Gratituesday 2.20.18 - Finding Connection...and my cute vest!

Global warming is in full effect and it's currently 62 degrees in New York City. Taking full advantage of the weather, I finally got the opportunity to wear a fun vest that I bought a few months ago. The woman sitting next to me on the train commented on my vest and said she's sure that I've gotten at least a hundred compliments so far. In fact, she was the first! I smiled, thanked her for the kind words and then went back to the podcast I was listening to. It was such a welcome interaction in a city where we tend to fight for personal space. Without staring at our phones or devices we can connect more with those around us. Why don't we...I mean, why don't I do that more? As an introvert, it's harder for me to step out of my comfort zone and find connection, but I promise to take baby steps. Care to join me? In the meantime, here are my weekly lists!

GRATITUDES

1. Teaching more yoga

2. Warmer temps and having my windows open

3. Networking opportunities

4. Hot coffee & red wine

5. Time and the ability to binge watch The Amazing Race. Totally guilty pleasure. I love that show!

CELEBRATIONS

1. A clean kitchen sink

2. The return to regular Spanish lessons. According to Duolingo, I'm 33% fluent!

3. Booking 1 more wedding and 2 counseling couples this week

4. A regular yoga practice and success on #operationsidecrow

5. I know it's silly, but I finally put my laundry away! Go me.

DESIRES

1. For the one remaining mouse (I hope it's only 1!) to go into the trap I made so I can humanely get him out of my apartment!

2. To go on a date

3. To write a blog post a week

4. To plan more travel

5. To be more proactive about building connection

Well, folks, that's them. Feel free to comment and encourage below. If you are feeling it, please add your own gratitudes, celebrations and/or desires. Here's to connection with those around us, and to a hugely fulfilling week!