Not that I mind going to work, I don't . . . not at all. I missed it very much. I missed the work, the students, my co-workers, the drive, feeling productive, the stimulation of adult conversation unrelated to school subjects and school sports. And then . . . the mandate. Working on a federal … Continue reading Back to Work
Random Thoughts
When the Future Seems Uncertain
"Life isn't meant to be lived perfectly, but merely to be . . . LIVED. Boldly, wildly, beautifully, uncertainly, imperfectly, magically LIVED. ~ Mandy Hale Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Events have happened in the past few days that have required prayerful consideration, tears, much thought, indecisiveness, and finally . . . a peaceful decision. … Continue reading When the Future Seems Uncertain
9 1/2 Weeks
"Your muscles cannot get 'longer' without some radical orthopedic surgery." ~ Mark Rippetoe Photo by Olya Kobruseva on Pexels.com Slowly I am healing from the knee replacement. Still beaucoup swelling, tightness and discomfort but nothing that slows me down too much. Vacillating between resting with it propped on something, or going about my business. Two … Continue reading 9 1/2 Weeks
Slowing Down
"Less do, more be." ~ Unknown Photo by Tamba Budiarsana on Pexels.com We could learn a lot from cats. I don't personally care for cats, but it doesn't mean they can't teach me something. We have a plentiful amount of cats in the neighborhood, so I've got opportunity to observe to my hearts content. What … Continue reading Slowing Down
What to Do With Post-op Time
"You need to let the little things that would ordinarily bore you suddenly thrill you." ~ Andy Warhol Photo by Kaboompics .com on Pexels.com Having to rest post-operatively is not an easy thing for me. Considering I was doing heel pumps from the time I left the recovery room (still sedated) to my hospital room, … Continue reading What to Do With Post-op Time
The Different Levels of Planning
"No matter how many plans you make or how much in control you are, life is always winging it." ~ Carroll Bryant Photo by Chris F on Pexels.com As in life, the photo above is full of differences but also similarities -- fractals. The shapes are similar, the geometric lines, even many of the colors … Continue reading The Different Levels of Planning
How to Use Your Head, Do Research online and Not Be STUPID
"Two things are infinite: the universe and human stupidity; and I'm not sure about the universe." ~ Albert Einstein Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com I've been quiet lately because I've been delving into some research in a topic that interests me. I believe that life experiences can either break you . . . or make … Continue reading How to Use Your Head, Do Research online and Not Be STUPID
Space Camp
"I fully believe that one of the greatest gifts I've given my children is the example of a mother who pursues her passions like a motherfucker." ~ Cheryl Strayed I didn't grow up in an atmosphere of exploration. As I've noted previously in 'What Will People Think' and here in 'How Do You See People?' … Continue reading Space Camp
Taking a Break
"The opportunity to step away from everything and take a break is something that should not be squandered." ~ Harper Reed Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com The last few months have been stressful - physically, mentally, legally, financially, and personally. With legal matters behind us we can move ahead and start living without the stress … Continue reading Taking a Break
Gratitude
"Reflect upon your present blessings, of which every man has many, not your past misfortunes, of which all men have some." ~ Charles Dickens Photo by Simon Berger on Pexels.com Yesterday, while driving to work in the morning, I had quite the moving experience. I don't know if it was the conversation I had earlier … Continue reading Gratitude
The Road Back Home 