For Peace of Mind

I started to think about those basic things that could be done to make life easier, less complicated, and more peaceful on a daily basis. Here's what I came up with, in no particular order. I laughed after I wrote the list, but I also think it's a good guide for me to check back with on occasion-- I'd like to be a high achiever in the "peace of mind" category, too. I hope it helps you decide what your list will contain.

THINGS TO DO FOR PEACE OF MIND:

• Yearly Credit Check
• Yearly Exam (important for men and for women)
  
• Back up the Hard Drive Again
  
• Weekly Self-Exam
• Laugh More (with friends is good)
  
• Get the oil changed and the wiper blades replaced sometimes
• Listen to good music on a good sound system
  
• Walk More, Gossip Less
• Keep your tax packets from past years together in one place
• Use a pop-up reminder program for birthdays
• Own 3 pairs of sunglasses
• Get your pet fixed
• Have comfey dining chairs
• Take a daily multivitamin that tastes good
• Buy Organic Foods
• Wake up 5 minutes earlier
  
• Get to know your neighbors
• Rent a Safety Deposit Box
• Floss
• Keep your favorite children's books handy
• Throw out the skinny jeans, the fat jeans, and the itchy designer sweaters (anything you are keeping out of guilt-- doesn't fit, cost a lot, a recent gift, what if, never wear it but...)
• Own a shredder
• Set up a savings account with auto deposit from your checking each month
• Collect Memories, not stuff
• Schedule Alone Time, Beach Rambles and Tea Breaks, Too
  
• Smile when they want to take your picture, even if you feel like a drowned rat
  
• Don't burn candles on plastic surfaces
• Change your pillow case more often than your sheets
• Switch to Frozen Yogurt
• Plan to sleep in sometimes
  
• Dream.