Even all the dogs played nice.

It was the true spirit of Christmas: being our kindest, most patient selves. Tending the light in the midst of the dark. Accepting what is here now and being grateful for the miracle of love. Tender, imperfect, sweet and glorious.

And I’m exhausted. So I’m declaring today “Mini-Retreat Day” and asking you if a few hours–or even minutes–relaxing and recharging is appealing to you?

Note I did not ask if you thought it was possible to take some time alone. First connect with your desire.

• Do you desire some time alone this weekend to rest?
• Do you desire a walk alone in the woods and then some time by the fire or in the sun writing or drawing in response to, “When in the last week did I feel most alive? When did I feel least alive? What am I most grateful for? What am I ready to forgive myself for? What am I ready to celebrate myself for?”
• Do you desire a few hours to art journal or read and scribble poetry or call a friend you’ve lost touch with (I chatted with my friend Jodie, we haven’t spoken much in the last two years, today and it was wonderful.)
• Is your yoga mat calling to you? Or a novel? Or knitting? Or?

Let that desire draw you to it, let it part the waters of “But I should” or “I have to” and “But if I don’t…”

Come home to yourself this weekend, even if only for a few minutes.

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