My vacation from work is over, I head back to reality tomorrow. I am anticipating a crazy, busy day. I will probably have at least 50 voicemails and probably triple or quadruple that in emails. I will most likely have students, staff, and faculty in my office all day long. I have a feeling that tomorrow will be one of those days that I get tired of hearing my own name. “Jami, can you…?” “Jami, did you…?” “Jami, let me give you an update on…” “Jami, can I have a few minutes when you’re not busy?” “Jami, Jami, Jami…”
You know what, though? I’m okay with that. I have had a wonderful 9 days to relax and do the things that feed my soul. I’ve written, read, talked with friends, and spent time with my husband and stepson. I was mindful and present and I enjoyed every moment of my time off. I can’t remember the last time that I felt that way about a vacation. I actually feel recharged and motivated to go to work tomorrow. (I know that is subject to change around 7:00 a.m. tomorrow morning, but hopefully it won’t.)
Today I am grateful…
…that I have had the last week to rest and refuel
…that I haven’t been stressed or had any anxiety for 9 days in a row
…that tomorrow I will get to see my friends at work and catch up
…that I have a job that I like most of the time and love some of the time
…that several coworkers kept up on some of my daily work while I was gone, so tomorrow won’t be as hectic as it would be otherwise
I’m off to bed early, so I’m ready for tomorrow. Tonight, as I go to sleep, I will do so with serenity and a grateful heart. I hope you will too.
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Sober Grace 