Tag Archives: self

17
Apr

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 →

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18
Feb

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 →

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28
Jan

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 →

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15
Jan

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 →

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5
Jan

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 →

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