This week flew by a bit faster than usual. Work started to backlog. Condominium board responsibilities consumed enough time that by day's end, I had strength left to drift through some sports magazines but not to do my usual educational reading. And the last full week of summer yielded cooler temperatures and a few more clouds and rain.
On Monday we were one penalty kick away from winning a soccer game against a more talented team, then proceeded to miss our last two. The other team rallied to tie, and I walked off the field since I'd already nailed my kick (100% for the season) and could hardly bear to see the end. That collapse of faith was pretty embarrassing, and proven wrong when we still managed to win anyway. Finishing the season at 5-7 and missing the playoffs by one game was a satisfying improvement from a mighty early season struggle. A couple of the guys even talked about forming a winter league team to stay in shape. Ending the season on an upswing is the way to be.
After dragging on Friday afternoon, a good nap on Saturday sparked a flurry of productivity in the evening. Got out from under a mound of paperwork. Watched the highlights of Alabama crushing another opponent (and ignored Notre Dame losing a heartbreaker).
There was some tension due to missed deadlines this week. There were several "crucial conversations" on multiple projects, tinged with anxieties. And the course through it was to focus on the big picture goals, to clarify expectations, and to listen. On the whole, it felt like we succeeded. The mood of co-workers was up by the end of the week.
Dena received a hearty dividend check from some stock. Thanks, Goodfield State Bank! Her graphic design plate is full this upcoming week as she gets ready for the Great Banquet religious weekend retreat starting Thursday. And we got a chance to grab some lunch with our favorite childless couple the Hardens.
Evidently I got the first pick in the fantasy football draft, as my season began today. And my lone second-place baseball team soared to within 1 point of first place, its closest point of the season with about two weeks to go.
And now I sit here on a cool evening, enjoying a root beer float courtesy of Dena.
Next week looks better than the last. Bring it on!
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The ND/Mich St game was on again tonight! No signs of a weak heart that we could see....
Glad he's okay though!
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