Through the course of time, I’ve tried to pick up on “the little things” along the way. I was taught that one step forward and two steps back was no way to get anywhere anytime soon. But with all the commotion and hubbub of life, I find that going in reverse is one way to relax and enjoy the journey.

• I’m learning to just STOP and back up because it’s the little things in life along the way that are so important.

• I like moving in reverse to get a second glance. I find the second glance a great opportunity to be still and cherish the moment.

• To back up and seize the moment has to make some amazing memories for my rocking chair years.

This Christmas is a very good example. We made our plans to spend Christmas with family and ended up staying two days longer than planned. We spent more time with loved ones, made many more great memories and we wouldn’t change that for a min. In order to do that we had to take a couple steps back and quite frankly it was worth it all.

This year I’m going to aim for my goals and try to back up as much as possible. It’s the times I’m in reverse that I remember most.