I feel we don't do enough self-reflection, or maybe, I don't do enough self-reflection. One thing for sure is that we certainly don't share our findings with others. I realize it is the busiest time of year, but I am challenging you to play along. Grab a piece of paper and write you age at the top. Write the same number of items as you age, of your accomplishments, or insights about yourself. I would never ask anyone to do something, I have not done. So here is my completed list to help you along.
"67"
2. My Grandma Dixon taught me to knit.
4. I don't have any inside plants. I know people that love their plants, but I can't for the life of me make a connection with a plant.
5. For 43 years I paid for my registration so I could work as a Registered Nurse.
6. I am nervous/more scared of the dark.
7. I have Reiki Level I and II. I also have Craniosacral Massage I and II.
8. I always wanted to work in retail. As a child, I loved to play store with a cash register.
10. I learned at an early age how to cook and bake. That included making bread.
11. During my time working in Gainsborough, I taught the Health Care Aide course for 14 years.
12. My cup is always half full.
13. Orange is my favorite color.
14. I have been to all of Canada's capital cities except for Iqaluit, NU.
16. I have been in the NWT when it was almost 24 hours darkness and when it was almost 24 hours daylight.
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17. I once organized an "Eatable Auction" at the University. The first year I won 6 of the 20 prizes, and the second year I won 5 times.
18. I love to make and eat sushi.
19. I watch the morning news, HG TV and reality shows.
20. Palliative nursing is my favorite type of nursing.
21. I can't believe the pleasure I get shopping in a dollar store.
22. I take after a couple of favorite aunts and can make a meal out of basically nothing.
23. I prefer anything chocolate over potato chips. But, I enjoy both.
24. I am an Irish Twin.
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25. At one time our family raised 2 raccoons from babies to full size.
26. New Year's Day is my favorite holiday.
27. Twenty-seven is my favorite number.
28. If your favorite number must be between 1-10, mine is 3 (three kids, three grandchildren).
29. I enjoy visiting cemeteries.
30. I hate the time change.
31. I am a "Pollyanna" when it comes to money. I am not a money person, if I need to be a money person, I can do it. I have always said, "I know how to make money and how to spend money." Checking a bank account is something a Pollyanna rarely does.
32. I have only been out of North America once and that was to Dominican Republic.
34. I am a true Sagittarian.
35. I watch Jeopardy every night. My highest "questions right" is 11.
36. I also watch Wheel of Fortune every night. I am a bit better at solving the puzzles than the jeopardy questions.
37. I retain useless trivia and I don't retain important information.
38. I love being retired.
39. I have the utmost respect for the "Bear Clan". They patrol the downtown core in Brandon and help the people that live on the street. They provide food, water, warm clothes and blankets. They also pick up any used syringes they find, which is sadly becoming a big job.
41. I skated on an Adult Precision Skating team.
42. I learned so much about living from the dying.
43. I have a hard time remembering to get my mail.
44. I make rules for myself to follow. Such as; you have to finish that job before doing another.
45. My favorite food at the Christmas meal is Christmas Pudding and sauce.
46. I have natural curly hair. When I was pregnant it went straight.
47. I broke my arm twice.
48. I was a Clinical Instructor for the Department of Nursing at Brandon University for 13 years.
49. My favorite flower is the Gerber daisy.
50. If I could change something, I would make sure no child went hungry.
51. I used to ride horseback a lot. I know how to drive a horse and buggy.
52. My favorite board game is Scrabble. I can't believe I am writing that.
53. I dislike cardio but I do enjoy lifting weights.
54. The movie I have watched the most often is, "Pretty Woman".
55. I love to organize; an event, a drawer, a cabinet, you name it, I'll organize it.
56. I own a condo.
57. I never decorate the inside of my home for Christmas until after my birthday.
59. I had a private healing business for several years.
60. I am allergic to raw potatoes and peaches. They make my mouth swell.
61. I have a certificate in Upper Body Rapid Release and Cupping.
62. I always wanted to be a teacher. I lived the dream when I taught nursing.
63. I have lived in only three cities; Saskatoon, Prince Albert and now Brandon.
64. I have a quick sense of humor.
65. I make it a practice to give gifts for no reason, other than it will brighten someone's day.
66. I love journals. Because people know that about me, I have received some beauties. One of my favorites was the one I received from the students. It has some quotes on the cover and they recognized many as the ones I used often. In my world a journal is one of the best gifts to give and receive.
67. I can't believe how much I love to write. The world is full of things to blog about.
Now starts your challenge if you are willing to take it on. It may start like this:
1. I don't like to do challenges.
2. I don't like to do self-reflection.
3. My family is brutally honest when I ask them to help me identify things about myself.
Okay, as usual my little projects turn into big projects. I admit I had to come back many times to complete my list. I was determined to reflect 67 times. Some of my points are a bit lame, but I have managed to complete my goal. It could be a long winter, and if you need a project, I suggest reflection. It doesn't have to be about yourself; it could be about your family or anything you want to title it. Just make sure it is a fun project!
I’m amazed on the facts I didn’t know about you! Ok.. I’m going to take the challenge!
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