Of the Gattuso Varietal

Sometimes I marvel at the amount of pharmacy prescription cards that live in my wallet. Stress definitely took it's toll on me in 2009.

After my recent two week vacation (regrettably, there was no fabulous destination, just my mom's place), I realized that the many worries I've collected, hoarded in all corners of my brain, were never far from my thoughts - despite the family, the wine, the beau, and the multiple opportunities for sleeping in. They rankled around in my head even on Christmas day, determined to intrude on even the most revered 'throw-your-cares-away' day of all.

So in 2010, my resolution is to get better. To cast the anxiety away, or at least make it more manageable. 2009 taught me that your physical health is closely tied to your mental health. My priority this year is to take the steps I need to take to improve.

I'm not ashamed to admit that today, getting better happens to consist of soft blanket, a plush couch, and perhaps my favorite movie of last year - 'Up.' I'm doubly warranted to indulge in this lazy Sunday activity because of the persistent fog and drizzle that's settled over Reno for the past few days. In fact, Reno has been a canvas of gray as of late, reminiscent of Seattle, except sans rain. I much prefer rain, instead of clouds that chronically tease.

This year will be dedicated to finding what works for me - what keeps me sane, what makes me happy, what works to alleviate stress - and I hope you find what works for you.

Ciao for now...