Happy Monday and It's a Beautiful Week!

What are you looking forward to this week? Anticipation of happy experiences is a good stress buster–especially if you are in a work setting that isn't to your preference. While you are waiting for change to occur, what can you enjoy right now, right here?
Here are some things I will enjoy this week:
  • The smiles of my children, husband, and mother.
  • Taking our dog for long walks.
  • The humor of my co-workers.
  • The beautiful New Mexico sky.
  • The fascination of the wind in April.
What are the experiences you will enjoy this week?

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