Song lyrics and melodies often pop into my head. Today I started thinking about the rainy weather we've been having and suddenly I am softly singing a Carpenters tune to myself. This was certainly a morning where I wanted to bury myself in the covers and hibernate. Somehow though, I found my energy and am not letting this weather get me down.
It's not technically Monday, however today is the first day of school here in the Capital District. Driving to work this morning was no fun as commuters were hit with the double whammy of pouring rain and congested highways. There is a definite shift in the traffic patterns when school is in session as schedules are adjusted so parents can see their children off to a new year. The start of every school year is exciting and terrifying for just about every child and even more so for the parents.
Personally, I don't yet have a school aged child so I have not had the opportunity to experience the wonder of a new school year through my own child's eyes. She's in day care year round (and has 2 more years before she starts Kindergarten) and has no idea that most other children have "summer recess".
While many people mourn the end of the season, it's time to start looking ahead at the next few months. Fall foliage has already begun to dot the landscape and soon we will be ensconced in hues of orange, yellow, and red. October, November, and December are full of anticipation for children and adults alike as we prepare for Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and Christmas (for those who observe any of these holidays). As far as healthy eating goes: fall vegetables are coming into season and advertisements for apple picking abound. Holidays aside, there really is so much to look forward to!
I'm looking forward to a pumpkin spice latte.
The JFA Worksite Wellness Team shares stories, tips and information about living well, or doing the best they can, while balancing life and working as worksite wellness professionals.
