Hiya Monday, (Happy New Year)

I originally had a different post in mind, something longer, something speaking to the future, something about goals, and inspiration, something about a new year new outlook, something optimistic. But then I watched the news this morning, listening to the list of new lockdowns, and restrictions, the high case count and the inevitable rate of transmission. And it certainly doesn't feel like a good way to start the new year. I don't know what to expect from this year. All I know is that 2020 and 2021 were unquestionably hard on all of us, and yet we are still here. Still fighting. Somehow holding on, even in the midst of grief, loss and hardship. I can only hope 2022 will be easier on us but there is no guarantee. So, what I do hope for us all, what I put out into the universe, what I ask of whoever reads this: be easier on yourself and kinder to each other.

I also hope that you put down your phone, turn off the news, and find healthy ways to escape the madness. Read a thrilling book, binge-watch Netflix, watch Disney movies, exercise, meditate, listen to music or a thrilling podcast, watch stand up, go for a long drive, cook something delicious, call a friend, take a soothing sweet scented bath, write a poem or short story, paint, colour, start piecing together one of those wall sized puzzles, take a must needed walk in the sun (but bundle up of course, it's real chilly out there). Do what you gotta do to unwind. We have all been through it lately, and I feel like we are all on edge, one loose branch away from breaking. Our beliefs heavy on our tongue, our opinions fidgeting on our fingertips, our frustrations etched into a frown, our grief thick on the curve of our brow. We are all perpetually exhausted and I just want this post to remind you to take a break from the cruel reality of our world. Everyday, find time to take a break and unwind, the battle will be right where you left it.

Until next time,

With Love,

Teya