I’m learning that I need to take rest days from exercise, spend time outside, find a way to laugh each day, take frequent deep breaths, and spend some time in the quiet without technology and social media constantly buzzing around.
This type of self-care is new to me but I am noticing a difference. I remain calm longer, smile easier, and feel like I’m actually living life rather than focusing all my energy on being healthy. 
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Don’t you love it when life gives you a chance IMMEDIATELY to do what you said you would? 
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Three Thanksgivings in three days. If you weren’t aware, that is a lot of food. In the past, I probably would have worried about how I was going to navigate all that eating but this year I took a different approach.
I decided I wasn’t going to sit there and think about all the things I could or could not eat. I wasn’t going to fret about going overboard and shoving as much food in my face as possible. I was going to enjoy the people I was with, share the dishes I had made, and overall have a good time. In short I was going to not be a control freak and have a good Thanksgiving.
And you know what?
It was one of the best Thanksgivings ever. I spent time with the people I love and some I hadn’t seen in a long time. I made a chocolate peanut butter pie that was a hit (and I promise to share it soon). I laughed, I ate, I was thankful.
Like I said, one of the best Thanksgivings ever.
How was your holiday? Did you get to see friends and family? Eat any new dishes?
Don’t worry, I’m not going to get all touchy-feely about the Cubs in this post. I just thought it would be fun to share some of the fun things that are going on around here lately. If you do crave the touchy-feely, you can read this Cubs post here.
Theo Epstein with the trophy
Get ready for the onslaught of pumpkin recipes. I’m sorry I’m not sorry but it’s fall and it’s time for pumpkin. 
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