Lessons Learned

I either heard or read that when one travels for any extended amount of time you change and expect that things/people have changed back home but they don't. Consecuently, others expect you to come home unchanged as well. This doesn't happen either.
I am trying to reflect back on my time here (and avoid the afternoon rain). Here are some things I learned about myself or in general this month, as well as things I didnt learn but had reaffirmed. Some are silly and some are serious:

I need more alone time than most.
I think all good books are written by people that have last names starting with M, S, and/or W.
People that have the least give the most.
I need to know more about my world.
Once finished with a book, I feel I've just lost friends and miss them.
I have very little, if any, patience outside of work.
I think yoga will be my newest passion.
I am much more laid back and passive than I thought possible, especially compared to the "me" growing up.
Trust is a gift that I take responsibly.
Priorities shift.
My age shows in my hands and eyes.
I'm a sucker for anyone that reminds me of my little brother.
I can't stand "helpless" people that really aren't.
Things work out if you are nice and considerate.
I am still scared of fire.
Naps will always be my guilty pleasure.
Sometimes, it is best to not say anything, but then people think I don't care when really I am trying to respect them.
Life is complicated yet simple.
I am OCDish when things are unknown and the complete OPPOSITE when I am comfortable.
Family has many definitions just depends on the circumstance.
I surprise myself.
People are still my greatest investment.
And finally, I am starting to have crazier ideas about life plans than my husband, which is hard to do!

-- Post From My iPhone