Episode #331: 2026 New Year's Resolutions!
Grace and Alvina have their first episode of 2026. They sum up 2025 with one word, they share their proposed words of the year for 2026, and then share four resolutions and some aspirations each. They also share something they want to let go of in 2026. For the Fortune Cookie segment, they share some of the favorite things they consumed over the holidays, including books, movies, TV shows, and food! And, they end as always with what they're grateful for.
How have you been?
Grace and Alvina recap their two weeks over the holidays. Grace had a lovely closing of her exhibit at the Carle Museum and she’s getting very excited for her trip to China with her sister! Alvina was in California for two weeks and was able to achieve INBOX ZERO! She spent some quality time with her family. Her father is dealing with gout. Her parents are going to Taiwan soon.
Words of the Year
Grace and Alvina take a look back on their “words of the year” and look ahead to their word for the new year.
“What we consumed over break!”
Grace wanted to consume more TV this year! She watched Murderbot with her family and they’re watching Britbox shows. Grace and her family played Telestrations! Alvina played Hues and Cues!
Books:
Alvina read Flashlight by Susan Choi and Her One Regret by Donna Freitas. She and Stephen watched Left-handed Girl on Netflix.
Gratefuls
Grace has been grateful for alot of quality time spent with her family. Alvina is grateful that everyone is healthy and happy.
THANK YOU!
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