The Moments Make It

If you had asked me this question a couple of years ago I would have answered ‘Yes’ with no hesitation. I was convinced that every day was the same, or at least they just blended into each other as I worked and commuted day in day out, week in week out. Then I decided to do a couple of things. I decided to finish year round teaching and I decided to start being more present.

Now I notice the differences between the days. They are there in so many ways big and small. This weekend my wife and I went to a play on Saturday and watched the Lionesses retain their title of European Champions. As we were watching the match, my daughter was messaging from Basel having got tickets for the England end. Now that is an extreme example of a lack of typicality, but I can see small differences everywhere and I can make small differences everywhere. The second factor is the important one. Change your route to work, wear a different outfit, cook a different meal. Whatever you do, do it with enthusiasm because in the end you will find that even the typical has its own power. The love of family, the home baking, the music, books or TV you enjoy, all of these can now seem fresh. If you will excuse me I now have to prepare my wife’s packed lunch, which is typical! 🤣🤣🤣🤣