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2021 Brain Dump

I recently hosted a vision board planning group to look at what we want our 2022 year to bring us.  One day was set aside to look at our past year. 

The assignment:
"Write about this past year. What were you able to accomplish? What DID work? Also, what were you hoping for that didn't happen?"

Here was the results of my brain dump. 

I created a beautiful vision for my year. I wanted to conquer my children's picky eating, physically be able to do pull ups, grow my side hustle into a thriving business, build our family dream home, and travel for work and pleasure. 

None of this was accomplished. 

Not one of these visions were able to be checked off the to-do list of life. 

But what I've realized is that it has been one of my best years. I worked towards goals. I focused on myself and the things that were important to me. I put time and effort into things that I made my priorities. 

My kids are thriving. They are wonderful, loving, healthy children. Yes, they are still picky on which foods they eat, but they are starting to be willing to try more from outside of their comfort zone. They are not suffering for nutrition, and we are not fighting and crying over mealtime. 

I didn't do a single pull up, but I do now own a pull up bar (that needs to be installed... 😆) and I worked out most days and kept my strength and fitness level up. I found my joy in being active and moving with a passion that makes me want to keep going. I still have goals to work towards and a reason to keep going. I also discovered where and when to pause and readjust when programs don't serve me and my joy. 

My side hustle, has not been a huge money maker, but I realize that's not why I want it. I have found friendships I never knew I needed. I have connected with friends old and new because of it. I have helped others find ways to improve and maintain their health. I have realized that it is the connection and the helping that serves my passion for starting. Will it grow this year? Maybe. Will I continue to serve those that need me? Always. 

Our home. Oh how it goes so much slower than expected. We haven't broken ground or secured the financing. But we have moved forward. We have finalized the plans. We have applied for permits. We have confirmed our passion for the project and our determination for completion this year. I am not always known for my patience, but I know that our home will be worth the wait ♡

As for travel. Well, few experienced what they hoped for this year. But I saw family and friends when it was safe to do so. I found peace and joy in being home more, slowing down, and appreciating what I have and less of what I seek. 

It was a year of growth and love. I have no regrets of the year behind me, and only a year ahead for more dreams to become reality in they way I need, even if not in the way I envision. 

Happy New Year. I wish for you all that you desire for the year ahead, and if not that, then all that you need even if it comes in a different form ♡

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