Went to mass at St. Patrick's church. Surprisingly similar to home although churchgoers' singing is definitely more robust. The sermon emphasized thinking about others, their happiness, first. I can easily see how that can be too extreme (mom comes to mind). A consideration for others but acting in ways that please you (example, writing a piece that you enjoy) instead of worrying how others will react might be the happy medium.
I spent a good chunk of the day, after going shopping, making chicken soup for the first time.
It was a learning experience for sure. Surprisingly the soup turned out fine, considering all the juice that probably evaporated when I left the stove on too high and putting too much noodles in...
Monday:
Lots of working, hyper-productivity, probably the result of under-productivity of past few days. Have a slight headache.
Jane Austen discussion on money & rank was interesting. I especially liked examining rank in forming relationships. Mr. & Mrs. Bennet marrying for love was hard to get my head around. The famous first line about the truth that is universally acknowledged - now I see it is a but an ironic representation of one narrow portion of the population - the silly, contriving mothers who wish that a single man in possession of a large fortune should be in want of a wife - their daughter. Also learned that French-sounding last names in England = aristocratic blood.
Learned today about time management. Work, work, work. Seize the day. Immerse fully in what you are doing. Also, don't procrastinate. Can I just say - EASIER SAID THAN DONE. But will try. Also, I am determined to begin a parody of Pride & Prejudice featuring some ASE staff members.
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