Something to look forward to before the zombie apocalypse

We all need to look forward to something. I learned that about myself a long time ago. If there's something amazing in the future, I can get through just about anything. It doesn't matter how much the day or week sucks.

The last few weeks have been pretty bad. This morning I woke up knowing in 24 hours I would be on a jet to a short vacation. A girl trip, and it's going to be fun. We rented a house on a lake in an old south town near the Atlantic. We're going to spend four days writing and talking, then we'll eat and drink and write and talk some more.

And of course we'll explore and enjoy the town if the hurricane doesn't keep is at home. Then in the midst of it all, I'm sure my two friends will have that caring talk to make sure I'm taking care of myself and not playing just a little too much. That's okay. It's what friends are for.

A few days after getting back from that trip, I'm off for a weekend with another friend. This isn't a girl trip, and will be a delicious one. Visit again - maybe I'll share.

In spite of the fun, what warms my heart is who I get to be with over the next 10 days. I'll see three of a select few who helped me over the last three years get where I am today. They helped me be happy again.

Having something to look forward to doesn't have to be a trip. It should just be something you love. Wear a crazy Halloween costume and go to a party or a bar this weekend. And the holidays are coming soon, too. Spend a day with a friend, take a hike in the country or have a massage. Another yummy idea is lounging in bed all day - alone or with a special friend. Do nothing but lounge and enjoy. Because you deserve it.

Besides, the zombie apocalypse may just be around the corner and the end of the world could be less than two months away. Who knows what may happen tomorrow, next week or in a year. Enjoy today.

Love to the single girls and the zombies too,
Addison