If you don't like your life...

Afternoon all!
So, anyone else enjoying an early evening glass of wine?  I am... because Dry January is officially OVER!  Woo hoo!  So far I've raised £145 of my £200 target, and hope that a few last minute sponsors will get me there... if so inclined you can do so here - thank you!

... so there!

I have to admit, today I am in my happy place - and not just because I'm allowed wine again (although it helps...)  No, it's because I've spent the weekend up in York with some of my favourite people.  Hanging out with my besties always does me good, and talking to them about our lives really helps me put things into perspective.  It reminds me that, even though other people's lives often seem so much better than my own, they come with their own problems.  Of course, me being me, when my friends share with me their woes, I try to give them reassurance and advice on how they can overcome the obstacles they face - or, more simply, come to accept them.

Bubba shows us how it's done...

I'm happy to admit that, whilst advising my lovvies about how to deal with their daily niggles, I did reflect on my own - and considered if I listen to my own advice.  I was pleased to see that, generally, I do.  Whilst my job can frustrate the heck out of me, I think I've reached a level of acceptance, helped by the knowledge that, whilst I know I make a difference, I am taking action to move into a line of work that I enjoy more.  And that when other elements of my existence upset my equilibrium, I confront the cause, weigh up my options - and take action to reset the balance.  Okay, so I don't always get it right, but I feel like I'm headed in the right direction, and, without sounding too corny, I believe that you can find your happy place too.
And you don't need wine to get there...