Week 1 Report

Cheers!

I put out the 50 Day Challenge to myself (and others) last Monday.  Many people have questioned a few things about my plan to cease alcohol consumption for 50 days - so let's get a few things straight.

1. Yes, I did have at least one glass of wine per day, perfect ending to my day (& CBC National News)
2. The point is to spend less money at the LCBO or local drinking establishments
3. I have not stopped completely - some social situations this past weekend involved wine 

 I want to drink less for a few reasons:  less money spent, fewer calories and has that glass of wine become a crutch?  This past weekend, both times that I did drink,  involved not spending any money - sort of an "all inclusive" deal.  I did find that when Friday rolled around and tradition around my house is for people to come and eat and enjoy - typical Friday after work party.  This Friday I did not have to visit the wine store - my stock was full, the evening "wind-down" vino that I eliminated created less of strain on my wallet and that $40 or $50 I would of spent will go into my charity fund.  I guess it is all about choices, and if I can give up my Sunday to Friday glass of vino - could someone give up their daily latte habit and use that savings to make a difference.  Green tea makes me just as happy! 
Peace & Happiness Everyone - will have more for you next week! vagi




 

50 Day Challenge

Well, it is October 25th and the chubby guy in a red suit arrives December 25th.  A few people have asked me if I have started the task of Christmas shopping, and I must admit that this year I am not inspired.  Maybe due to the fact that I look at what we have and realize we really do not NEED anything.

So to get myself in the "giving" spirit - I am giving up "spirits" for the next 50 days.  No martinis, no wine, no scotch - nothing.  I will save a few dollars (and some calories) and will take that money and "pay it forward" to a deserving cause.

I challenge all of you to do the same - make a difference before the year ends.  I will keep you posted on my progress.

Peace & love all - Vagi

Definition of a Modern Women

So what makes a "Modern Woman?"

Is she married?
Is she single?
Does she have children, a career?
Does she more sex, or less sex?
Does she earn more money than her husband, or less?
Does she stay home and raise her children?

In reality, can we define any one of us in one neat package?  My life today forces me to reflect on the struggles of wives, mothers and all women of the past.  The typical "50's" housewife just had to concern herself with keeping her house clean, dinner on the table at 5 o'clock and her children seen and not heard. She had no freedom, no opinions and no way out.   At times I wonder if we really have evolved from our mothers who were compliant to society's rules.  Is the "Modern Woman" one that does it all:  cooks organic, makes 6 figures, has a "magazine" spread home and beautiful, brilliant children?

I hope to hell not.

In my opinion the "Modern Woman" has compassion.  She gives of herself to the greater good, and does not care about the dust under the bed.  She is intelligent, she is accepting and she tries to make a difference.  Some "Modern Women" in my book:  Mother Theresa, June Callwood, and our own past Governor General, Michaelle Jean.    It is not about the name on your handbag or your designer yoga pants, it is about doing  small things that can impact a life.  We have the opportunity as women in this time of change and modernization and technology to create movements in our communities, our countries and our world.