“Love is in the air, everywhere I look around
Love is in the air, every sight and every sound...”
Remember this 1977 disco song by John Paul Young? It was the singer’s only U.S. top 40 hit, but it spent two weeks at No. 1. Oddly enough, I can’t get it out of my head today — maybe because Valentine’s Day is coming!
If you just groaned, consider these reasons to look forward to Feb. 14. First, it’s winter and the color red is bright and cheery; we could all use a bit of that right now. Next, it’s a great excuse to indulge your sweet tooth along with the rest of the world. And finally, we could all use more love, and Valentine’s Day reminds us to do something about that.
The February Journal Magazine offers some great suggestions on how to improve your relationships: Les and Leslie Parrott tell how to liven up your marriage in “Romantic To-Do List”; Shannon Woodward details making a romantic dinner in “A table for two”; Abbey McGee highlights Seattle’s Underdog Sports League as a way of making new friends; and two innovators provide options for meeting compatible singles in “Find the love of your life (or just go out on a date) in 2013.”
Have a great month and let us know how you celebrated the people you love!
Elizabeth Griffin, editor
What does it mean to thrive? Is it asking too much in life to be overjoyed or should we be content with “pretty good?”
In anticipation of a new year — a clean slate, a wide open expanse of time to fill, and hope for grand opportunities — we explored the topic of living life to the max for our January edition of Journal Magazine.
We interviewed experts in the field of psychology, life coaching, philanthropy and business, and it turns out that thriving in life comes down to a few simple concepts, well within our ability to attain. It’s more about attitude than circumstances; more about what’s inside than out; and more about what’s right in front of you than some far-off adventure. I think you will be encouraged by what the pros have to say.
This issue of Journal Magazine will also inspire you with ideas for reinvigorating your home decor, your physical conditioning, and your relationships. It includes information on the new MOHAI and other local entertainment, as well as a list of suggestions for things to do this year. There is so much the Puget Sound region offers — let’s take advantage of it all and live this life to the fullest!
Wishing you a happy and fulfilling 2013!
Elizabeth Griffin, editor
