I admit it. Like a lot of people, I get the major ‘guilts’ when I am just sitting around, doing nothing.
My first thought is always: get up and do something! I have always, always felt . . . driven, like I need to be productive at all times. That only seems to get worse as I get older — I am very aware of the clock ticking and the passage of time . . . and with each passing day, I have less time to accomplish everything I’d like to, both personally and professionally.
But, everybody needs downtime, right? For this reason, it thrilled me to read Alain de Botton’s perspective. I will remember it in those times when I just want to take a break to think . . . or relax . . . or rest.
Also, many thanks to John Van Noate for allowing me to modify and share his wonderful photograph, which I think is the perfect image for the quote.
I looked at Van Noate’s photographs, amazing trip back in time. I’m afraid the future photo gazers are going to miss out on our generation with all the cell phone photos.
Hi Pat,Sounds like the house is coming along ncleiy! It sounds like it will be beautiful when it is all completed!!!! Sure do miss you at Toastmasters and I am hoping you will be returning to Florida. I can’t wait to hear all about your experiences in many speeches. You are a super woman!!! Ellen G