Getting Back on Track

I know, I know - I have been totally remiss since the year started.

I was able to FINALLY complete my first half-mary in February; but, having come from sickness, it wasn't really a stellar performance, so to speak. But still, a half-mary is a half-mary, and I am very happy to have accomplished that.

I need to get back to yoga, as in having a regular practice. Not only do I need it physically, but mentally as well. Plus, there's still my teacher training plans for this year. More on that later.

Overall, the first four months have been a crazy mix of ups and downs. But I am still blessed, and for that I am happy. Still got loads to look forward to, including my next half-mary. Target is July, so I need to start training again. Hopefully there wouldn't be any roadblocks this time.

To wellness!

Happiness Exercise: 6 things

Man, I've been so remiss in my writing.

BUT, given that it's Easter, I know the important thing is that I should pick up where I left off and not let past failures control me, right? Otherwise I'd never be able to get back up.

So, as a quick post, allow me to write down six things that bring me happiness right now.

1. Milk Tea and Wi-fi: Here in this southern part of the Metro, I can count at least TEN milk tea stores. Yes, it's obvious that milk tea is the new froyo. Just like running is the new badminton. But this trend brought a couple of good things: more choices (and value for your money), and free wifi. I just love the fact that I am able to go to a milk tea shop armed with my laptop and/or table, order a drink (and, at times, a snack) and enjoy the drink while surfing/reading/studying/watching videos/listening to music. I just hope that this trend wouldn't die anytime soon. Plus, some stores offer more than just milk tea anyway. For me, whether it's milk tea, regular tea, or even a yakult smoothie, I say kudos!

2. Reading: I am extremely happy that I got my reading groove back. This year, I promised to read at least 70 books (that equates to around 6 books a month), and I am pleased (nay, proud) to report that I am on a roll! The first quarter alone saw me reading more than twenty-five books. It certainly helps to have a Booksale in our building, and this branch has a great collection! Current read: a non-fiction narrative of the author's mom's Holocaust experience. Powerful stuff.