Madlyn Del Monte

Where did those couple of months go?

I started working back in the city again. Love the job, finally at peace with the commute. Apple Music and Air pods helped a bunch! Family seems to be adjusting so I guess we will see. I have been speaking at a few conferences and running some big events which have been super fun!

Wow that went quick. I have been very busy creating things, helping friends, and just living the dream life I have. I had a blast chaperoning my daughter Disney trip it was amazing to see them perform. They worked so hard to get there. My May and June are packed with all kinds of wonderful events. Where does the time go?

Wow I have been busy. I think when you have time, you spend it on getting caught up on life. Hanging out with folks you have not spent time with, cleaning spots in your house that have not seem love in a bit. That is exactly what I have been doing. Before you know it, its Ash Wednesday and everyone is saying what are you giving up? Well this year, I’m going to have a protein shake or close my rings on my watch every day. I am also reading a great daily meditation from Ashes to Mercy. A little more prayer and faith, never hurt anyone! So as i sit here an drink my protein shake, i figured i would check in and let you all know I’m doing great, and all is good.

On bad days, two things happen, 1) some how, something happens to show you it can get worse. 2) something happens to tell you are loved and to have faith.

Today, once again the girls were late, I had made my daughters coffee for her since she was running late. The bottom fell out of the coffee and fell all over me. I have been fighting a cold. So it sent me over the edge. My oldest helped me clean up and we got to school on time (somehow).

Well feeling sorry for myself I head to McDonalds to get an egg McMuffin.

I go to check out, and the women tells me the car before me paid. I pick up my order and I get it with the attached note. Nuff said…

Well this was a busy a week, I think keeping myself busy has really helped. There are so many ideas an opportunities that find their way to you when you have time to speak with people. At any rate we found a new home for the next Lean & Agile Meetup for March, so that is great! we should be announcing it next week, just making sure the speaker can make it.

Well with all the snow in the North East it will serve as a good distraction. The hunt is up and in full swing. I have been introduced to so many things, and I have connected with so many people. I have taken on 2 little projects daily in the house to make some progress. I continue to remain positive and do things daily that make me happy. The little dog LOVES having me around, and the big dog is just happy to hang out in the room where it is warm. Stay warm and safe everyone! Oh… and I have learned you can look at your resume a zillion times and hand it to someone and they will find something, don’t take it personally, thank them and move on. It’s been two weeks of circulating it to about 20+ and each one has found something they would change or an outright simple error or inconsistency. I think when you look at something too much, it all just looks the same to you after awhile. A big shout out to everyone who took a look and made it that much better!

Well, winter break has come and gone. It was nice having everyone home for a bit. Many great things have started to fall into place, and someone mentioned to me that this is the most relaxed I have looked in a bit. I find myself yawning far less than, I use to and getting a lot done around the house, and being able to run the kids around to things. I have started to have time to see people and friends again which is nice, and the house is finally getting into shape. Who knows I might even get that room complete I always wanted upstairs. 🙂 the best is yet to come…

Its always fun to head someplace new and share your talents with folks who don’t know you. I headed into the city to do just that, and they made me yummy soup to boot! Need to figure out what is next, starting to see all the endless possibility and it can be well…overwhelming!

So you have a blank canvas with tons of options out there. Where do you start?

• OK start with blasting broadway, I would suggest “In the Heights” or “Hamilton”, throw in a bit of Hairspray and well you have focus music that is happy. I have always turned to music during so many time in my life. Nothing puts your life in perspective like a country song…
• Second I would turn to revamp Resume, LinkedIn, your website, and reach out to your first list of friends. You should be reaching out to your contacts daily and check in. Spread out the love throw some old friends in there that you have not had time to talk to in a bit
• I have to admit having everyone home yesterday for a snow day yesterday was good.

Since laundry is done, Im tackling the kitchen today and going to dust of the cross trainer…