What's in a name?
According to my Apple dictionary, admittedly not a definitive source, a ‘consideration’ is a thought, reflection, meditation, concern, rumination etc. I would like this blog to do those things. I’m hoping I can keep the posts positive because, as someone once reminded me, it is important to practise the habits of mind that you value and want to foster. For me those are: positivity, curiosity, openness and self-reflection (hence, a blog is a good forum).
Also, I’m calling them 'small' because I would like to try to get into the habit of blogging briefly but often. That way I can reflect on everyday occurrences and make this form of writing and thinking a habit, hopefully.
Saturday, 15 February 2014
Would St Valentine be up for role reversal?
I think my husband started a new Valentine's tradition yesterday. He made me a delicious dinner, not even letting me in the kitchen while he was cooking it. So now I'm thinking role reversal makes a great Valentine's gift. I'm not saying we have to celebrate Valentine's every year (it is a bit of a sham), but every so often, whether it's February 14th or not, a little pampering, overt spousal attention and role reversal can go a long way. Perhaps this one felt so special because in our sixteen or so years together, we haven't done much about Valentine's Day, especially not last year. It marks a renewal, it felt like last night – in a low-key, no-pressure, lovely sort of way. So I'm grateful to my husband for a wonderful, creative Valentine's and I'm recommending that others try a role reversal afternoon or evening, however long and elaborate you want to make it. I got an appreciation for how nice it is to sit on the couch while dinner is being made; my husband might have more of an appreciation for the effort it takes to shop, then create a beautiful meal while working a full day.
Labels:
dinner,
family,
gratitude,
role reversal,
Valentine's Day
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