Last night, I was a house manager for The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra’s Beethoven’s Second Symphony. The original times indicated we’d be wrapping up shortly after 9 PM. I was elated because I knew I could make the 9:55 PM No. 17 and be home by 10:20 PM and not closer to midnight. However, due to us not knowing there would be an encore from the guest cellist, additional dialogue, and a post-show talk, it was 10:15 PM. I was exhausted, and in pain from the approaching rain, and I just wanted to get home. I splurged, contacted an Uber, and was home by 10:45 PM.

Sleep came easy and I was only awakened once when the rain finally arrived. It is still raining and I need to be out the door, again, by 7:40 AM to manage before rushing home to feed the dogs, change back into my Schuster attire, and be returned downtown by 5:15 PM. Since I am in the loge, I won’t need to stay for the post-show chat, but I still doubt I can make the 9:55 PM No. 17.

This morning I am feeling sluggish, with the grumpiness exacerbated by the MS aches, and a sinus headache that has gone from a mindful tapping to throbbing. Still, somehow, I shall manage to figure out how to forge ahead with a cheerful disposition while making it a great day with the heavily clouded skies,

Emillee Goodwin – Apr 2016

I AM STRONG

I am Strong

Darkness can consume me
Life can be overwhelming
The mind can feel suffocating

I am strong

I crawl out of bed
I shower and dress
I eat my breakfast
I sit on the couch

I am strong

The day progresses
Tiredness overcomes
Exercise clears the mind
Study occupies my thoughts

I am strong

I go home
I cook
I listen and talk  
I get ready for bed

I am strong

Another day has finished
I got up
I accomplished
I am strong

Make it a great day!