Kate,

Congrats on you upcoming Masters! Lots of work and lots of pride, well
deserved.

Honestly, you do sound like you "have it together." And nice to meet
you too!

Nan

'Kate wrote:
On 2 Sep 2006 13:20:24 -0700, "NanWithCollegeKid"
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Thanks Kate,

You sound like you have your act together!

On some things... maybe. On others, maybe not. It depends on the day
too. Usually, "Oh well" fixes my attitude problems. In past years, I was
less together... this year, it's good. Seriously, though... who cares if
the house is messy? Who's going to remember that on September 2nd, 2006
the yard was left unmowed? Or the bathroom unmopped? What we remember
was a perfect picnic day, an impromptu trip to the outlet stores, or
pajama and movie day.

Your perspective is refreshing.

Believe me, I know about the effort of college and have just completed
a Masters. At 51 my strength is waning a bit though and I tend to
overdo it - including the worrying..

Ah yes. Anxiety is my old friend too. Nowdays, I check with people I
trust to make sure the worry is valid. It isn't always and I'm getting
much better at telling when it isn't and when to ask. And I remember to
take time for me and time to breathe, sing, and oh, lots of things that
I love to do just because I love to do them. Love my job. Love the kids
at work... it's all good this year.

Congrats on the Masters! I'll have mine in May. Finally! I'll be 48 in a
few months.

But now after 7+ years of divorce, it is time for "me." ...A good job,
a good life, and you are right ...in a year or two, a smaller place to
live.

That sounds perfect! And you sure deserve it. You worked hard enough for
it.

Fond regards,
Nan

Niceta meetcha,
'Kate