You know that phrase, “If you want to make God laugh, tell him about your plans”? Looking back on my mini sabbatical, that’s the phrase that comes to mind. I had all of these grand plans to knock out dozens of projects in and around the house, wake up early every day and work out, read a few books, etc. Don’t get me wrong – I did complete some of these things, but what I came to realize I needed most out of this time off was rest. This year has thrown me (and all of us, am I right?) for a loop, and I didn’t realize how much it affected me until I had time to slow down and rest. I had time to check in on myself and on others who were feeling the weight of the pandemic, too.
Another thing that will stay with me from this mini sabbatical is my time volunteering at Meals on Wheels. I have done the delivery route with FD for a few years, but there was something about the joy on their faces this time around that really made it an impactful experience for me. Even a short conversation with a stranger had the weight to make their day and mine, and that’s something I’ll never forget.
Thank you to Kris for allowing me this time off to rest and reflect, and to Rob, David, and John who covered for me while I was away. Now, more than ever, I feel very thankful to be working at FD.