Hello 2023. Very nice to meet you!
I love the start of things.
Sometimes I buy a book based solely on how much I love the first sentence. First sentences are a big deal to writers. They set the tone for all that’s to come. That’s how I woke up this morning; eager to set the tone for 2023 with a happy heart. I suppose every morning is a new beginning, but there’s something about this day, this morning that makes me wildly happy. I love a clean slate, a freshly washed chalkboard, a new sheet of watercolor paper, freshly washed and ironed sheets. (Yes, I iron my sheets, try it before you roll your eyes!)
I could go on and on…
I don’t make resolutions, but as someone who lives a very intentional life, I set intentions.
So, here’s some things I intend to get better at this year. They’re things that matter a lot to me. Ready? It’s not an earth-shattering list but perhaps it will inspire you to create your own list. Keep it short so you can remind yourself of your intentions every morning when you wake up.
1. Try to take time and really look all the amazing people in my life in the eye and just be present. Really appreciate them. Love them. I like to think I’m pretty good at this, but I want to be even better. The relationships we have with our friends and our family (and honestly even strangers) are everything. They are the true wealth of our lives. Did I mention I’m having a grandson in March? What if, what if… we looked at all people like we look at babies? Can you just imagine how our world might change?
2. Continue to love and care for this one body I’ve been given in this life. Find exciting ways to get even stronger and more confident in my body’s own strength. Our bodies are magical. I play hard so I get hurt occasionally, and it never ceases to amaze me how our bodies heal and work. I want to make sure that every day I’m fueling my body with the best food I can find and afford. Some of the things that get sold in the grocery store as real food just blow my mind. I will continue to stay away from those foods and spend more time with the “fresh from the ground” foods. Don’t worry Ice Cream sandwiches, I’m not talking about you.
3. Let go of things that are no longer serving me. Like beating myself up in my head about things that happened long ago. Why do humans do that? Every year I have to remind myself of this one.
4. Follow my dreams and heart. Every single day.
That’s it! That’s all I’ve got for now.
Oh wait. I intend to sell my beautiful home so I can move to the one I have fallen madly in love with!! Email me at Robbin@robbinphilllips.com, if you want more information on my newly renovated home in downtown Greenville.
I can’t even explain the way this yard looks when it’s not the dead of winter and the bushes are full with white blooms!
