As we begin 2008 I find myself not reflecting much on the past. When you spend so much time trying not to think about your disease it is hard to think about much other than today. So, as we go into a new year I am not thinking about survival, my next scan or how long I will be taking Zeloda or what medication will be next I am not even going to question how I will feel tomorrow. I will simply make today my best day.
I was recently included in a meeting with the Sales Agents at work and what each of them needed to bring to the table was their individuals goals. Although I was not asked to do the same it did caused me to think, what would I say? I know setting goals is important however I choose not too. I celebrate things daily like growing eyelashes, my eyes not watering, Luke bringing home an A or catching a pitch he throws that causes my hand to sting. That is what each day is about for me. Not what goals can be acheived in my life or career. I found when I set goals and they are not realized I am so disappointed, which leads to frustration. I do not want to feel that way so I find it better for me not to set those goals. What I do, is the best I can, work as hard as I can, be the best daughter, wife, friend, mother and patient I can.
I am happiest celebrating our daily victories. Try it! share with me and all reading what you are celebrating today.
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Hello
I love the great attitude! Something small to add that maybe will bring light someone reading...So I am sweating my butt off feeling a lot of pain, in the mean time keeping in mind not compare myself to those around me during a difficult yoga pose (esp. the 68 year old right next to me who is inverted-facing forward with her toes over her head.) Then my yoga teacher says in this pure voice..."DO YOUR BEST AND LET YOUR BEST BE GOOD ENOUGH." I love that saying! It brings me back to me. I try to say it out loud three times in a row on a daily basis. So I guess today I am celebrating me doing my best ;)
Hugs,
Heather
This is lovely - thank you for this wonderful reminder of the important things in life! I am one of the pastors at your sister's church. I will check your blog from time to time to see how you are doing - my husband and I have been holding you in our prayers every morning for some time now. I have not checked the blog for a couple months and was thinking about you -- your January entry is just what I needed to be reminded of today - so thank you for ministering to me! Let's hear it for making each day the best day it can possibly be and letting that be good enough! Pastor Debra Samuelson
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