To the Real Start of 2024

As mentioned in a previous post, I decided to not worry about starting 2024 until February. Not only was this partly due to the funeralearlier in the month, but also because last week was our swansong. The final Disneyland Paris trip on our passes before they expired, and the final planned trip until after the proposed park expansions have completed. 

Weather was mixed with it leaning toward fairer for the bulk of the trip, so I'm happy to take the win and we made the absolute most of it. There were princesses, meet and greet shenanigans, lots of tears of childhood joy and plenty of those calm moments where you soak up the moment to treasure. 

Missy was not abandoned for the excursion and instead had a mini holiday of her own in Aberdeen with the in-laws. Shes come back knackered, but a happy dog, which is all I could hope for. 

And that's us. I could ramble on for an age, but I'm happy to sit back and enjoy the memories for what they are.

I did manage some new disney bounds which required some speed sewing, but I never got a chance to get a nice photo on the mannequin, so I shall endeavour to have that done for next week! 

So, what's the 2024 plans you ask? I'm keeping resolutions fairly broad this year: firstly I plan to see and visit far flung family more this year. The poor start to this year has given me some urgency in that matter. 

Secondly, to take time out for myself. Despite promises that 2023 was going to be my selfish year, I found myself stretched further and thinner than ever before. It was the right thing to do, but now emergencies are over, I need to step back and figure out how to build breathing time into my routine. 

Lastly, in addition to the usual eat better and generally look after myself more, is to find the "Miyazaki Moments". I mentioned it above, a heartbeat of a moment to stop and take in the happenings about you and appreciate the beauty or chaos you see. Physical and mental health come hand in hand, and I think that little hat trick should hold me in good stead this year. 

So, until next time, embrace the child in yourself and do something that makes you happy.