Day 4 - 254 -- Interdependence

The second week began today. A lot to accomplish in the next 4 days, while working to find that term groove. Many small tasks left my desk today. Many others remained. The day was  cool and rainy but is supposed to clear tomorrow. Fall weather seems to be settling in, but some warmer days are expected between the cooler and wetter ones. Some leaves have begun to turn so there are sprinklings of red leaves through some of the maples. I look forward to peak colour times.

Getting into the routine is challenging at best. Beginning with a migraine may interfere with that. At this time last year, I was just returning from Spain, having spent the first week of classes at a conference. That put me behind as far as the rhythm of teaching term is concerned. The needed routine occurs regardless of the false starts encountered. There really isn't a choice -- without it the term work would be totally lost. The job insists that one find a way through somehow. This means we work with acceptable and less acceptable coping strategies. Not getting sucked into the vortex sits at the top of most 'to do' lists. As in any time of stress, people help each other most times but can also isolate themselves at other times. Success seems to depend on collaborative efforts -- the 'it takes a village' concept.

The selection for today discusses the need for social support -- that support we can get from others -- and notes the reciprocal nature of this concept. A Canadian group sings this cover version. The video images fit the idea presented by the lyrics very well. Enjoy!

Lean on Me -- Canadian Tenors