I find it quite humorous that most Apple products (iPads, laptops and desktops) come with photobooth. It’s such a silly and fun app. Today Elphie and I played with it. Here is the result:
year of fun
HAVE FUN. EVERY DAY. SIMPLE BUT DAUNTING.
Category Archives: Solitary Fun
Day 206: Interviews
I’m hiring someone! It’s not my first time hiring interns, or as we call them, apprentices (due to the high level of responsibility they take on while in this educational position). It’s also not my first time hiring an apprentice for this company, but today is the first time I’ve had two hours of interviews (4 half hour introductory ones) in a row.
It requires stamina and the ability to hit the reset button for each person. I really enjoyed talking to most people, hearing about their background and goals. Some, like me, have worked in many areas of theater and are still finding their way while others are extremely focused on one aspect of theater. I understand and respect both, yet I look at it a little differently from the hiring perspective than, say, a mentor perspective. Except that for an educational position, I should be both, supervisor and mentor.
I’m looking forward to continuing to develop my skills as both and to bringing much-needed new member on to the team!
Day 203: #ootd
I first saw #ootd on Instagram a few months ago. (It stands for outfit of the day). At first, I thought it was a little too close to the “selfie” for me to feel comfortable participating. But then I had a discovery: I really like seeing what my friends wear, so I should probably also participate myself. I’ve done it a few times now, when I’ve felt particularly good about what I’m wearing. People liking the photos only boosted my self confidence.
Today I didn’t really #ootd my whole outfit, just my shoes because they were my main source of joy. (It was warm enough for Sperry’s without socks!) But here are a few examples of my #ootd.
Day 202: Veg Out
Continuing on my path of relaxation, I had the house to myself after swim class today and did absolutely nothing but watch dvr and look at Facebook. I’ve admitted to liking a lot of questionable tv shows and movies on this blog. Perhaps none worse than what I spent my time on today: The Kardashians. I know it’s awful but it’s a total zone out show for me. I put it on, marvel at the fashion and the drama, and forget about it the next day. It fills its purpose well.
Day 199: Walk it Off
Re-acclimating is hard. I’ve been falling asleep by 9pm and waking up at 5:30am. Today I worked late and now I can barely keep my eyes open. As someone who often has trouble sleeping, I suppose it’s not a terrible thing that I can get to sleep very easily, but it’s starting to get in the way of work and life.
To combat this today, I left my desk midday and took a walk. Now it was chilly and rainy and generally gross outside, but the fresh air and the physical movement cleared my mind enough to get me through the rest of my work day. (The chocolate chip pumpkin bar that I picked up from the vegan coffee shop probably also helped). I imagine that if the weather would have been nicer, the effect would have been stronger. I think I will make this part of my routine as much as I can. Hopefully Chicago weather complies with my wishes soon!
year of fun 