Prepared

I’m currently feeling
Prepared.

My thoughts creating this feeling:
Had a fabulous day yesterday. All pressies wrapped. Lovely long lunch with a work friend with cocktails and wine. We’d have probably gone on somewhere else to drink had I not needed to be home. Quick turn around then off to see Glow, the festival of lights at Hyde Hall. Even better this year, more to see and walk amongst, more food and mulled wine. Napped on and off on the sofa, before cozying up in bed. Today, not much on other than tidy up ready for R’s arrival later this afternoon. Looking forward to having her home, even if its only for 24 hrs. Will see lots of her over the next week or two.

My extraordinary goal for the year is…
To be financially savvy again. Planning for early retirement by getting back on track with understanding my savings, investments and pensions.

What result will I produce this month?
Lunch yesterday was a set price menu for 3 courses, so knew how much that was going to be. I did buy my friend some flowers as an extra. Going to purchase a couple of Amazon vouchers as extra gifts for a couple of people, but don’t think I have any other major expenses now, this side of next payday, which is only 4 days away.

My tasks for the day is…
Tidy R’s room. Make Dad’s birthday cake. Gather things ready for tomorrow. Maybe do the ironing today as we’re not around tomorrow. Don’t need to be anywhere, so read, maybe a quick JWW before R arrives, chill out.

What thoughts are holding me back? 
There’s alway expectation I’ll make cake, and I’m a bit out of practice to be honest. I just don’t make them as frequently as I used to. It’ll be simple and seasonal.

What thought will I practice instead?
I don’t actually have to make cake, but do quite enjoy it when I do. I rarely use the kitchen these days.

What can I remove, elevate, upgrade or add to my style to embody my future self?
Grey jeans, purple flowered tshirt, grey long cardigan. comfortable for housework and chilling in. Gibraltar bracelet, Star pendant hoop earrings and necklace set. Nothing fancy to get in the way.

What can I remove, elevate, upgrade or add to align with my future self’s environment?
Tidying up ahead of R’s arrival. Long overdue anyway, but good excuse to get C to clear some of his junk from the living room.

What am I excited to practice and improve?
Being mum.

My progress and my blessings
Looking forward to R being here. Will feed her up and listen to what she’s been up to at Uni and work and interning. Hopefully she won’t be too tired from work and travelling.

What do I declare myself to be today?
Mum.

What questions can I ask of myself today?
How can I prepare to have R home and make her feel like she’s where she always has a safe haven. I know some of her high school friends never come back to see their parents and I’ve always told R this is her forever home regardless of what’s going on.

What words of encouragement, insight, wisdom or humour does my future self have for me today?
Can’t wait to hear what she’s been up to and see she’s fit and healthy for myself.