It's been a really, really long time since I've made a commitment to daily writing. The last time I can really think I did it was when I was teaching in China and blogging daily. Recently I've been thinking a lot about practicing what I preach, quite literally: as a reading and writing teacher, it is important to my students and also to my own practice that I read and write daily.
For the next 31 days, I am committing to writing at least a few minutes about a "slice of my life" and joining some other teachers in an online community. I am also committing to leaving at least three comments on other posts a day. One of my New Years resolutions was to write more so this seems like fun.
I've always loved the start of a new month. I love changing the background screen on my computer, I love turning the page in my calendar, and I love setting new goals and intentions. (Strong Libra energy, right?) I also really like spring. This was my first Ohio winter since college and I forgot how long they feel. I'm hoping this month brings some new energy (after a season of feeling so, so tired and kind of down) and the zest of passion that I usually have for my job.
What are you hoping to accomplish in March?
I like your relaxed "way". I can tell that you really jump into life and do what you can when you can. I want to embrace that, too, and let go of perfectionism!
ReplyDeleteThank you-- that is so kind of you to say!
DeleteTurning the calendar to a new month is one of my favorite things. It's that "start fresh" feeling. I hadn't thought of changing the computer background screen each month, but I love the idea. Maybe THAT is what I will accomplish in March. (I'm a bit afraid to blog every day AND commit to accomplishing more than a background change. Thanks for the inspiration.)
ReplyDeleteI completely get it and I am similar. Feeling very overextended. But we are here and trying!
DeleteWelcome to the SOL challenge. I am sure you will find it rewarding. Going out on a limb here I will also say that you may find it difficult to stop with just three comments. Here's to a great month of writing.
ReplyDeleteThank you for stopping by and commenting!
DeleteRachael - I'm so so glad you're here, with your voice, stories, ideas, energy and beautiful spirit, too. And I'm giggling because here it is, almost 10 pm, and I haven't flipped my calendar to March yet. Gaaahhh! (But I did get my Slice done, and now I'm reading-reading-reading and commenting-commenting-commenting - a reminder of how important feedback is, right?!) Excited to be here together. xo
ReplyDeleteThank you!! And thanks for introducing me to this cool community!
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