I did something out of the ordinary today. Instead of doing as I always do, carefully weighing to pro’s and con’s of every major purchase and almost always ending up without, I shut my brain off. My boss’ wife bought a new Mac and it came with a free printer and a free ipod touch. When he offered me the touch (at a reduced price) I jumped on it… even though I already have a newer iPod. This event goes against all logic, all rational… Yes, I was thinking about a new PDA, but maybe when the old one died- maybe after I had my finances totally in order. I bought something on impulse… something quality… this is so not like me.

I suppose it’s all alright as I am working a lot more this week. While I won’t be getting overtime, I will be able to comp a day… so I can save it for my vacation time next year (and not worry so much about losing half a paycheck!) I decided to put my new little friend to use… to remind myself what I could be doing with my Saturday- and what I have to do.

My dream Saturday

My dream Saturday

My Actual Day

My Actual Day

As sad as it is to know that my creative energy must be saved for another day, I am thankful for the job and for the hours. By getting out of work around 9 this evening, I actually got to see the sunset! (for the first time in… a while!) I haven’t seen some of those colors in a sunset before… the splendor of God’s creation never ceases to amaze me!

Beautiful colors

Beautiful colors

It's like a rainbow

It's like a rainbow

Blues and Oranges... don't see that color combo much

Blues and Oranges... don't see that color combo much

Even though things feel a bit crazy right now, I know this season will pass fairly quickly. I am excited for the kids who have yet to see their new high school… and I am excited to be a part of such a neat organization- even if I lose my 3 day weekend :-)