CELEBRATE SOUTHERN: Where'd ya go January?

Can you believe that we are in the last stretch of January? Guys - I still haven’t gotten my ~~2014~~ 2015 resolutions in writing! (Expect that next week… better late than never right?)

But seriously, I don’t know where this month has gone. I have been so busy with work and the #2catsWhole30 that my days are just zooming past me. Before I realize it I will be wrapping up my whole60 and wondering what’s next!

A couple of weeks ago I posted something on my personal facebook profile that was along the lines of this: “Once I wrap my Whole60 I will be off to galavant around the world. Come on March!” Those two sentences, paired with an announcement of my next big trip to Europe (more on that in upcoming posts as well) got a ton of likes and a few comments. There was one comment that really stood out to me though: “Life is short Susan. Do not wish it away.”

While life is zooming past me in all sorts of crazy directions right now, this was a lovely reminder. I need to be present. I need to appreciate and enjoy the day for what it is. I need to (try to) respect all this chaos, knowing it won’t last forever. I need to cherish the rare evenings I have with my husband and the random days that I get to spend with my family and friends. Yes, March is going to be a really exciting month for me… but I shouldn’t wish away the days I have right now.

I know, this isn’t the most crafty, delicious or fashionable post for the Celebrate Southern Linkup - but I adore these monthly posts. (I kidnapped this idea from Kelsey, btw.)

Here is my January:

EATING // Whole30 approved foods like this, this and this! (YES! Hot wings are approved!!)
DRINKING // Lots and lots of sparkling water. Huge plus if the glass includes these cran-cubes!

PRACTICING // Organizational skills. Time to pack up this house and get ready for the next!

MASTERING // Creativity in the kitchen and loving it.

LEARNING // that even though I love clean eating, I really need to start exercising sometime soon… bleh.

PLAYING // the Wicked soundtrack on repeat. More specifically this hilarious song from the show.

FINISHING // our house projects! It’s only taken a few years… Eeek!

PLANNING // a trip to Switzerland!

READING // nothing really right now… I’m open for suggestions!

WATCHING // House on Netflix. I used to love that show. Just restarted it and I’m hooked. Gotta love someone who is snarkier and whittier than myself…

WALKING // around the neighborhood is what I SHOULD say…

WEARING // boots, boots and more boots. But I am especially loving these.

COOKING // clean eats. I’m almost half way through this Whole60! I can do it!

WORKING // from home A LOT and pondering a new “standing” desk. How great would that be?

TRAVELING // no where fun this month… but next month and the month after that? Whole different stories!

WANTING // our house to sell really quickly so that we can begin building our new, custom designed, dream home. While it will be sad to leave our wonderful neighbors and this close proximity to Trader Joes, we just have to pull that band-aid off and GO!

CELEBRATING // the fact that this is a new year with new opportunities!

What has your January looked like? Anything exciting happening in your life right now? I want to know!

Now join the fun and linkup below:

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http://www.BlessHerHeartYall.com J Trogstad

Yes! Every day is a gift from Him and I sometimes forget that too! There is beauty in the everyday and in EVERY day!
- http://www.2catsandchloe.com/ Susan @ 2catsandchloe
  
  Preach it! 😉
The Real Arnolds

Congrats on being halfway done! That is huge.

Amy Ann
The Real Arnolds
- http://www.2catsandchloe.com/ Susan @ 2catsandchloe
  
  Thanks so much! I’m pumped at my accomplishments but man I am ready for a glass of wine!
Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom

A trip to Switzerland sounds splendid! I am hoping to do a trip to Italy next summer with Brian!
- http://www.2catsandchloe.com/ Susan @ 2catsandchloe
  
  YES! GO! Where in Italy are you planning to go? I haven’t seen much of Italy… only venice.
http://lestylorouge.com/ Ashley White

I would love to go to Europe and see more of it- I’ve only ever been to London (such a fun city!) and that was several years ago.

January is definitely flying by!

-Ashley
http://lestylorouge.com
- http://www.2catsandchloe.com/ Susan @ 2catsandchloe
  
  London is such a pretty city! I went there for a four day weekend a few years ago. It was a spur of the moment thing… my mom and I flew across the pond and my cousin and aunt flew up from Switzerland. Good times!
Liziheartvegetables

Alex and I are trying to plan a Europe trip! We haven’t even decided where yet, but I think this will be the year!
- http://www.2catsandchloe.com/ Susan @ 2catsandchloe
  
  YES! DO IT! Let me know if you need any help in deciding where to go! Not that I’m an expert but I’ve visited quite a few cites. I studied abroad in Belgium and did a lot of traveling then, and I have family in Switzerland. Y’all would have so much fun!
http://myrosecoloredshades.com Cynthia @ MyRoseColoredShades

Yeah, I feel like January is flying by. But that’s not a bad thing ‘cuz that means we’re getting closer to Spring! I’m obsessed with sparkling water. That’s all I want to drink all the time. ~Cynthia
- http://www.2catsandchloe.com/ Susan @ 2catsandchloe
  
  I’m glad I’m not the only one who only drinks sparkling water! I don’t think I can go back to the normal stuff anymore. Except for the gym… I still drink normal, flat water when exercising.
http://www.dressed2dnines.com Dressed2dNines.Com

Time is flying girl, I just calculated that there is only 88 days left in the school year..talk about pressure! Please take me with you to Switzerland!

http://www.dressed2dnines.com
- http://www.2catsandchloe.com/ Susan @ 2catsandchloe
  
  88 days?! I am so ready for summer! And sure - pack your bags and come along!
http://thepineapplecake.com Andrea

Can’t believe January is almost over!!
I’ve got my next Whole30 scheduled just before a big trip to America, I think I am going to need another one when I get back. haha
- http://www.2catsandchloe.com/ Susan @ 2catsandchloe
  
  Hahaha I always need them after my trips too! When are you starting your next one?
  - http://thepineapplecake.com Andrea
    
    We start the next one on February 15th.
    The boy couldn’t let Australia Day pass without a beer… so I get valentines day for pasta and cake.