Still going forward...

Progress is good in terms of making sure I'm doing things consistently around the house, every day. I took a huge step forward in terms of getting the "for hanging up" laundry basket emptied, an purging and organizing the bedroom closets. My husband actually has a fair-share of space in our closet now. Clothes which were too small for Zach were put for Mykah, and anything that was too small for Mykah (or shirts that don't fit over his rather "generous-sized" head were put in boxes for my sister to look through. The difference is phenomenal!!! All of a sudden, the laundry was no longer overwhelming.

My "Domestic Goddess" idol

I have decided to outwardly acknowledge my "Domestic Goddess" diva, and mentor in this blog. That would be, and always has been, my sister. But today, in particular, I must acknowledge, and shout from the hilltops. "Butthead, you are my idol!!!!!!"

Not only can this true Domestic Goddess work full-time, and maintain a nice clean home. But today, she's making lasagna, and closing down the snow-blower all in the same day! I bow down in awe, and pray to the Gods that I will become even half as awesome as you!!!

On that note, I plan to start blogging regularly again, actually more regularly than before.... consistently... as that is one important thing I am striving to make a part of my life. I have also decided that I will blog more about progress, of course, in my Domestic Goddess training, and, as it can sometimes hinder or help my development, about the challenges of Bipolar disorder. I will aim, not to make this a "bitch-fest", where I complain, and where the energy is negative. My aim will be to bring fun and laughter where I am able, and to help educate more about the good and the bad that can come from having Bipolar Disorder.

I refuse to use this illness as an excuse, or as a crutch, and at this point I am actively working to turn and to use, what might be seen by some, a s0-called hindrance into a precious gift. A good metaphor I can think of comes from Eckhart Tolle's book, "The Power of Now," I have decided to learn the art of alchemy... to turn base metal into precious gold. I have a few books lined up to read, and when I actually have them in front of me, I will give a more detailed list. Although, I can start with the following which are all by Eckhart Tolle:

1. Practicing the Power of Now (I've read "The Power of Now", and it was awesome...I will be reading through it again.)
2. Stillness Speaks
3. A New Earth

I also have a book to read about Bipolar II (which is how I'm classified):

Bipolar II: Enhance your highs, Boost your Creativity by Ronald R. Fieve, M.D.

More to come...