Earlier this week, I was listening to the Bangles' song "Manic Monday" and realized that is where the term "Sunday funday" came from. I chuckled because Sundays are not really fun days for me as I usually spend the day prepping and planning for the week and sneaking in some grading if there is time left over.
At that time, I decided that I would do whatever I could to make some time for some "fun" things today. That meant I went shopping for some much needed clothes on Friday and grocery shopped and prepped my lunches for the week on Saturday night. I also did some grading before going to bed.
That meant I could get outside for a 2 mile walk today. The sunshine and cool air really helped clear my mind and relieve some stress. I love thinking about writing during my walks, so I am sharing a haiku that was rumbling in my head.
Closing my eyes, I
face the sun; shoulders drop and
exhale the tension
Last year, I promised myself that I would start my garden from seed this year. I did not get to it last week because I was working and running errands. While this may not be fun, it is something that makes me feel good, and I think I will enjoy tending to them over the next several weeks in anticipation of planting my garden. I carved out time to get that done today.
Seeds, a promise of
new beginnings, requiring
attention to thrive
While I still have to do some work, I made sure that today was my "I don't have to run day," so that I could do a few things that I want to do not have to do.
This is good advice for teachers -- to make Sunday still a day where you want to do something for you. It can easily get swept up in all of the work. I am glad you shopped and the garden sounds lovely. I also appreciate the slice being inspired by a song.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh...one of my favorite songs. I'm glad you had an 'I don't have to run day!' and enjoyed the day for yourself. :)
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