that precious phone call.

I received the sweet phone call from my supervisor today saying, "Don't come in. Call your clients." I immediately hung up the phone and started dancing and singing, sending my dog into a frenzy. There is nothing like a snow day. It's funny because when you get out of school, you think you'll never have those again. So, when you do, they are much sweeter. Granted, I don't have a sled or anyone to enjoy it with currently. The old man is at work and I fear driving in the snow like I fear getting my legs cut off. It just isn't an option. Here I sit, alone but content. I get to enjoy the rest of Inside the Actor's Studio with Conan O'Brien as the guest. I get to laugh and not worry that I'm going to be late. I get to keep my knee high socks on...my plaid pajama pants and not worry about looking professional or saying the right thing. My clients are probably not in crisis today because they are not in school. I will think of them and write about them in my "real" journal. But, for now, I don't have to do anything but sit. And be happy.

It's a new year.

Following my friend Johanna's lead, I'm starting a new blog. I don't want to give up completely to Livejournal, due to dedicating many years to entries about nothing. But, here, I feel like I can start fresh and maybe find more interesting things to write about. I used to write quite often. Now, I only sign my name and credentials. I'm forgetting how to spell words rapidly because I'm not exercising my brain anymore.

Anyway, here's to a new year and a fresh start. My resolutions each year are similar. But, I'm going to be more specific this year. I'm going to stop saying unnecessary cuss words. I'm going to be nicer to people. Some may not think that's possible, but I feel like a real jerk when I'm mean to the creepy old man in the office next door. (He will remain creepy, however, I will not be making fun of him...or trying my hardest not to!) I'm going to drink less sodas but refuse to deny myself one if I have a bad day. I'm going to walk my sweet, precious dog more often, even in the cold weather. I'm going to stop hating on my body, because it's not really that bad. And, I'm going to take my family on a trip this year, even if I can't really afford it.

Here's the keeping these goals for myself. I'm sure the progress won't be seen initially...but, that's what progress is, I suppose.

I got a new, fancy camera, too. I want to start documenting my life in pictures.