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1. Kept the critter population in the backyard happy. I’ve got bird feeders and I put corn out for my squirrels and various and sundry other treats. They sure do love me! :-) Not so much when I let Max out and he chases the squirrels up the tree but it’s all good. 2. Assumed responsibility where it was mine to take. Sometimes, it was thrust upon me (waves to Boss McTizzypants) and other times it was something I sought. Either way, I stepped up to the plate and took a swing. 3. Enjoyed my summer off a lot more this year than last. No drinking 37 pots of coffee and wallowing in depression. NO! I managed just two pots a day and got lots accomplished. I was thankful not to have to go to work at the Pet Vet place anymore! 4. Finally put all my woo-woo skills into one focused path. Re-did my Reiki Level 1 and 2 classes and learned how to do full sessions for people. AND! Had an amazing time at the Pathways expo and got to get paid to do intuitive readings. That was so cool! Really made me feel as if I could actually do this stuff! 5. Fully embraced my sadness over losing Lauren. If that meant crying as I listened to the 100th playing of “I’ll be there” by Escape Club or giving a speech at the Relay for Life in her honor or crying some more, I did it. I understand more fully now how it feels to lose the person you loved most in the world. It sucks. But I’m still here and I know we will be together again in another lifetime. 6. Paid attention to my guidance and that helped me have NO regrets with my mom before she passed over. I am so thankful that I can tune in to my higher self or the angels or God and not only get guidance but actually LISTEN to it and ACT on it. 7. I learned how to enjoy giving parties instead of sweating it out, running around like a goof and collapsing on the couch when everyone has gone. I have a feeling they are going to get even more casual than they are now. I am definitely not a “stand on ceremony” kind of chick. 8. Made new blog friends! :-) Joined the TT group (waves to all of you), surfed around on some other blogs and stole ideas and left lots of comments. 9. Did the Blogathon 2k6 with Cousin ‘O Love. That was fun. Next year must corral PiK, Cousin ‘O Cool and of course the Cousin ‘O Love. Flair, if you wanna do it, party’s at my house! 10. Began to understand how the laws of the universe work. The more good stuff (love, energy, sweetness, spare change, etc) you put out there, the more comes back to you (but only if you put it out there and then detach from the outcome). I am amazed at the power of this concept. The universe truly provides. 11. Learned just how strong Duty is and how well he supports me when I am not-as-strong. The inscription on my wedding ring “Partners Forever” hit home this year. During everything that went down, he was right there by my side. I hope a lifetime supply of “wubbies” is enough to pay my bill. (Don’t ask about “wubbies” – I only wish it were something dirty but it’s not. Trust me.) 12. Became the daughter my mom needed and wanted. Learned (slowly, alas) to put aside my ego and see what I could do to bring her joy. We actually had some philosophical discussions this past year, working to heal the stuff that happened between us. I think we did a damn good job. (And yes, mom. I really do miss you.) 13. Finally could say “This is who Lisa truly is” and know that that’s okay. Fat or thin(ner), crying or laughing, snarky or woo-woo serious, it’s all a part of who I am. And I’m glad to say “This is me”. (Thanks to (who else?) Duty for inspiration for tonight’s post. I almost had to blow past this week but he saved the day!) |
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What a great list! It sounds like you had an enlightened year. I admire your accomplishments.
This should be easy… I did this thing for my wife and??? no that didn’t work. I know, I was driving down the road and I stopped to let, no that wasn’t me. Hmmm, OK, OK, I helped this lady across a busy, oh no, I forgot, she didn’t want to cross the street. I guess I need to think about this. :)
Thanks for the read Mitch
Wow-sounds like you had a great year!
What a nice introspective list! I’m sorry for all the sadness you’ve felt this year, but happy that you’re working through it.
What a thoughtful TT! The thing I did last year was to try to let go of the past. I am one of those people who can easily ruminate, but now I am trying to look forward to the future.
Regarding the powers of the universe–such as being careful about what you wish for. The laws of attraction come to mind. My husband recently was wanting a kitten–to adopt one from a shelte.r Well, what happened is, he found a lost kitten in the parking lot at work. Now we have kitty #6! I’ve kind of joked about having 10 cats, and now I’m starting to think that the Universe will comply. The cats just come into our lives. Granted we are cat magnets, so I guess I’ll need to tone down my feline attraction. LOL!
Great topic for a TT list!
Great list, Lisa! Thanks for dropping by. Nice blog, too.
NIICCEE!!!! I am so happy to have met you! What great things you have accomplished.
I think tuning and listening to Guidance and doing what they say (most of the time) is the most amazing thing I did. And, to honor my feelings.
Happy Thursday!
Bravo! Fantastic list! You are truly blessed.
I’d have to say one thing I did well this year was to put the fate of my troubled teenage son into God’s hands. I’ve done what I can and the rest is up to him.
Happy TT!
You did very well this year, cheers!
My TT is about methods of divination this week.
you had a good year – like a fine wine. :)
I love this list. Makes me have to sit nack and rememeber that whatever went wrong, that there are still things that are right!!
Lisa, this is such a great list! I like the part about detaching from the outcome. I need to remember that more. Thanks again for always reminding me of life lessons I dont want to forget. Happy TT buddy!
Very nice nice.. you can be proud of yourself. Happy TT
What a fine list! I went through such a year of introspection and growth not long ago. My life has totally changed for the better. Thanks for sharing.
a really nice, thoughtful TT list. I agree with #10- my husband has to remind me of this when I get angry over injustice, or just rude mean people. It all comes around again, his take on karma-kind of karma for the normal guy…
happy TT! I like the name of your blog!
Well, since you asked…in the last year, I took a giant leap of faith and underwent a controversial treatment to recover from a major depressive episode. And I’m here to tell you, every minute was worth it….I am happy and healthy and appreciating every single day.
I could have succumbed, but I fought and I am proud of the fight and proud of the results!