Summer goals

It was nice having a part day off today. I scheduled around most of the afternoon, but left one call on the books and some stuff I wanted to knock out before tomorrow. I was able to squeeze an early and quick morning of golf in and a short nap to recharge before getting on my computer.

I wish I had the option of starting later in my day more often. Sometimes it’s nice changing up my routine and not starting my day in the crack of dawn. If it was Vieje’s world, I’d start work everyday at 1pm and just work into the evening. But of course it’s not.

Perhaps in the future though when I’m feeling especially tired and burnt out, I can plan on doing these days from time to time. I have the flexibility to do so, but sticking to that is more difficult.

My friends and I were talking about what we’re going to do this summer now that most sports are over. Vacations and travel are in full swing. I’m lucky in that my summer travel is light minus our trip to Maine and Spain starting on Saturday.

With a kid on the way in November and things undoubtedly getting more difficult for Sophia in the 3rd trimester this fall, I wanted to set some intentions for this summer to get ready for the times ahead.

First and most importantly, I need to make sure to get back to a much better work state. Taking some time off to recharge is exactly what I need and I need to get back to making more reasonable schedules so I don’t burn my self out.

Second, I need to get more rest. I was in a very good place earlier this year, but bad habits have been creeping up. My bed time has slowly crept back. And my sleep quality has not been good to say the least.

I also want to make sure that I take the summer to enjoy my time with Sophia while we have no kids. I want to do more weekend trips whether it’s a road trip or a short flight. These things will be much more difficult down the road with a kid so I want to take full advantage of our freedom.

Last, I want to make sure to connect as much as I can with my friends. I’ve heard it gets much harder to find time for friends with a kid so I want to make sure I call, check-in, and visit friends as much as possible this summer.