Day 4 - 34 -- Taking Time

The day began with amazing sunshine. It was cold outside, but the sun was delightful. I spent the day preparing for midterms which are the week after next. These need to get to printing on Monday to ensure they are ready on the requisite days. Two of the courses are in classrooms too small for empty chairs between each student -- either that or the class size is too big <smile>. So, this means making two versions of two exams. So, today, I prepared five midterm exams. Not a complaint, just what filled my day today.

I had conversations with a couple of friends during the day. These were wonderful breaks in the crazy pace of the work day. Taking a few moments to think of something different can help one to re-centre. When returning to the work, the mind is ready to focus with less clutter. There are many ways to do this. Often opportunities just arise. The trick becomes ensuring we take those moments for our own good and that of the task at hand. The overall goal is to not get lost in the swirling details and demands. Take the time to just be yourself. Another goal to add to my daily 'to do' list <grin>.

The song selection is one new to me but the lyrics fit some of the meanderings of the blog today. Enjoy!

Who You Are -- Jessie J