I’ve always loved reading these posts when written by others. They give a good glimpse into our days and our lives – and I’m not going to lie – the word prompts are helpful too, when you’re just getting your brain going on a Monday Tuesday morning. (Started this Monday morning and… somehow now it is Tuesday. Sigh.)
So with that, here’s what I am currently…
Enjoying…the quiet of a Monday Tuesday morning working at home. It astonishes me sometimes how quiet it can be in this apartment. This is a great example – early morning, most people haven’t gotten going yet (or if they have, they’re in their own apartments doing so!). For once, there are no sirens or loud trucks going down the main road near my apartment. It’s just… Quiet. I love it.
Drinking…Good Earth Sweet & Spicy tea before I have my cup of coffee. Speaking of which, I am still drinking the free coffees (well, free but for shipping and handling) from Tchibo coffee. San brought my attention to this offer and I was astonished to find out that… it was true? I’ve loved the ones I’ve tried so far. Saving the dark roast for last as that is usually my favorite. 🙂
Eating…Well, nothing at the moment. I’ll have a granola bar in a bit.
Feeling…behind. Always and forever. I will never catch up, and I think I just need to come to grips with that.
Reading…Well, nothing at this exact moment. But I’m currently flipping between Think Again, by Adam Grant, and The Third to Die, by Allison Brennan. Both good in their own (very different) ways.
Listening to…My Really Good (and really random) playlist on YouTube. Currently playing Darius Rucker, Wagon Wheel. Who know what will come up next?
Grateful for… people who make me think. Being challenged to think differently is hard for me, but often necessary. I appreciate those in my life who make me think without challenging my inherent worth as a human being. My ideas, yes, but not who I am. This comes up in work and in life, and I do appreciate the opportunity to revisit and reconsider my beliefs and / or thoughts.
Buying…. not a whole lot. Trying to reduce frivolous spending this month. Last month got a bit out of hand. The problem is, a lot of winter stuff is on sale right now (fleece, etc.) and I do have a few things to replace. Hm. Maybe a one-for-one approach? Something in and something (equivalent) out?
(For those who are curious, the playlist went to Brandi Carlisle. That woman has…a voice. Wow.)
Taking… a deep breath as I look at my schedule today. Meetings straight from 9-1. Short break, and then one more meeting to wrap up the day. Oof. Why do I think that I can get something done on these days? It so rarely happens.
Anticipating…making some changes in my routine (I know! It’s crazy to even consider). I’ve realized that if I want to do more of what I want to do (e.g., write here, read and comment on your blogs) that I need to shift priorities or it will never happen.
Wishing…all of you a wonderful Tuesday and a great rest of the week. I’m hoping to be back soon (maybe even this week?) with some thoughts on Courage and how I see it manifesting in my life this year.
I love reading people’s responses to these 🙂 Always feels like I’m talking with a friend and catching up on their life. I’m currently eating some pizza and watching the Olympics (women’s figure skating short program). Good morning in my opinion!
Oooh, pizza for breakfast? Cold or rewarmed? 🙂 (I haven’t done that in a long time, but it sounds good right now!)
And Olympics are a nice way to start the day, too – that is one benefit of the major time change, I guess? I haven’t been watching because, well, no TV, but I have been following the coverage online.
You’re right – these posts always feel like a glimpse into a friend’s day and life. I like the “day in a life” posts for the same reason, although people would be bored to tears with mine!
It’s always so lovely to hear your voice.
Oh how I like quiet! We’re definitely kindred spirits there.
I read more of Anne of Green Gables last night and of course it made me think of you!
Thank you so much, Elisabeth. I am hoping to share my voice more often here as I work through how I want to bring courage into my life this year. Lots of thoughts on that right now!
The quiet in the midst – literally – of a busy and full apartment building always astonishes me. Same with the office, where I am now. Few people are in this “early” (I’d say it’s 8 am and long-past time for the day to start, but I’m a significant outlier in that regard…). Often, the only sounds I hear are what I assume are those related to the HVAC system. Occasional footsteps. And my fingers on the keyboard. 🙂 That said, I will head down to the 2nd floor (classrooms and learning lab) shortly and that is where the students are. It’s a bit more vibrant, shall we say?
Ah, Anne. I am so tempted to pull book #1 off the shelf in the evening. But… I have reread that series more recently than the Dark is Rising sequence so may shift to that instead. We shall see! (Are you in Book 5? That one always threw me, with all of the challenges and difficulties they face. So different from the first four books!)
I always love those quiet mornings. It just feels like a hug, especially when mornings CAN be so hectic. Hoping you get all the quiet!!
Doesn’t it though? I love it when it’s so quiet that it kind of, I don’t know, presses in on me. I’m listening SO hard for any noise and when I don’t hear anything it’s so soothing. The last few nights have NOT been quiet, however, due to the wind whistling (quite literally) in my windows. Brrr…
A friend just recommended Think Again to me! I have it on my list to read soon.
Always great to hear from you and I’m glad you got to have one of these nice, quiet moments before your crazy day of meetings!
Thanks so much for stopping by, Stephany.
The book is really good. There are some fascinating stories – he has a very engaging writing style. Next up is either Essentialism or Four Thousand Weeks (although I am also tempted to read Brene Brown’s new book… however, the whole Spotify thing has given me a bit of pause, there…). I am a total nonfiction nerd. 🙂
I had a quiet moment but man, this week and last have been straight-up bonkers. Add in an ice storm yesterday and… it makes for an interesting period of time. The only way through is through, I suppose!
OMG, I am so behind on blog reading. Forgive me.
I am a big fan of quiet mornings (and WFH definitely afforded me more of those) and I love to hear that you’ve been enjoying the Tchibo coffee…. it was too good of a deal to pass up, even better that you love the taste. I’ve enjoyed it too.
Uh, San? Remember whose blog you’re commenting on… you do not have to apologize for being behind on blog reading! I’ve got you beat any day. 😉
And yes, those quiet mornings. I love when it’s so quiet it kind of… presses down on you. Like the silence itself has a sound.
Every time I make coffee I think to myself that I have to thank you (again) for the link to that giveaway! As anticipated, I love the dark roast the most (generally my favorite type of coffee). European dark roast > American any day!