wE aRe eXaCtLy wHeRe wE nEEd 2 bE . . .

Dear FunFreePps--

HAve you ever noticed that the right message from the Universe seems to arrive exactly when you need it? You can probably see the card I got this morning from one of my besties, Alana. I have been in a place, lately, that hasn't been--well, so Christmasey (if that's a word, but you know what I mean . . .).

I feel really stressed and pressured by all of the expectations I put upon myself for the season (enter perfectionism ALERT)--decorating, shopping, wrapping, party-going, baking--and, not to mention everyday stuff like momming (another made up word) working, shoveling, teaching, washing, cooking, cleaning, entertaining . . .  and I'll stop there before I bore you too much with my story about my overwhelm.

So this morning I was relieved when I got to work; I opened a manila envelope with this message: 

YOU ARE

EXACTLY

WHERE YOU

SHOULD BE

YOU ARE DOING

EXACTLY

WHAT YOU SHOULD

BE DOING

I was relieved to get this reminder. The (not so) hidden message for me is this:

• Your best is good enough.
• You don't have to be perfect.
• You have enough time.
• All is well.
• Breathe.

During this time of year, I often get caught up in running around like a crazy person . . . but in the next couple of days, I am going to try to jUsT bE instead of dO. Try to enjoy the relationships I have, and be grateful for the time well-spent with those I love. The gifts don't mean so much, after all. What I want to give most is my presence--I think that's the best present of all. What will you give this Christmas?

Lots of Love!

Dana