Wednesday
Today was the day…
I worked more than 7 hours, shopped for a minimum of time – maybe 45 minutes from the time I left home to the time I got in, did no formal exercise and concluded at the end of the day that it all came down to this: nothing to blog about!
I decided that that is a bit of a cop-out because there are always things going on. Surely, something happened in that 7 hours of work…and it did. Long awaited teaching contracts started to drift in – 11 of my teachers got their contracts today. That kept me busy – first sending them out and then answering 100 questions regarding them.
Also, I’ve been reading. I finished a light novel by Danielle Steel – nothing to write home about but it has got me into the feeling that it’s better to read than to surf; it’s better to have a paper book in my hand than a screen; it’s altogether more satisfying to immerse myself in a story than in the gloomy events of the world and its miseries. So this evening, I took a walk to the loft and picked out a few books that were on the bookshelf. My untrained eye has no idea of what I’m taking.
So the top one looked light and entertaining. Sunday Times bestselling author. It starts with a hint of a murder. I started reading it and am up to page 9. The second one I haven’t opened yet but with our Italian adventure booked for the end of the year, I’m keen as mustard to start – who knows Susan Lewis may be cast aside for the intriguing Italian option. And the third – 1000 Places to See Before You Die. Definitely need to look in there. So I did. It’s the German edition. 
I definitely missed that part! When Germans next come to stay, I’ll leave it on the table.
Stacey sent photos of Elsie at work – preparing her dinner – and then carefully eating each little piece of spinach!
David left a voice note telling of his latest exploits. He’s really enjoying himself “adventuring” around Thailand, absorbing himself in the unexpected culture, learning norms and appreciating differences. He’s seeking out expats and visiting tourist attractions. I liken him to a bird who has been trapped in a cage – that has finally been released and can fly – or in the case of Fish Hoek – he’s been a fish in a bowl for way too long and now he’s out in the big blue sea. This is one phrase he’s repeated a number of times: “I’m having so much fun”. I appreciate that he’s staying in touch.
The weather today was far more cloudy, drizzly and then rainy than expected. I did get some washing done – it started outside on the balcony but was quickly whisked in when the rain came.
I’m now going to go and clean the kitchen and put the dishwasher on. Mike has been super busy getting the distribution boards ready for an inspection on Friday. One step closer to our electricity compliance certificate.
So there you go, that’s my “nothing to blog about” Wednesday!
Philippians 2:9
God exalted Him [Jesus] to the highest place and gave Him the Name that is above every other name.
The best is yet to come – we are only passing through.
Keep the smile going.
God bless you.
In His Grip,
Helga xx 🙂