Jet Lag

          I flew home to FL on the red eye from Los Angeles. Years ago, I took this flight every other week and it wasn’t easy, but it didn’t bother me like it does now. I never sleep on the flight because I can’t get comfortable on the plane, whether the seat is too hard, back too rigid, or temperature just too cold. I am not sure if it’s a sign of older age, but the jet lag is a killer – I am exhausted! I really can’t complain though, because the best part about all of it is that I am back working doing the jobs I love, travelling, and working in LA – my second city. I chose this lifestyle, and I am so grateful to have it back.

As a Caregiver, I wasn’t able to travel and do this work anymore. The first year, I worked at home and barely left the house. I took a significant pay cut. Life was very different. I longed for the days when I could travel, live in hotels, and do the work I enjoy.

When I think about how there are some people who never get to travel, let alone fly, I realize it’s truly a luxury. It doesn’t feel like it when the destination if for work and not a Hawaiian vacation, but I recognize that it is indeed a special blessing to be able to do all the things I get to do. It is true that when you embrace an attitude of gratitude, you cannot be grateful and unhappy in the same moment. I think about that whenever I have an off moment or day. The exercise of remembering all the good things in your day and life in general, help you appreciate the beauty and bounty of it all, and then you can count your blessings. I know I am blessed and I am most grateful. Recognize the blessings in your life, express appreciation, and see more come your way.