- Church.
- Lunch out (Karianne's treat!).
- A long walk (and a little jog).
- Baseball as a family in the front yard.
- A visit to my parents.
- Dinner (baked potatoes with toppings and fresh fruit).
- Youth group for Andy and Karianne, bedtime routine for the kids.
- Transferring my files to a brand new computer.
What's that? Yes, indeed! I did say a brand new computer.
Getting a new computer is a little like moving into a new house. It's exciting, but it takes time to get everything just the way you like it. The files have to move. The typing speed is a little slower until getting accustomed to the keyboard. The mouse pad has its own quirks.
My old computer was a good friend. I didn't really want to make the switch, but it was too heavy. I carry my computer with me everyday. My job isn't one where I stay in a single school the entire day. Nope, I'm in and out, in and out. Tomorrow I'll be in four different schools, then attend a meeting in another district, then go to another school to lead a Title I parent night.That's 12 trips in and out -- 14 if you count in and out of my house! All of that in and out with my computer has led to a few issues with my arms and legs -- mainly the loss of feeling in the extremities. Yikes!
So my new friend is
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Yeah for you!!! A new computer. What a fun day! Glad you enjoyed the weather. Love the list.
ReplyDeleteWow, Ruth, I just peeked into your notebook. I am amazed at how your brain organizes thoughts visually and spatially. I'm sure those new files in your computer are getting all organized, too, both spatially and visually. May your day feel lighter tomorrow. :-)
ReplyDeleteSo that quiet weekend came and went. It sounds like it turned out to be a bit busier than expected --- but good busy. Congrats on the new computer. I hope it makes life a little easier.
ReplyDeleteChanging computers could easily eat up lots of empty minutes over the next few weeks. It is mildly stressful, but ultimately worth every extra second it takes to become accustomed to the new machine! That might be the most exciting part of your "empty" day, but I am sure it was not the most fulfilling.
ReplyDeleteI like your simile "getting a new computer is like moving into a new house." i liked the idea of the excitement and the work involved. I hope this 2.8 baby makes your life (and extremities) better!
ReplyDeleteGood for you getting something new and even better feeling more organized and lighter on the go. So glad for you.
ReplyDeleteAgreed on the love/pain relationship of the new computer... And I'm officially a little jealous of the weight thing. With the travel I do, I get more than a little resentful of this lug... :P
ReplyDeleteHurrah for the lighter and NEW computer-so exciting. I see that you filled up your day very well indeed. Whenever I have the day yawning before me, I seem to make so many plans that then it is filled. Your list showed you did some very nice things. Happy Day! Your tomorrow sounds a bit challenging - best to you, Ruth!
ReplyDeleteWow Ruth,
ReplyDeleteIn and out 14 times-that is a lot...I think I will keep track of my in and out moves this week-may lead to a slice idea! Best of luck with the new toy! I hope it does make the in and out easier!
I know what you mean about the time spent moving. I did that last summer and purposely waited until summer when I knew I wouldn't be so stressed by "the move."
ReplyDeleteFor a not-so-empty day, it sounds like it turned out to be awesome! Enjoy your new computer and regained feeling in your arms. :)
ReplyDeleteHooray for you! The "empty" day filled with mostly family stuff, which is cool, and a new computer too?!?! Wow!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see it--it can be friends with my lightweight laptop. :)
Enjoy your new computer. Imagine all the writing you will do on it!
ReplyDeleteMabruke! (Arabic for congratulations) Enjoy the move.
ReplyDeleteDid you finally get the MacBook Air you wanted? Either way, very exciting! As my grandmother would say, "use it in good health."
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