Originally appeared on HoneyGood.com.
Most of you know that I am Honey's Wheaton Terrier and writing partner.
I woke up this morning, did my morning stretch and went searching for my mistress, Honey Good. She was preparing my morning breakfast. Noticing me, she rubbed my head and whispered in my ear, "I love you sooo much" That's how I start everyday with Honey -- happy!
After I finished breakfast, I wandered from room to room, finally finding her in her dressing room. I immediately noticed her luggage. That means one thing: We are traveling again. My travel coat was out, my food packed and my favorite toys were all in place. I gave her kisses letting her know I was one happy pooch.
On the way to all airports, I snuggle next to her and immediately get an adrenaline rush when I feel her "joy de vivre." Not today. My mistress is not herself. I can always sense her moods. She is not texting the family; she is not on the phone, nor is she talking non-stop to my master (who I also adore). She is very quiet and sleeping. This is most unusual for my sassy mistress.
As you know, we pooches are observers! At least I am. I follow my mistress and watch. She is constantly in motion, she multi-tasks all day. It is either family, homes, social life, work, charities, paying the bills, travel arrangements, HoneyGood.com and of course, me and my Master. We always come first. She tries to be everything to everyone leaving little time for herself and, in my opinion, she is not prioritizing her days or balancing time to her liking. I am sure this is ringing a bell with many of you.
As I lay next to her on our long ride to the airport, my mind turned to reevaluating her daily schedule. I have known my mistress for eight years and know what makes her tick. I am coming to the conclusion she is devoting too much times to what feels like chores instead of what gives her pleasure. I know what to do -- I will prioritize her day for her.
I visualize a pie sectioned into four pieces not equal in size representing my mistress's day. I am going to title each section and advise my mistress to rethink her priorities and adjust the sizes of each piece of the pie. Her day is now divided into:
- Family: 15%
- Social/Community: 35%
- HoneyGood.com: 45%
- Personal Needs: 5%
- Family: 25%
- HoneyGood.com:45%
- Personal Needs: 15%
- Social/Community: 15%
Honey would not want me to end this post without thinking about you. Hopefully I have given you "food for thought." Make yourself a personal category chart so you can fill your day... in a happier way!
Warmly,
Orchid Good
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