Moments D656: Study breaks

Today was day one of hard core studying for my coming midterm.  I haven't been a very diligent student to date this semester and it's showing.  Between unexpected distractions to a shift in life priorities, my readings have taken a back seat to other things.

Today, there was no more delaying.  It was time to dig in, and dig in deep.

And I'm learning.  Not only the subject that I'm supposed to be focused on, but about taking better care of myself.  I paused mid-day and had a good catch up with BFF.  I took micro-breaks throughout the day and caught up with EQ.  I also ended the day earlier than I normally would so that EQ and I could enjoy a date night together.

Looking back, it's been a good, productive day.  I feel a little uneasy with the work left to do before my midterm, but in the end, I'm also trying to let go of my need for that A+.  Really.  Is that so darn important?Nope.  Definitely not.  It's time that need take a back burner.  It hasn't been easy for me to shift gears, but I can feel the shift more than ever.

That said, tomorrow I'll start a little earlier and work a little later to get more of what I feel I need to get done.  What can I say, I'm slow to shift.

Moments focusing on the back-burner.

Moments realizing that I don't need to push quite so hard.

Moments D103: Rain Days

Today was an early start than normal for me and I spent a lovely morning catching up with a dear friend of mine on the phone. As I sat on the balcony, I watched the clouds rolling past very quickly listening to her recent adventures I could see that it was definitely going to be a rain day as they had been calling for. It was the first time that there was a bit of a chill in the breeze too; summer’s first hint at retreat.

Little known fact. I love rain days. They invite me to take some down time and enjoy a slower pace. I welcomed the enticement. So the question became….what to do on this rain day.

First stop - my favourite Tim Burton movie Nightmare Before Christmas. As always, it was fun to revisit this classic!

Next stop - some shopping. Why not? It’s end of season. Zellars is closing its doors in many locations and there are great deals to be had at these locations. My friend & I found some great deals!

Okay, I’ll admit it, during a break in the rain I did play some tennis. I know, not really a slower pace, but still something out of the ordinary!

Final Stop - more TV and lounging. (See - I can slow down!)

Moments - rain days. Time to slow down.

Moments for favourite movies.

Moments for finding deals.

Moments to relax.