Good morning world and thanks for tuning in to another day here on Planet Magnet.
What a crazy several days that has been.
I haven’t known if I was coming or going.
I have been that busy that I have forgotten the most simplest of things like friends names or the correct words to use when I have been writing my posts (no change there then I hear you say…!) It is like I have been faced with a complete blank and have not know how to overcome it.
To that end I am determined that this shall not happen again and that I shall be better organised and not take on too much at one go. I shall endeavour to rest properly and recharge my batteries satisfactorily each night that I might at least be able to spell ver words wot I righted dahn…
A bit of streamlining will come in handy and learning to say NO is a thing I have often wanted to be able to do, so maybe I may start trying that on and seeing if it suits me every now and then. I know there is no magic wand to do this, all it requires is for me not to be a pleaser and to consider myself before I start saying yes left right and centre.
Maybe this could come after a little break from doing things for a few days. Today could be the last day when I feel that I have to fudge about sorting other peoples problems out and might be able to start with my own such as wrapping presents on time so that I can take them to my Sons house this morning before taking him and my Grandson to lunch.
However, the reality is I shall be rushing around and shall no doubt be late leaving to see my boy because at the last minute I decided that I had better sort something for someone believing incorrectly that I can once again fit a quart of time into a pint pot.
Don’t get me wrong, I still love to help and there are those whom helping gives me as much joy doing it as it does them receiving my help, but some jobs are a little long in the tooth and a little repetitive so tend to bore as time goes by.
So today will see me in the final throes of wrapping, delivering, walking, feeding, shopping and generally all round helping out and I plan that from tomorrow I shall be most definitely in a state of relaxation and not actively seeking work (even though I shall no doubt still be be on call to some for part of my time… 😉 )
I trust you have all of your plans made and everything tied up into a nice bow because remember, it’s just two more shopping days till…..
‘Till tomorrow,
Stay out of the fridge…..
Its a brand new start for us all, hope you have a great Crimbo Cameron and here is too a brilliant new year for everyone 🙂
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Absolutely Ed, wise words and more.
I truly hope that everyone feels the love this year and things start to come together for all in 2016.
All the best my friend and a Merry Christmas to you and yours for sure 🙂
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Learning to say “no” without apology is a tricky thing to master. He’s the great part about it though (and take this from a reformed “yes”-girl. My friends and family know when I offer to do something or agree to do something it’s because I really want to. It’s not out of guilt, obligation or the fact that I feel bad they need help. I say “yes” because I really want to help. It goes back to that authentic life that I’ve mentioned a few times – mostly because I have to remind myself of that too. Luckily I’ve learned to master the art of saying “no” without apology over the last 10 years but somehow I’ve yet to master it when it comes to my Mom. Softie when it comes to my parents I guess. 🙂 Anyway, I hope you can take time for yourself to relax, enjoy time with your son and just spend the holidays feeling proud of all you have accomplished and all you have yet to tackle!
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Thank you Janell.
I shall get there for sure and will be very much like you, doing things because I really want to do them and not because I feel obliged. I suppose I must work out what that difference feels like to put into practise but I will get there!
Today I have finished running around and my son has just said he will come over to me so I can now officially relax from this moment forth….!
Oh happy days…..
Have a great Christmas Janell and enjoy the festivities.
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Time to re-set and re-charge the batteries for a new and upcoming year. Stay on your current path and see the world from a whole new perspective. Have a Very Merry Christmas, my friend.
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Thats the plan Doc.
Get myself focussed on things that are good for me and stay focussed on them with a whole new outlook.
A Merry Christmas to you as well Doc, have a great time.
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After a year of massive ups and downs, I’m looking forward to a few days of doing as little as it’s possible to do while still keep ourselves and the animals fed and comfortable. :
Have a peaceful Christmas. 🙂
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That is what it is all about. A time of reflection and understanding.
Recharging for the next one and making the next one infinitely better than the previous one…!
Merry Christmas to you to Susie.
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How nice that he is coming to you….Not only are the holidays hectic but it sounds as if you have had a few good friends needing more of your time and love than normal….its hard to say to say no, but I have learned we must take care of us first so we can give to them….so take care of you my friend….sometimes its just about what not to do….LOL Time to reset, relax and regroup….notice the theme…LOL Merry Christmas my friend….sit back and wait for ole St Nick..
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It was a lovely afternoon Kat, he came over and I enjoyed seeing both him and the grandson. We went for a walk with the dog (which my Grandson loved!) then headed into town to get some last minute bits and pieces. I even bought my Grandson a stocking for Santa to fill up. His Dad wasn’t very happy with me for some reason…. 😉
It has been a hectic end to the year for sure and it has been tough but I have handled it well and am enjoying the down time today and coming days.
I shall however be good to me for a while and try on the NO word for size every now and then and see how it feels along with the looks their faces….
Have a great Christmas Kat.
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and don’t you dare apologize for saying no…you deserve to be pampered and first…..trust me they will be shocked…its good for them, no more taking Cameron for granted!!!
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This made me smile!!! Thanks Kat!
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Anytime my friend….kat
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You really need to take care of you! It’s hard to be pulled in many directions but don’t forget you Cameron!
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I’m trying Lynz. It is tough but I shall get there. My life is changing and my psyche is changing along with it so I need to learn the fact that Cameron is worthy of having things done for him too….
Merry Christmas Lynz!
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Yes it is hard to do I know! You will get there and you are so worthy!!! Merry Christmas to you too!
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Thank you Lynz – Smiling!!
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keep telling yourself that and believe it dear!!
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I shall. 🙂
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