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​​’Twas the night before something, that big festive thing—
 When the world’s supposed to sparkle, perform, and to sing. The ads all said “joy,” but she mostly felt tired, 
Her calendar overbooked, her patience expired. The list kept growing—though she’d already run, 
From task to task, with no time for fun.
 Her hands kept on moving, her mind miles away, 
Missing the moments that make up this day. This year, she decided to show up anew Less pressure, more peace, a wonderful

The holidays arrive each year with a familiar rhythm: the neighborhood lights go up, local radio stations start playing festive,  occasionally grating,  carols, and calendars gradually fill with intimate gatherings and celebrations planned between loved ones. Across many traditions—from Christmas, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa, to the Winter Solstice, and New Year—the holiday season carries with it an air of warmth and positivity, as well as an invitation to slow down, reflect, and c

Biting off more than you can chew is an old idiom alluding to taking on more than you can handle at one time.  I know I have been in this overzealous position, either out of excitement or naiveté, and found myself unsure or overwhelmed with a huge task.  When did I think I would have the time, energy, or patience for this project?  The size of the task was clear but my perception of time and my ability was off the mark.  There are plenty of lessons to be gathered here in humb

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