Settling In.

If you're like me, you often forget that Sunday is actually the first day of the week. When you're living in a system that runs 9-5 Monday thru Friday, it's easy to think that Sunday's are in fact part of the "week-end". They should make it so that Friday and Saturday are the designated weekend days, and leave Sunday alone, and give people the day off. I think a three day weekend would improve our lives substantially - people work too much!

Nevertheless, Sunday's are part of our seven-day routines, no matter if they are at the beginning or end of our week, and they are always a special day for me. This was my first Sunday here in California, and the day could not have been more beautiful! Sunny skies,

light breeze, and temperatures a comfortable 68 degrees.
I had to pinch myself a few times to remember that it is the last day in January, and not the first day of May... I have absolutely no regrets in my decision to abandon the frigid winter in New England!

Sunday's are special to me because they mark a fresh start to my week, where I can set new goals and inspirations to heart. One motivating ritual I've practiced throughout life is to attend a church service Sunday mornings. The readings and hymns really bring out a sense of love and unity throughout the congregation, and I often find comfort and gain new insight from them. The church-goers today welcomed me with smiles and hugs, and I felt a warm sense of encouragement and excitement for the work that lays ahead at the JPL. I've really started to connect with some of these dear, sweet people and couldn't be happier!

I hope your Sunday was just as enjoyable as mine... Happy Week!

ps- attached are photos of the church... it's a "store-front" church, located in the heart of a beautiful shopping village in Montrose. The Reading Room is next door!