February 2025

The calendar I use is simple and cheap from the Dollar Tree. It gets the job done! My husband prefers a calendar he can look at - so it serves as a shared tool so we can coordinate our schedules effectively. 

While my husband prefers a physical calendar to avoid overbooking, I personally rely on my phone for scheduling, complete with reminders and timers, which helps me manage my time more efficiently.

This calendar is in our office - 

This month in the Jewish Calendar is called Shevat. 

Sundown on Feb. 13, 2025, marks the beginning of a “new year” for trees. This special day signifies the awakening of the earliest blooming trees in the Land of Israel, emerging from their winter slumber to embark on a new cycle of fruit-bearing—a New Year for the Trees! It is considered a minor Jewish holiday. 

Here's what's on my calendar for this month:

Wedding Anniversaries!

The highlight of the month is our wedding anniversary. My son, Navy and his wife will also celebrate their 5th anniversary on February 28 this year, having married on Leap Year Day, February 29, 2020.

Calendars often fill up quickly, serving as a constant reminder of our busy lives and commitments. Many people view a packed calendar as a positive sign, indicating that they are active and engaged. However, for myself, I like to prioritize downtime and the ability to simply "be." 

Striving for balance is important, especially when personal preferences differ within a household. For instance, while my husband enjoys a busy, hectic life, I prefer a quieter home environment. I'm an introvert! That's how I recharge! Understanding and respecting these differing needs helps maintain harmony while ensuring that both of us feel comfortable in our living space. We've managed well in our married life, and I appreciate how he understands my need for solitude. 

So, who knows what potential opportunities and experiences February may hold? 

Hearts and Hugs,

Debby

I'm not just February

by Annette Wynne

I'm not just February

With winds that blow

All day, and piled-up snow;

I'm Washington and Lincoln, too,

Who kept our country's flag for you!

 

I'm Valentine of airy grace—

With golden hearts and hearts of lace

And pretty cards that people send,

Quite as a secret, to a friend.

 

Though I am short of days and small,

I'm quite a big month, after all!