Soulful Laughter....

I had a great opportunity to connect with some friends this weekend. We were friends from childhood but no longer live in the same area. I talked my sister into joining me and making the trip to our home town to meet us as well. What resulted was an evening of spontaneous laughter that had us all wiping our eyes from the crying and holding our sides from splitting. I haven't laughed that hard in a long while. It was a prelude to the evening where later I was to attend another friend's birthday gathering. That, too was incredibly special. I was able to share time with my very dear friend, her very funny husband and some of her good friends and felt right at home singing, dancing and reminiscing.

Today, when I returned home to my husband and sons, I felt a spring in my step for having been rejuvenated. It was good for my soul to be in such great company, share some great memories and celebrate the milestones we've achieved. I missed my husband and sons but it was nice to get a glimpse of the old me as well. She needs to get out once in a while so that she can recharge the now me to be what I need to be for my family.

It's important to honor your needs in this way. Laughter is curative and everyone around you benefits. It's contagious!

This week, try to connect with someone you haven't had the opportunity to see in a while and schedule time on your calendar before the holidays descend upon us or incorporate them into your holiday plans. Your soul will appreciate it and so will you and everyone else!

Have a great week!!
~Andrea