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5 things I’ve learned in 5 days with The Boot
1It actually doesn’t matter very much if you’re a bit late. Very few things are set-in-stone-on-time. One of those very few things is the start of the school day. (Just sayin’.) 2Objects in sight are farther than they appear. 3Most people are kind… Continue reading
Knowing something’s value
Today I fought a battle I have fought many times before. It’s getting ridiculous, to be honest. It was a professional battle — I won’t go into details here. Sometimes I wonder why I still fight it. And then I realized why I still fight it: becaus… Continue reading
My Personal Best
This is a phrase I love. I’d like to use it more often. Today, I achieved a personal best. I’m uncomfortable publicly sharing exactly what it was for, but let’s just say it’s fitness-related. (That in itself is also one of the reasons I’m uncomfor… Continue reading
Alone time
Today’s truth will be quick as I am about to descend into a jetlag slumber. Alone time is both necessary and wonderful. I spent the entire day alone today. I realize this is a luxury. Many of my friends – in particular the SAHMs – don’t get to do … Continue reading
Busy is good.
I am better when I am busy. Quiet time is good, too — and necessary — but one thing I know to be true about myself is that I am more my true self when I am busy. Today I rented a car. I’ll only be here another 2 days, but I had two appointments … Continue reading