Finals are so demanding! But a hint of Christmas anticipation goes a long way. Last night after a couple hours studying at the Queen Anne Starbucks I looked out the window to a street full of lights. It felt like a movie. The carols in the background, the a cozy fireplace next to me, the street sparkling with little lights whispering "Christmas" were so breathtaking. For a second I took my eyes out of the books, off my computer screen and for a moment remembered 'ah, there's an exciting world still going on around me.' I don't like the tunnel vision where life becomes so 'me' centered and all the end of quarter tasks become all consuming. It's a blessing to have eye opening moments that put life into a more expansive perspective. And the anticipation continues this morning as I'm back at it up at Starbucks. It does wonders for tunnel vision to observe other people's morning routines. Life is pressing on while all of us students bury our heads in the books. That's encouraging. Slowly but surely final projects, papers, and exams are being checked 'complete.' Can't wait to get home and rest and continue anticipating this exciting season!
