Scary Reflections

So I am back in training again for a few months, learning the ins and outs of the new city that I work for. A startling realization has hit me in this process that makes me laugh and also squirm uncomfortably at the same time. I am a very stubborn person. I know most of you who know me are like, "Uh...duh!" It is something that I have not given much thought to in general. I come from a long line of stubborn people (my grandfather, father, brother, and a sister most notably). We all like to fool ourselves into thinking that we are so different from our parents and where we come from. But when someone holds up a mirror, at times the view can be kind of scary. I think of myself as pretty easy going. However when I am presented with relearning skills I have already mastered, it is easy to set up a nice mental block for myself by saying, "That is a stupid way to do it." All is good though, it is not a bad thing to be forced to look in the mirror occasionally.

I was sick as a dog the past few days. Thankfully I am recovering. I rarely call in sick to work, but if I would have on Monday and Tuesday if I had not just started a week ago. My throat felt like someone was sanding it down with sandpaper anytime I swallowed. Yuck. I am off for the next few days, so I will be able to get some rest and recover.

Frontline did a two part episode this week called Bush's War detailing the timeline of events from 9/11 to the present. Lately I have been shying away from documentaries and news stories about the war because it just makes one bitter, angry, and remorseful at the incompetence of Bush 43's administration. To think that he was reelected in 2004 is unthinkable. Such a tragic story of human loss and suffering on both sides not to mention the financial and emotional burdens our country will bear for the rest of the century. The show was well done and spoke with a wide variety of players involved. If you missed it, it should be available shortly through Netflix. Put it on your lists.

Spring has arrived here in the Bay. Gorgeous sunny days abound.

Hope you are all doing well. Cuidate.