Day 6 - 239 -- Age Old Rhythms

Many new students and parents were encountered across campus today. While waiting in line for a new parking pass, several students were waiting for ID cards and parking passes. The 'long' line we were warned of was  about 10 people, so not long even by my adapted small town standards. I've been in longer lines at the grocery store <smile>. Getting around campus and town has been a nightmare due to many construction projects -- longer term ones in the middle of campus and short term ones in town. Roads at either end of my street were either closed or down to a single lane for many blocks. Those two roads mean there is only one way for most people to get into the neighbourhoods beyond mine. For our block, it became an act of patience. Campus roads were partly or fully closed as one large parking lot was closed for paving, and one of the two entry roads to campus involved dodging heavy equipment, semi trailers unloading, and construction vehicles blocking much of the parking area in the only large lot available to staff today. One or two areas with major work underway is doable. But at every turn this week, we've encountered new and continuing disruptions. Sadly, walking also led to standoffs with large pieces of heavy equipment on the sidewalks.

Disruptions to a days plans or annual migrations back to campus won't stop due to water main breaks, resurfacing initiatives or finishing exteriors of new buildings. Daily rhythms may experience unexpected alterations and the challenges to find a route to unload luggage at residences will add an extra layer of adventure for those new to campus. We all managed to make our way through or around the impediments with a deep breath and desire to continue.

The song today relates to the concept that changes can't easily be made to established routines. I love the up tempo sound of the music. Enjoy!

You Can't Stop the Beat -- Hairspray cast (movie)