Finding a space at home where I can lock my door and get to work uninterrupted was essential to my successful return. This was the main reason in all honesty that I left for 30 days. So many distractions, so many little tasks that called to me. I could use distraction all day to avoid…
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Day 30 of My Midlife Sabbatical
Today is the day I return home and I felt surprisingly heavy. Emotionally exhausted, unprepared and overwhelmed. My thoughtful husband had anticipated this being a little harder for me and so he came up with a plan to give me an inspirational space to hang out, I could enjoy the city, it views from the…
Day 26 of My Midlife Sabbatical
As I start to plan my return back home, I asked my therapist for help. I have a good solid morning routine in place, which also involves a night time plan for the next day. This will ensure my mood stays lifted. I have realized above all things that I need to balance my input…
Day 23 of My Midlife Sabbatical
Today I have a chiropractic appointment. I have learned so much about my body and how to keep it away from potential injuries. It’s been so beneficial and different than I expected so I share a little of that here. I also share a very limited knowledge, tutorial on how to use make up on…
Day 21 of My Midlife Sabbatical
After work I got to attend a cocktail party. This time Prismlifestle.co hosted a “sip & sound” event. It was full of small gestures of self care that the attendees could participate in, including Foot Massage, Nail adornments and tiny tattoo’s. The food and cocktails were delicious and we were blessed with another sound bath….
Midlife Sabbatical Move in Day
Well I did it, I made a really hard, independent decision to move out of my family home and away from my love of 27 years, to get some uninterrupted me time. My ADHD has gotten the better of me and my past life and traumas have gotten me to a place where I do…
5 simple ways women over 40 can find peace in the chaos of a busy home
In this post, I will share 5 simple ways, women over 40 can create a place of peace within a busy home.
25 years worth of Dates and Ideas
Boyd and I met after I had been previously married. As newlyweds and parents of a 4 and 5 year old, we had to make “date night” a priority because we hadn’t actually been on dates prior to our marriage. Anyone with kids knows, they will suck 100% of your attention giving the opportunity, so…
Tips for the Organized Hoarder
My mum still lives in the same house I grew up in. I’m pretty sure it’s about 1,000 sq ft with 3 bedrooms and one bathroom. She’s very tidy and her place is well maintained. but i’m always so surprised when she can pull out some random thing from my childhood and know exactly where…
Pinterest Parties
When I was very young, a birthday party mean’t fun and games, yummy food and a chance to dress up fancy. We lived for them. It was so exciting when someone walked into school clutching their little bundle of invitations and lo and behold, one of them was for you. Most of the time it…