Happy who-knows-what-day-this-is! I hope you all had a fabulous Christmas and get to enjoy these hazy days in between! I have had a really nice Christmas, and one that for the first time in a long time hasn’t been heavy with anxiety – the grief however, is always there. It is really bittersweet celebrating with my kids and grandkids when Claytie isn’t here, but we know that’s just how it is now. Christmas Eve and Christmas Day were so much more fun with the Squish and the Peanut… small people just bring so much joy with them!

There has been a lot of socialising which I have really enjoyed. For some reason, and I’m not sure if it is because or in spite of the heaviness of this year, Christmas has felt a bit lighter for me… but in a detached sort of way. I am very grateful to have had some time off from work (which was unexpected) and I have embraced the relaxation time. I have had quality family time and fun with friends, there have been naps and some beach time and I am looking forward to ringing in the new year with a whole lot of music and laughs!

I hope that this new year brings with it more moments of joy, great people and happy memories. I am looking forward to travelling and seeing more of the world as well as here at home in Australia. I have decided that this is going to be a year for saying yes to adventure and to pushing myself out of my comfort zone and routine. It will also be a year for looking after myself and making sure that I stick to the more sensible plans that I have also made for myself.

I am so grateful for all of you lovely people who fill my world, who I can laugh and cry with and whose support makes all the difference! I wish each and every one of you a happy and fulfilling year. I hope you get to tick some fabulous things off your bucket list, and make memories to fill your hearts. Thanks for being you and for sharing my world. XX