Dear Anita,

Good Morning.

This morning (I tried) to do things step by step. I woke up, had my full glass of water, fed the dog – and made the bed.  I didn’t just through the comforter over the bed.  I actually took the extra 30 seconds to do it properly.  So much of life involves focus for only a few seconds longer to do it “right”, yet, when we are frenzied that amount seems too much/or fleeting.  I then took my dog on a walk and paid attention to him, and not the frenzy of those around me in their hustle of the AM commute.

I noticed I wished the walk was much longer, my dog looked up at me as though to say “where next?” I said out loud – this is it for now, but I will take you after work.

It reminds me of the ideals that are most important, and the list- making that list.

I thought about how you mentioned that you believe that “wagging of the tail” is within me, deep down inside.

I think so too, I think there are many layers above it of course.  First of which, our next step.  Chapter 2.  Where will we move and what jobs.  That is the center of my husband and my talks/priorities at this time.  Therefore, more than ever we must focus on inner circle.  What needs to be done to self preserve, to retain energy and focus, and not give it away.