January Named for Janus the Roman god of gates and doors; represented with two opposite faces. Janus is an ancient Roman, composite, obscure god who is associated with doorways, beginnings, and transitions. A usually two-faced god he looks to the future and the past. ( source ) Get Organized Month Studies have shown that America can save 55.2 minutes per day, or 14 days per year, if they were more organized. Could you use the time elsewhere in your life? I know I could!  How to Organize Your Time Better in the New Year Monthly Organizing Checklist for January 2015 , this list provides a realistic breakdown of where and how to start so the task of organizing doesn't feel or seem so overwhelming. Hot Tea Month Tea, it's what's good for you 31 Ways to Celebrate Hot Tea Month Start your habit today and continue it all year long, maybe with a monthly tea subscription. Be Kind to Food Services Month Can I get an amen?  The people who work in caf...

I am grateful for hot tea.  It does something for my soul even when I'm not really paying attention to the state of my soul.  Something about tea calms me, soothes me, brings peace.  That may seem silly to you but it's true for me.  I'm also grateful that it is an affordable way to take care of myself.  What's something that helps you settle down in your soul?