A week late. But not just from being busy. I took a full two days of my week vacation off, just to play, not thinking about time or obligations. It was very nice. I can't wait for summer, when I'll be able to take whole weeks off, to just play, be in nature, have fun with my wife ^_^
But for now, school is starting up tomorrow again! I had a good amount of time to reflect and refine my organizational system. It required some deep thinking, so it would not have happened without this break-time.
Reflecting back, on the one hand, I'm busy and tired and at times anxious about work. I don't feel like I'm doing a very good job at it. On the other hand, the crucible of it all, the intensity, the minimal time and energy I have to use, are a great training ground for being effective with my time, energy, and actions. People rarely change unless they are sufficiently uncomfortable. I get the fortune of being uncomfortable enough, that I'm willing to put in a lot of energy to make changes to my life, to try and improve things. It's not the kind of gift I would give someone for Christmas, but it is a gift nonetheless. Out of this crucible, I will become stronger, more efficient and focused, more able to balance work with home and fun, while getting the necessary things done. Because I have to, if I want sanity and joy in my life. It's not a quick process though. It would be easier if I had a bit more time to reflect, plan, gather information, but then it wouldn't be a crucible that forced change, would it?
OK, that's all for last week, this week will probably happen tomorrow at lunch.
Spring is springing! There are buds and flowers and leaves popping out, fresh and tiny and green. It's a hopeful and uplifting sight.
Love,
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