Remote blog, 1-27-09

Another benefit of working in education is snow days – and I’m experiencing my first. For all the times I’ve bemoaned my post, as I sit here and type this entry, it all seems worth it. My husband just topped off my tea, I’m bundled in my buttery robe, and my puppies are nestled in a row on the futon.

One would expect the world to be a little quieter, today. Yet on Ingram Road, the sounds of winter are actually more pronounced: the crunch of icy tundra underfoot, the hoards of birds scavenging for seed. It is now only noon, and our feeders have been emptied twice since yesterday evening. My brother called, anxious to hear of our site’s newfound beauty; but it was refreshing to report that I find it no more stunning today than any other Tuesday.

My mind wanders, searching for a topic to write about; and this lack of momentum seems befitting of the day.

The past weekend found me again perusing the classifieds, seeking next employment. The two most important qualities I’m looking for in a position are 1. Opportunity for advancement/growth and 2. Ability to affect my income. Since relocating to Oklahoma, I’ve considered returning to school for Architecture or Chiropractic. Although entirely different industries, both professions deal with matters I find to be of great importance: (sustainable) design and (alternative) health. Unseen to me before this typing, however, is the commonality of structure that they share. Hmm… this is surely an insight, and I look forward to further understanding.

At this point, however, I choose to follow a route that will not result in tens of thousands of dollars worth of debt; so… what? And how?

(4PM)
I just watched The Secret, and have been reminded to leave those questions with the Universe. My work is to specify what I want, believe it is already secured and FEEL its existence. The “how’s” are best left to that more expansive than my human mind. Thank you, thank you, thank you for the experiences and tools I have that realign me with the Greater Good!

Hot chocolate now warms my mug, and the last episode of the John Adams series is poised for playing in our laptop. What a wonderful day!