Thursday, January 19, 2023

Highlights: Breakfast with Lauren at LG Cafe included an unexpectedly massive apple pancake with "hidden" bacon. Took her to her Dr. Kim follow-up on the implant foundation. Dinner with all four of us at Luna – PRICEY, though. Not sure I'll go there again. I've had better for as much or less.

Accomplishments: A Chase bank visit to 'decouple' myself from the kid's checking accounts this AM. I received an apparent confirmation of the Dublin hotel reservation, although I still want a certain verification. Mark/Wendy witnessed the Advanced Directives for the kids, which was a relief to finally get done. The idea of 'waiting' to do something you'll likely need the most when it's unexpected warrants getting it done before that point, which is an unknown.

Anticipation: Taking Lauren to Sac tomorrow will be sad but fun. It's wonderful having her home but just as important that she continue her path of independence.

Goals: I need to start mentally gearing up for the meditation retreat. It's coming up quickly.

Gratitudes: Seeing Tommy and Lauren interacting as adults and expecting they'll share a lifelong connection makes me grateful to witness but sad that their mom will not.

One Sentence Summary: I am formulating a plan for 2023 that should include some significant realignment of my goals and efforts to achieve them.