm grateful for the laughs that ensued watching each girls' technique in decorating. I'm grateful for plenty of time for the few things left on my to do list. I'm grateful for deep breaths. I'm grateful for conscious countdowns. I'm grateful for holiday fun and traditions. And I'm grateful for recognizing what is and isn't truly important this season.
What countdowns are you doing this time of year? Are you taking time to find balance?
May this season offer us the gift of conscious balancing. May we decide what is worth juggling and what plates can be set aside. Have a beautiful day!