Happy Memorial Day!

At last Friday is here, and it’s a long weekend to boot! I’m really looking forward to just relaxing and doing a mental re-set. I realized yesterday that I need a little bit more balance in my life. I’m struggling with feeling like I work all the time and don’t do anything fun. I’m hoping the weather is nice enough to go to a local parade this weekend, and I must grab a burger somewhere. I mean, it’s the principle of the thing.

When I was younger, Memorial Day weekend always meant the pool was officially open, and summer was finally here. I used to love going to the pool. In fact, there were many years that I worked as a lifeguard, and this weekend would signify the beginning of working outside all day and hanging out with friends every night. I just don’t think it gets any better than that. Ah, memories. :)

But, let’s be honest. The start of summer, barbecues, and parades are not the real purpose of Memorial Day. It’s a day to honor those service men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice in order to protect our country. I found this article to be really informative.

Thank you to all the men and women who have served and are currently serving this country!!

Comments

Happy April Fools' Day!

I'm not a very creative person, and have never come up with something truly funny to do to my friends, family, or any roommates I've had over the years. Maybe one day I'll be able to put some of the ideas below to good use. Until then... these are just amusing.

Embrace Being Uncomfortable

We’ve all heard it before, “ Life isn’t always comfortable.” Even if the change is a positive one, like eating healthier… it’s still not comfortable. I’m in the process of buying my first home, and while I’m so happy and excited, I’m also really nervous and scared. I would like to think I’m ready for the additional challenges and responsibilities of owning my own home. But, what if I’m not? Big life changes can be really nerve-racking! But, I’m finding familiarity with being uncomfortable. And, I actually take that to be a good thing. If we get too comfortable, there is no growth, and if there is no growth, then we are just slowly dying. So, this week, embrace being a little uncomfortable. It’s how you know you’re changing!

There is No Gain Without Struggle

We all struggle with something. In our moments of struggle, it's impossible to think that other people could possibly be feeling the same hurt, frustration, and loneliness we are. Remember you are not alone. Struggling is a part of being human. Without it, we would not appreciate the good things that we have. Today, recognize that without struggle, we are not driven to be better. You are better today, than you were yesterday. Just keep going! Keep taking steps every day to work towards your goals of personal development.

Diary of a Spinster and Lunatic

Search This Blog