Getting into a new rhythm, slowly. I still get up at the crack of dawn and enjoy a nice hot cup of fresh ground brew, yet, I no longer feel the need to obey the continually ticking clock to get everyone and everything out the door by x, or else there’s heck to pay for the rest of the day equal to the amount of x + 1.
Today, I can pack a great school lunch, I can have highly intellectual debates around why it is a good idea to wear shorts in 50 degree weather with my offspring and I find it very refreshing to take a brisk walk over to the elementary school in same 50 degree weather and the sun peeking out from behind the clouds.
I have not yet arrived at complete zen in order to actually think about what to do next. I do know this much: it has to make a difference, it has to leave a positive impact, it has to be fulfilling and challenging at the same time, and it has to be fun!