Wow. 2021. What a relief to have gotten here in one piece, huh? 2020 was such a crazy year–I don’t even think I blogged once. And it’s not like I didn’t have time to do it, since I have pretty much been home since March. I feel like I just had so much to say, but didn’t know HOW to say any of it. So we will just let that year go–watch it leave in the rear-view mirror, and focus on the positive things we KNOW will happen this year.

AS I have done many years now, I am WRITING my vision board. I love writing out my year as if it has already happened. It helps my brain visual it, and it is amazing how much of what I write happens.

2021

Today is January 1, 2022. I am sitting here, by the calming fire in my fireplace, while it is cold and snowy outside, drinking my hot chocolate, thinking about all the beautiful things that have happened in 2021.

UNAPOLOGETIC POWER, TAKING CONTROL, RELEASE

I started working with an intuitive coach in January. I joined her program called Unapologetic Power, and it changed my life. I mean it changed.my.life. I started understanding my subconscious thoughts, and my Reptilian Brain (whose name is Sally). I had no idea how much Sally was controlling me, keeping me in fear, from trying new things, from putting myself out there. Even though I have come so far these past few years, I have come THAT much farther this year. I learned to start focusing on the here and now. I started meditating every single day, giving myself projects to do instead of laying around and watching tv. I allowed myself tv time when I worked out, and after 8pm as I settled down. By living in the now, instead of the past, I was able to change my future.

VENGEANCE, ACCEPTANCE , INSPIRATION

I picked a theme word for 2021. It was “Vengeance”. I tried to change it several times, but my brain kept bringing me back. At first, it sounded like such a violent word. But once I sat and thought about it, I realized my subconscious was telling me to do everything I do with a vengeance, like put my whole body and soul into it. So, I worked out with a vengeance, I focused on my diet and my weight with a vengeance, I organized my time with a vengeance, I focused on my husband and my pack with a vengeance. Luka (my dog) and I got more active together, and we BOTH got in shape together. And because we were both looking and feeling so good, we inspired Chris to use his free time working out more, and he feels better now, too. I started cooking, which was huge in itself! That definitely helped us all get in better health.

ORGANIZATION, ROUTINE, EXERCISE

Because I organized my schedule, instead of winging it like I always had done, I got more done, and had more “free” time. I got up at 645am and did my meditation first thing. I was then motivated to keep going, as I had already done something for myself. I scheduled everything in my book. I worked out first thing in the am, including walking Luka. I was the office manager for Chris’s company in the late morning/early afternoon. I was an animal communicator and energy healer in the mid afternoon. I then cooked us dinner and did household stuff. By the time we ate our early dinner (we both were doing intermittent fasting by then!), I was getting tired, so allowed myself time to do what I wanted, and then bed by 10pm. I am a very routine person, so it was fine having a pretty set schedule. On the weekends, we would take Luka fun places, and do things for the two of us. GIving myself things to focus on kept my mind busy, and I was able to stay much happier, even though I had to stay home through July. Plus, this whole time I had my UP zoom calls that I fit into my schedule, and those were HUGE for keeping me happy, motivated and knowing that my life was going in the right direction.

ANIMALS, HEALING, THE NEXT VOYAGE

Once I could finally leave my house safely, I started to focus more on my animal business. I spent more time at my friends Animal Sanctuary. It was so great finally being with everyone in person, rather than on the phone or through energy. I also started getting more in-person clients around Boulder. I worked with several vets offices, and holistic pet stores in town, and what really grew were my services around older and sick animals. I helped with a lot of euthanasia sessions, and my name started getting around town more for that. That is one of the things I love to do the most, as it helps the owner through the hardest part of pet guardianship. I helped them understand HOW the animal was feeling, and was there, reiki’ing them as they transitioned, with messages throughout the whole process. It brought much comfort to the grieving parents. And it made my heart happy knowing I could help in a huge way.

FAMILY, THE PACK

I know, we all must have fun as well. It was great being able to see our family again. Spending time in the mountains with mom and Peter was much needed. And having Thanksgiving and Christmas with them was lovely! One thing we finally were able to do was go visit my dad and stepmom in Boston, in September. We hadn’t seen them in 9 years, so it was very special. My dad is almost 90 now, and made it through the pandemic with flying colors. We are closer now than ever, so seeing him made us all happy. It was also great for Chris to get away from his business, which has continued to be incredibly successful this year. And, we added to our pack. We finally got another golden. We swore we were never getting a puppy again, but well, you know how that goes. It took everyone a little while, as usual, but they are all very close now. And we adore the new little girl!

KEEPING SALLY QUIET

So, as you can see, 2021 has been good. In some ways, being made to stay home in the first half helped me focus, and then enjoy the second half even more. We are all happy, enjoying life and balance, working on keeping low stress. I have learned how to keep Sally quiet, so I can work on having a fun and exciting life, without letting fear hold me back. Learning how to stop listening to her helped me understand that life didn’t HAVE to be boring and full of fear. If you came at life with a vengeance, it would be much more fullfilling and bright!

If you have made it this far, thank you for reading! Visualization is very powerful, and writing it down is even better!

Until next time….