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Family Time
I am looking forward to spending some time with my family today. My parents and one of our daughters will be joining my wife and me for dinner. My other daughter won’t be able to come in person, but we will call her, so we can all have some time together today.
Killers of the Flower Moon
Today, I had a great time watching "Killers of the Flower Moon." Click the link below to read my review on letterboxed.
A ★★★★ review of Killers of the Flower Moon (2023)
Our Goats
Our goats Bailey (black and white, female) and Buddy (male) enjoying the sunshine this fine Sunday.
Library Visit
I went to my local public library today. I had not been in a long time. I will plan to go more often this year.
I asked the librarian for some specific books, and he helped me request them through interlibrary loan.
As a child, going to the library was something I looked forward to very much.
Review of "Death Hunt"
I enjoyed the movie "Death Hunt" yesterday. It is an action movie from 1981 with Charles Bronson and Lee Marvin. Here is my review:
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Non-Traditional work schedule
Since April 2023, my schedule has changed to a compressed work week. I work Mon-Thu from 7:30am-6:00pm. It has been a good change for me.
I work in healthcare. I found that when I worked a traditional schedule, I would very often work past my scheduled shift. Working 10-hour days isn’t that much more difficult for me than working 8-hour days.
Having every Friday off has made a big difference. When I have a medical appointment or other business to do, I don’t need to take time off. I am able to spend more time relaxing.
I don’t think I would make any changes to my job (I love what I do), or my schedule at this point.
Lunch with Psychologists
I had a great time having lunch today with fellow psychologists from the NC Psychology Association. We serve on a committee together and generally only see each other virtually. We discussed committee business, but had a nice time together as well.
First Work Week of the New Year
The first work week of the New Year went well. I am grateful to have a job that is fulfilling and also for good coworkers.
Happy New Year
Happy New Year. I hope your first day of this year was positive. If not, tomorrow is a new opportunity.
New Year’s Eve 2023
2023 was a good year. I was much healthier this year than in 2021 and 2022. My oldest daughter graduated from Law School. My youngest daughter has adjusted to her move to New York. I made happy memories with my family.
I had a good year at work. I am blessed to have a job that meets our financial needs and is also very fulfilling. I am looking forward to 2024 and the challenges and joys that are to come.