A collection of thoughts, stories, observations, and whatever else has been on my mind. Thinking thoughtful thoughts… how original.
Realignment and Finding Calm
I choose to be alone. Not lonely. And think, and feel, and do all of the things I had previously made excuses to not do.
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Habits
Reflecting on reflections and who I see when I look in the mirror— my reflection!
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Severance: The Show, The Thoughts!
Work You knows nothing but work. Outside You knows nothing about work. Think of the implications!
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I am grateful for my job. I am grateful to work. I love challenges. I am happy.
Being someone who has many firsts in my family, it feels like I’m being ungrateful when I admit that I have burnout. Burnout is inconvenient. It serves no purpose other than to remind me that I have limitations and I need to listen to my body when it speaks.
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Class of 2020: Graduating while Social Distancing
Alas, I have my health, my memories, and my diploma. I’ll be okay because I can keep moving forward.
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The Week The Scotties Meowed
I screamed louder than I ever have. I am leaving. I am free; I will be free. I’ll miss this. I’ll miss you. I’ll miss us.
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Remembering France: Reflecting on My Study Abroad Experience
As much as I miss France, I realize that there is a balance somewhere between here and there— perhaps it’s somewhere in the Atlantic Ocean or in between the healthy sleeping hours of 10 p.m. and midnight.
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Leandra Colley 