My Month

Happy October! 

Most years, the beginning of October brings me excitement that my birthday is a-coming soon. And by most years I mean every year except last year. This year, however, I can say that things are mostly back on track, and that though 26 will still feel at least 4 years over what I remember myself being, I am not dreading a new year in the life of Giosy. Instead, dare I say I feel a slight sense of excitement and/or anticipation? *Gasps*

I'd be lying if I said it didn't all start looking rosier today.

I always find the beginning of the week or month to be a good time to turn over a new leaf; that's why I found it extremely fitting that my newfound dedication came so close to the beginning of my month. (And yes, I suddenly feel worthy to claim more than a day of the year.)

My month started with a 5:15am wakeup call to fit in breakfast and Giagi's injection before taking the 6:05am bus to downtown for core class with one of my favourite instructors, whose birthday was a few days ago. At the start of class I asked how his birthday was and he replied by saying that mine was coming soon, and then announcing to the smaller-than-usual class that it was my pre-birthday. Everyone is always friendly but everyone was particularly friendlier today, and I was happy that P, a very kind and sweet woman whom I've seen in class on-and-off for the past year, happened to be there today to provide me with some positive socialization so early in the morning (I am normally mute until I head to work).

The class was, as always, a great workout, with the instructor's hilarious anecdotes and lots of funny positive self-affirmations. I can feel myself getting stronger already since Saturday and I know that this time, truly this time, I will stick with my yoga practice as I did two years ago. All it takes is re-establishing that routine and focusing on the joy it brings me rather than the guilt that not doing it would.

At the end of class, P asked me what my birthday plans were and how old I was turning. She said that she wouldn't have been able to tell my age since I have an "old soul" but look young. It wasn't the first time I had heard someone say that about me. I've never been the erratic type.

I then spent a good ten minutes in the infrared sauna where I chatted with H (an outgoing and friendly retiree) and another man. H asked about my birthday plans and I asked both of them where they would recommend going away for two nights. They suggested Harrison Hot Springs and Halfmoon Bay among other places. I feel like I am long-overdue for a vacation and would really like to go away with Boy for a couple of days. Escape!

The rest of my day was a hectic blur at work. Since I was sick at the end of last week, I had lots to catch up on as well as things to finish up before my upcoming 6-day weekend (which starts on Wednesday!). Things were so busy that, for perhaps the first time ever, I did not eat lunch or take any breaks, and I stayed two hours longer so that I could get a few things done to alleviate the stress of my tomorrow-self. I was happy with how efficient I was and realized that I probably preferred days like today (minus the breaklessness and overtime) since I felt like I had actually achieved something.

And look at that, I've blogged for a third day in a row. Things are looking up, my friend.