I feel a bit better today after yesterday’s venting. Still uneasy, but I remind myself that being disturbed by horrific acts of violence is a reassurance that I am still a functioning human being.

Thankfully Mondays are one of my work-from-home days, so I was able to work through thoughts as I puttered through administrative tasks. I had one big project that needed attention, but otherwise intentionally worked on the projects I knew would be a bit less stressful today.

I am grateful for the solitude today afforded me. I was able to get up and walk around when I needed a breath. I could listen to music without earbuds in my ears. I could pace my lunch break a bit more freely than I feel is possible in the office.

I was able to recharge and reground myself. I was able to do a bit of mourning for yet another moment of this timeline we’re living that I wish could be taken back.

And then I put my Big Girl Mask back on, and I will continue to walk forward.

~ Mel.

I have decided to do a 31 consecutive days of The December Gratitude Challenge in December. Keep your fingers crossed!:) #TheDecemberGratitudeChallenge