“Possibilities” by Diane W., Midteacher on swap-bot
The academic year began with far more drama than I expected, and I’m finally finding a few moments on a less crazy night. I’ve been reflecting on the mixed media photography piece Diane W., Midteacher, sent for the “Raindrops” swap I hosted a few weeks ago.
Last Monday, I marched into my office after dropping my son off for his first day of school, happy to have a full seven hours to transform “possibilities” to realities. I had such plans! But one obstacle after another hindered any progress on anything day after day for almost the entire week.
When my own classes began two days later, I was not prepared. I “faked the funk” and pushed through, but by Friday, I was deflated–my only solace was knowing I had the weekend to recuperate.
Today, I took a short walk after my morning classes, annoyed by another hindrance. Through some connection in my thoughts, the words Diane worked into her photo surfaced–“today is full of possibilities.”
Was I going to let one thing gone wrong ruin a whole day filled with possibilities? Was I going to allow my week to be hijacked again?
Of course not! There’s too much at stake.
I shook off the icky feelings, returned to my office and got to work…chipping away at the possibilities.
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It takes courage to get back into the game and embrace the possibilities life offers. It’s difficult to do. Thank you for the reminder that we can do it, if we try harder. Have an awesome week, Chandra! 😊
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Changing our mindset can make all the difference in the world. Great way to think positively. Have a blessed week! 🙂
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Thanks…I’m glad the week is almost over. I need sleep and a quiet weekend. 🙂 I hope yours is going well!
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Awesome reminder, art and words. Thanks for sharing with us Chandra. Hope your days are rolling along smoothly 🙂
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This week has been much smoother in some ways…tougher in others. Your postcard is still sitting on my desk!
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Good you did that. It takes inner strength to do that. Have a good week ahead Chandra!
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Thanks, Parul! Looking forward to visiting some trees today. 😀
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I can relate to this. School starts tomorrow, and I am so far behind of where I like to be in terms of prep and planning. But, like you, I can only do what I can do so that’s what I can do.
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Pretty much. The good thing about it is we generally know far more about the subject matter than they do, so we still appear prepared. LOL!
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FACTS.
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