Past joy droppings feed the soul.

 

 

 

I don't know how to get the accent symbol over the first A and next to last E, so forgive my butchering of the French phrase.  

 

In la France, the month of August is holiday. September heralds back to school, back to work, back to "reality." When August begins, the wish is Bonnes Vacances = happy vacation. When September rolls around, the well wish is a la rentree = happy back to normalcy.

 

Here in the states, we head back to school Monday. My guys are now senior and junior. I have loved every stage. I cherish the memories, but really do not want to go back to the days of "this week wear the color red and bring a snack in the shape of a circle."

 

We had tons of fun when they were little, and we still do. I didn't think it would get here so soon, but it's time to prepare them (and me ) to leave the nest.  

 

Besides basic survival skills of food, hygiene, manners, etc, I think my sons know they can be confidant in their own judgment, know they can always turn to me and their dad, and know that kindness matters. They know that in career choice, they need to enjoy what they do, not just make a buck. They know that attitude trumps just about everything. They know scrambled eggs make a great meal any time of day.

 

If you do not like the "normalcy" that you are returning to in your life, start focusing on what you want to be different. Where do you want to spend more time? What do you need to let go? What do you want to learn this new school year? School is always in session. Life lessons never cease.

 

Go buy a new notebook and nice pen. Jot down what has evolved in your life the past year, and what you want to see happen this year. Pay attention to what makes you tick, and what ticks you off.

 

Your "normalcy" does not have to be normal. Trust your own judgment. Focus on attitude. And make some eggs. (Unless you are vegan. Make fake eggs.)

 

Happy re-entry -- into the world you are creating for yourself.