Full rest day, mentally and somewhat physically, worked like a charm. After my home-massage, I slept very well, went to bed 7:30 and woke up 4:30pm. The plan was to rest and do whatever I could take my mind off so that was what I did. After my morning run at the gym, terrible air … Continue reading What I consumed in a rest day →

I went to dentist for follow up and so far things are okay and no need for a re-do of root canal. Yet, I have an ulcer in my tongue that hurts even without eating. Sigh... I think the stress is finally getting to me. Hang in there, few more days/weeks. I enjoyed this simple … Continue reading 5 on Friday →

One of the chapter makes the point that we shouldn’t aim to present ourselves as perfect. In fact, showing our messy side creates trust as we would only do that with our close family and friends. I fully agree! My thinking goes one more step. Not only by we showing our messy side connects us … Continue reading Showing our messy self →

What do I do before I leave for my run at 5:30? I prep girls lunch (just need to be heated), Sofia’s oatmeal freshly made, and Lizzy’s apple cake. I know they could probably do it for themselves but that’s my love language so I enjoy doing it. Air quality was bad, and I had … Continue reading Mommy duty before 6am & setting boundaries with kids →

I had a great start of the day. As part of my job hunting process, I had to appoint 12 people from work to provide feedback from my last 3 positions. I don't get to see them obviously. One of them texted me in the morning saying that she got the feedback request email, and … Continue reading Friends at work →