This month was nice and slow; it was about recovering,
reflecting and setting new intentions. I’m not going to lie all of our 2015
goals went out the window that first week. We had some crazy things happen that
kept us busy until late in the night multiple nights that week. That’s part of
life though and the last two weeks of the month really helped us turn things
around so I’m hoping for some better luck in February.

Chuck cleaned up the basement and got out home gym back
in order, with some fancy new additions.

We made it to the rock wall for the first time in a long
time.

I got to a couple yoga classes and even tried Barre.

We re-instituted eating a salad before dinner.

I started a winter garden.

We spent lots of time with a few long lost friends, and
it was great!

I learned to crochet, more on that later.

We finally finished Son’s of Anarchy, and I have pretty mixed emotions on it. I almost feel like this final season wasn’t even necessary. What I know for sure wasn’t necessary is the volume of brutality seriously too much. I can’t even.

Around the net:

I am incredibly awestruck and inspired by this woman.

sometimes I need a fresh perspective. Mimi’s beautiful writing provided for me something I really needed this month.

Gender Issues: I agree with Rabbi Fink.

Banana bread is amazing. This recipe made my week last week.

This got my blood boiling. Really what are we telling students.

This might be the best sandwich ever. I’m betting leftover stroganoff will work really well also. We are doing this ASAP.

Next time you meet someone with a difficult to pronounce name, please take the time.