Anticipation

Positive anticipation gives us energy.  Each year may include several of these positively anticipated events:

• Birthdays, especially a child's
• Holidays
• Weddings
• Births
• Graduations
• Vacations
• New Jobs
• Promotions
• New Homes
• New Cars
• Visits from loved ones or friends
• Awards
• Raises and Bonuses
• Successfully completing big projects

Optimism each day about the possibilities of new experiences, small victories and time with those we cherish can spread positive anticipation throughout the year.

Transformations

I love the holidays!  The transformation of our home as we decorate every room is exciting.  There can be no doubt that it's the Christmas season. The transformation is complete when Christmas school vacations begin and the constant, welcome flow of our children's friends fills our home with vibrancy, joy and laughter.

When the last nativity is stored, and school begins again, our home initially seems a little empty.  Lovely memories and beautiful photos help fill the void.