We are taking a cue from the woodland creatures and beginning a hibernating phase of sorts. With the Christmas season over and social engagements diminishing, we are finding ourselves slowing down and relaxing more. It's been very enjoyable. Blankets, candles, warm drinks in mugs, reading for class as well as for pleasure, playing the guitar (all after exercising and walking the dog of course). It's a relief to let yourself just soak up a slower pace for a while and not feel bad about it.

However, the cherry blossoms are beginning to peek out again. Which stirs my delight for my favorite time of year in the Bay Area: early Spring!