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So, we're now officially in the second half of the year. Wow, that was quick, wasn't it? Time is passing by so quick and everyday I find so many new things to do. Over the past couple of months, my outlook towards life has completely changed and this has made me much clearer in the head. I already spoke about letting go of unnecessary thoughts and people in my last replay post but I will state the importance of it again. We all need to take some time out to de-clutter our life. This needs to happen periodically and this should be considered vital for our survival. Once you let go of that negativity, life becomes so simpler and you become more happier.
June kept me insanely busy as I was in the middle of a really tough release at work. It took up all my time with late evening calls and weekend work that needed to be put in. Since my work life is more often than not peaceful, and rushes like these are not very often, I do not complain about them. Honestly, I do enjoy these bits of uncertainty and when it all falls into place finally, the joy is priceless. Then, the joy doubles when you are appreciated for it. My work is something that I would never compromise on and when you are rewarded for your hard work, that feeling cannot be put into words. I completed a decade of my corporate life this month, but the thrill and the feeling is still the same as day one.
I read three books this month and while I would like to say that it is less, I wouldn't, because I finally finished the magnum opus 'Gone With The Wind' this month. I have picked and abandoned this book way too many times before and I had made a pact to myself to complete reading this one by my birthday in August, and I'm glad I did. At more than 1000 pages, this book is one of the longest books that I've ever read. I hated it initially, the protagonist and the story, but later, the story grew on me. My thoughts on Scarlett, well, I'm not too happy with the woman she was. I hear there is another book talking about the story from her POV, I might give that a read some time later.
Due to the work load, I barely found any time to write. I usually write at work while taking a break, so when I did not get time to take breaks, I did not get time to write. I did manage to write five posts though and that is pretty good considering how busy the month was for me. I am at a happy, peaceful place when it comes to any thing these days, I have learnt to make the best of any situation. This has helped me lead a much happier and simpler life.
June has overall been an excellent month and here's what I'm thankful for:
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~ Job and a milestone: I completed ten years of my corporate life this month and within the same company. While people might think that I'm stuck in a boring place, I'd respectfully disagree. I love what I do and this job has given me everything that I am today. Plus, this job gives me enough time to take care of a home and nurture my passions. There is nothing more I want to ask for.
~ Appreciations: It obviously is a good feeling when you are appreciated for your hard work and effort. When you get unexpected surprises regarding this, it makes all the effort worthwhile.
~ Cooking: Since I've been busy with work, I did not get enough time to cook much this month. But we had a potluck at work last week, and my millet bisi bele baath won the best vegetarian main course award! Yay for millets!
~ Health: Remember I spoke about an impromptu decision last month? So, I decided to turn vegan on an impulse in May. I wanted to try it out for a couple of months before actually wanting to take it up full time. While I stayed away from meat and dairy the whole of May, its effects hit me in June. I did lose some good amount of weight and my body, skin and hair felt better, but I was even losing my energy and stamina. I tried my best to pack on proteins and calcium, yet I was getting weaker by the day. Then one fine day, I fell really sick. My body that was used to the meat and curd was not taking this well. So, I ended up taking a U-turn and went back to being the carnivore that I always was. Honestly, I do not each meat on a regular basis, thanks to a vegetarian husband, so I did not miss it much. But when I started back, I started on a moderate level. Within a week or two, I got my strength back and I am back to feeling good. But, due to being overworked and ill, my diet went for a toss. But at the end of the day, I'm happy that I'm back to my energetic self. The diet will resume from the coming week.
~ Friends: Over the weekends that I was free, I caught up with my friends after a long time. It was so refreshing!
~ Me time: I realized that I get cranky when I do not get enough me time for myself. This month finding some lone time was so hard but as and when I got some, I cherished it.
~ Love: When you lead such a busy life, it is important to have a supportive and encouraging partner. I am blessed to have one. It is not easy to work full time and do everything at home too, something is bound to get left out, but when there is someone out there to do it for you or not complain about it, the burden eases. I would not have achieved what all I have today if I did not have this support from the man I love.
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As busy as June was, it sure was peaceful. Here's hoping for a wonderful July as well.
How was your June?
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Linking this post to Vidya's Gratitude Circle for this month.
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So, we're now officially in the second half of the year. Wow, that was quick, wasn't it? Time is passing by so quick and everyday I find so many new things to do. Over the past couple of months, my outlook towards life has completely changed and this has made me much clearer in the head. I already spoke about letting go of unnecessary thoughts and people in my last replay post but I will state the importance of it again. We all need to take some time out to de-clutter our life. This needs to happen periodically and this should be considered vital for our survival. Once you let go of that negativity, life becomes so simpler and you become more happier.
June kept me insanely busy as I was in the middle of a really tough release at work. It took up all my time with late evening calls and weekend work that needed to be put in. Since my work life is more often than not peaceful, and rushes like these are not very often, I do not complain about them. Honestly, I do enjoy these bits of uncertainty and when it all falls into place finally, the joy is priceless. Then, the joy doubles when you are appreciated for it. My work is something that I would never compromise on and when you are rewarded for your hard work, that feeling cannot be put into words. I completed a decade of my corporate life this month, but the thrill and the feeling is still the same as day one.
I read three books this month and while I would like to say that it is less, I wouldn't, because I finally finished the magnum opus 'Gone With The Wind' this month. I have picked and abandoned this book way too many times before and I had made a pact to myself to complete reading this one by my birthday in August, and I'm glad I did. At more than 1000 pages, this book is one of the longest books that I've ever read. I hated it initially, the protagonist and the story, but later, the story grew on me. My thoughts on Scarlett, well, I'm not too happy with the woman she was. I hear there is another book talking about the story from her POV, I might give that a read some time later.
Due to the work load, I barely found any time to write. I usually write at work while taking a break, so when I did not get time to take breaks, I did not get time to write. I did manage to write five posts though and that is pretty good considering how busy the month was for me. I am at a happy, peaceful place when it comes to any thing these days, I have learnt to make the best of any situation. This has helped me lead a much happier and simpler life.
June has overall been an excellent month and here's what I'm thankful for:
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~ Job and a milestone: I completed ten years of my corporate life this month and within the same company. While people might think that I'm stuck in a boring place, I'd respectfully disagree. I love what I do and this job has given me everything that I am today. Plus, this job gives me enough time to take care of a home and nurture my passions. There is nothing more I want to ask for.
~ Appreciations: It obviously is a good feeling when you are appreciated for your hard work and effort. When you get unexpected surprises regarding this, it makes all the effort worthwhile.
~ Cooking: Since I've been busy with work, I did not get enough time to cook much this month. But we had a potluck at work last week, and my millet bisi bele baath won the best vegetarian main course award! Yay for millets!
~ Health: Remember I spoke about an impromptu decision last month? So, I decided to turn vegan on an impulse in May. I wanted to try it out for a couple of months before actually wanting to take it up full time. While I stayed away from meat and dairy the whole of May, its effects hit me in June. I did lose some good amount of weight and my body, skin and hair felt better, but I was even losing my energy and stamina. I tried my best to pack on proteins and calcium, yet I was getting weaker by the day. Then one fine day, I fell really sick. My body that was used to the meat and curd was not taking this well. So, I ended up taking a U-turn and went back to being the carnivore that I always was. Honestly, I do not each meat on a regular basis, thanks to a vegetarian husband, so I did not miss it much. But when I started back, I started on a moderate level. Within a week or two, I got my strength back and I am back to feeling good. But, due to being overworked and ill, my diet went for a toss. But at the end of the day, I'm happy that I'm back to my energetic self. The diet will resume from the coming week.
~ Friends: Over the weekends that I was free, I caught up with my friends after a long time. It was so refreshing!
~ Me time: I realized that I get cranky when I do not get enough me time for myself. This month finding some lone time was so hard but as and when I got some, I cherished it.
~ Love: When you lead such a busy life, it is important to have a supportive and encouraging partner. I am blessed to have one. It is not easy to work full time and do everything at home too, something is bound to get left out, but when there is someone out there to do it for you or not complain about it, the burden eases. I would not have achieved what all I have today if I did not have this support from the man I love.
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As busy as June was, it sure was peaceful. Here's hoping for a wonderful July as well.
How was your June?
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Linking this post to Vidya's Gratitude Circle for this month.
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