Day 4 - 1 -- The First Day

Well day one of a new year was spent doing very ordinary things -- not a lot of work or chores, but still ordinary things. Watched a movie, folded laundry, did some social media catching up -- almost boring one might say <smile>. It was pleasant to have a day to do nothing in particular. Tomorrow the world will begin to encroach again. Things will need to be readied for work the following morning. Lunch will need to be packed. Papers and e-files will need to be organized for transport back to the office. But today, none of that or anything else seemed to enter the day.

Taking some time for oneself is important. I've pledged to make some room for 'me' things everyday of this coming year. That may be difficult with the four classes (two large, one medium and one small) that I'm instructing, but that may be the reason that this time is necessary. Without some time to recharge, I'll be of little use to the 400+ individuals who depend on me to deliver the course materials. If I don't take care of me, that delivery will not lead to student success -- the goal of any course. I'll be a cranky person filled with frustration and will begin to feel work is an imposition -- not a good road to walk down. So -- I'll try to remember to pause during the day rather than become overly stressed out. I will take a longer break by ending earlier in the evening rather than working through what should be bedtime. I have good intentions. We'll see how well these are met as the world swirls in ever compacting and faster circles. <smile>

The selection for today presents the newness of this first day of the year -- something unwritten ready to unfurl. Enjoy!

New Year's Day -- Pentatonix