On this beautiful, sunny spring day, I finally managed to get myself and my daughter outside the house! At 4:30 p.m.! I’m continually amazed at how hard I find it to get out of the house lately. This morning is a classic example. I woke up, ready to get out of the house early. Baby … Read more
Also known as: something I think I need to do, but can’t seem to manage. Life is good. It’s fine. We’re healthy, we eat, we sleep. Our house is not a complete disaster. I’m getting things done (some of them). But still: I just can’t seem to get on top of everything that needs doing, … Read more
Back from my break, I think and hope. Email access in the hotel in Vancouver was surprisingly weak. Once back, we found that our internet still wasn’t working. Husband spent a long, long time on the phone, with the result that they’re sending out a new router for us. We hope this means we can … Read more
Sometimes, being tired is a good thing. When you’re tired your resistance drops, and it can free you from pushing through with all the shoulds on your list. Like tonight. I really should get some writing done. Or more research in preparation for a finance meeting on Wed. night. Or … something! Declutter another shelf! … Read more
Almost 2 months ago I started drumming again. My old teacher was holding weekly jam sessions for advanced students on afro-cuban drumming. I love that stuff, so I went, and was completely invigorated. As time has gone by, I’ve continued to enjoy the evenings often, but also dread them a bit. Finding time to practice … Read more