Confetti is falling from the sky!

Me likey.
We were up after the first small rain shower. Back in for Eddie’s breakfast and then took our second walk right before the next group of confetti started to fall. Perfect timing!
Very foggy and only our neighborhood (giant) crane and several pairs of mallards in the ponds this morning. The ducks were quite quaky this morning. I loved it. And it’s funny how other dogs will make Eddie go barking crazy but he walks and gazes at the ducks silently and when we stop for a bit, he just stares intently but no barking, how nice!
We continue to work on him not going crazy when he sees other dogs, it’s a work in progress, for sure, but definitely is improving.
Time to switch out to my rain coat and rubber boots for our afternoon walks, for sure.
While Eddie is now fast asleep, my second cup of morning brew is mighty tasty. I have a secret ingredient that I have been adding to my fresh coffee grinds – oh so yummy! 🤫
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What is it about rainy days ……  they give me all kinds of cosy and chill vibes. But, for sure come springtime when we have them for several days in a row, I will be singing a different tune. Just keeping it real, Ha!
Well the rain does bring challenges for us dog walkers. And as I look down at Eddie …… he walks as if it’s a clear sunny day. He knows we will be inside soon, warm and dry! Life is good mom!
Hey, rainy and cold weather will sometimes make ppl feel a little down. And sometimes they invigorate and motivate ppl. It’s not like I haven’t had all of those feelings before. It’s important that we are honest with ourselves. Thankfully I fall into the invigorate and motivate slots more often than not. Remember I’m the girl who owns several pairs of rosé color glasses. Hey, we all have vices.
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Funny thing is that the forecast for the first weekend of February is almost Spring like weather. Well, closer to summertime with temps near 80! Now that kind of news definitely invigorates and motivates me. How can it not!
And even though the big thaw is happening – February weather in Texas can be a little tricky. Of course I won’t be thinking about that for a while. Plenty of time for wincing and tricking the mind if the weather turns back to winter.
For now, I will celebrate the confetti that will turn into sunny warm days very very soon!
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I don’t know what has happened ……  I want to listen to piano jazz everyday sometimes all day. I’ve always had music playing in our home but ever since we moved my favorite is smooth piano jazz. It’s so relaxing and yet not too relaxed. I think clearly and it’s so peaceful and I feel like I can’t get enough.
After I finish my 2nd cup of coffee, I sometimes want a third. But won’t do it. 2 big cups is plenty. That’s what makes my coffee time so special.
Especially days when (other than walking Eddie), the smooth strong taste of coffee, listening to music, watching Eddie sleep and writing is just about all this girl needs. And today we finished our first cup out on the balcony, pinch me!
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Wow, the first month of 2025 is almost gone. Yeah, I have some nice goals for this year and even though the year is just starting, I feel very confident about them and where I am today. I have a new theme and a new outlook on life.
Oh they will remain known only to me.
Sometimes ppl may need an ‘accountability’ coach to stay on track. I remember back …… way back when I use to workout with a friend. And if we didn’t workout physically together we always shared our workouts with each other. Kept us not just in sync but we needed to be able to share our progress or just needed support for motivation. It’s all good.
Now, I am really much more disciplined and motivated. Doesn’t mean I won’t share my progress or lack of with my friends at times.
I just don’t feel the need to share because, let’s keep it real …… not everyone will react positively to my goals. Who needs negativity or jealousy. I want to stay committed and driven on my own.
Hey, when I need help, I ask. I don’t live in a glass globe, although I think they are purdy, Ha!
No, seriously, in this stage in my life I have sooooo much that I have experienced. Accomplishments and let downs.
And everyone has so much in their own lives to concentrate on. I don’t need to discuss my goals or the progress of them daily.
I want my journey towards achieving my goals to be the driver of what inspires and motivates me.
Boom!
So the confetti will continue to fall from the sky today. Today is puddle party all day long. Go ahead be a droplet diva! Because the rain dropping rhythm goes well with piano jazz. And although the  skies are grey today …… tomorrow the blue will return!
Confetti is falling from the sky today!
Go catch some.
Namasté.
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