Time Flies

The older I get the faster time goes by or so it seems. Here we are in September. The better part of the year is behind us and in no time it’ll be Thanksgiving, Halloween, Christmas and another new year will be upon us.

As a child, Christmas and any exciting event I looked forward to appeared to take forever to come around. I remember how long it took for the school year to end and the long vacation to start. Oh how I lamented that whatever I was waiting on was taking just too long.  If only I were not in such a hurry to move time along but that’s the child’s way, anxious for time to fly.

Thinking about time flying is a good time to take a look at my goals for the year, see what’s on track and what needs to be readjusted or carried into the new year.

Morning Walks – Still part of my routine but done infrequently during the summer months when it becomes hot very early in the mornings. I`m back on track now that cooler mornings are here.

Volunteer –   Did this for a few months at a food bank. There was a change of management, I followed-up but did not hear from them.  Looking into volunteering with teen mothers.

Once a Month Family Dinner – Started off great but missed a few months. We have decided to consider picnics we attended on a Sunday in July and August as family dinners just not in my home. Works for me.  Looking forward to getting together in the following months.

Learn Father’s Family History – Thought this would be an easy task working with my Aunt Millie, my father’s sister. Sent off a list of questions with a SASE to make it easy for her but she called to say she cannot remember details like before. I didn’t want her to be stressed about it so asked her to disregard the request. She gave me the name of the plantation from our past so I hope to use this information to help with research in the archives.

Maintain my Home – Easiest goal to keep going since I like a neat home. Closets do get out of whack only because there’s too much in them.  I`m also maintaining my garden.  Just need to spend more time sitting and enjoying it.

Socialize with Girlfriends – Apart from spending more time with my neighbour such as going to the farmers’ market every Friday morning, I’ve not seen much of my other girlfriends this year. Something we lamented. Just couldn’t seem to get everyone together to go to ribfest  or other events.  We definitely have to work on this.

Meet a Nice Man for Companionship – Although someone from my past is visiting and I like his company, this is not the relationship I expect to have so I continue to keep my options open as well as my eyesJ

Say Yes More Often – The best kept goal so far. I went to a picnic I hadn’t attended in 20 years and had a lot of fun. As well as a similar but smaller one and also had a good time. Attended the CNE after approximately 25 years and went on rides although not crazy ones. Went to the lake, walked by the river, and attended a few events at a cultural centre 45 minutes away. Tons more fun saying yes.

Travel at Least Twice – For business and pleasure – Travelled once for pleasure but expect the business portion to be accomplished next year.

Grow My Business – There were a few setbacks that had to be overcome. Complete changes were made and I can say although I was mad about what transpired at the beginning, it turned out to be a blessing in disguise as the technology is current and I am very happy with the results. Had a successful party and launch and looking forward to great things.

Will keep you posted.