commuting
to and from school each day
is always a bit of an adventure/misadventure
depending upon one’s perspective.
it’s not unusual for me
to get a hands-free text or call
from one of my teaching partners
in response to something going on in the road ahead:
an animal crossing, tire blowout, accident, truck spill, something on fire,
weather delays, political motorcade, funeral procession,
waving mascots, emergency vehicles, pop-up detours, construction,
or that old standby:
unusually heavy traffic due to the no-reason reason.
at this point
i turn up my music or book.
whoever happens to arrive first
will let our office know that the other
may be on time,
or
10 minutes late,
or
will arrive at a yet to be determined time before school lets out for the day.
fortunately we work with a very understanding administration.
the only thing i’ve learned to expect
is that
with each curve of the road
there is the very real possibility of a new surprise.
—
“all you need is the plan, the road map, and the courage to press on to your destination.”
– earl nightingale
—
image credit: tokyoweekender
I used to get angry, but now I listen to books and stay happy. I’ll get there…
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yes, i know there’s not anything i can do about it, so i really don’t get mad, just listen )
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You can’t get there before you get there. 😉
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spot on, colleen –
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😉
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Safe travels!
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thanks – who knows what today will hold? )
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Hopefully only fun adventures!
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Yes)
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That’s quite the sight to find just ahead of you on the way to work, Beth. Oh wow.
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You never know what lies ahead, just like all of life
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good perspective!
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Thanks)
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I don’t miss the school drop offs – I used to get so angry at all the inconsiderate drivers with their SUVs, their Starbucks and their cell phones, inconveniencing everyone around them. I stay as far away from schools when they are in session, because of all the questionable driving practices that occur on a daily basis.
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Ah, I get that)
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The commute can be the most stressful part of the job. I love the way your colleagues look out for each other – on the road and I’m sure in the building too.
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Yes, it takes the stress away
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hmmm, i thought it was going to be about ironing. the photo credit added a new wrinkle.
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hopefully it all got straightened out when you read it
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You never know what happens, enjoy the ride!
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so true, thanks ute –
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