Plants/flowers
All of my life I have wondered what the point of flowers and gardening was. I could always grasp the concept that some people enjoy it - but I could never seem to understand why someone would want a flower in a vase sitting on their kitchen table. I'm not sure how or when...but I now understand. For me, it is the simplicity of something different to brighten up the room. The concept that someone cares enough to share the gesture of a flower...even if that person is me, and it is a gift to myself. I am rarely one to spend money on things that are not necessities, or at least have evident practical aspects; however, this week I attempted to purchase my first flower. I got it in my head that I wanted an orchid - I had heard they are good indoor plants. I went to Whole Foods (only because I had a gift card) in search of a purty flower with which to adorn my apartment. As it turns out, Whole Foods is even niftier than I once thought. A worker in the produce department gifted me the orchid - no idea why, but it was a nice gesture that made me smile. I'm looking forward to watching my first potted plant grow.
Today...herbs were on sale at the grocery store. Seemed like a sensible idea to purchase a couple while they were on sale. They smell great - yet - upon arriving home I can't hep but wonder how long they will last in a minimally lit apartment...with a very enthusiastic pup.
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Goals..and their progress...
Most of my goals since moving to Denver have involved self-improvement and self-awareness. For a bit, I lost the motivation needed to really pursue those goals. I can't say that I've fully developed the amount of self-motivation I would like to have, but it is certainly headed in the right direction. Amongst these actions are..
- joining a yoga gym - with the intent to go 5-6 days a week
- drinking smoothies for breakfast to ensure real fruit is consumed at least once a day
- moving downtown (March 10) - getting closer to the real reasons I moved here
- going to bed before midnight...that one still needs a bit of work, but it's better!
- finding groups to join (ie bookclub and Spanish language/culture meet-up) to help get acquainted with people in the Denver area
- utilized vouchers to purchase plane tickets to Barcelona for September - it is only a 10day trip, but I CANNOT wait!
Goals left on the list
- finding a new job that is a better fit with my career and personal goals
- learning a new language
- developing a plan to get more experience abroad
- learning to cook new things
- drinking more water
- remembering the wines I have tried - and what I thought about them
- embracing life and enjoying the moment
- reading more news daily
Autumn and I have been enjoying the nice spring-like weather. Here's to hoping it lasts into the weekend long enough we can enjoy it with another long mid-day walk in the park.
Cheers.
