Day 142: Beginner's Mind

Today is a success!

I woke up early!

I am sticking to my revised schedule!

I sat down yesterday and wrote out a plan for every day of the week. Now this sounds a little OCD, which there is really nothing wrong with. But I have always valued freedom and flexibility to let the creative juices flow.

But without a plan, I am aimless and wayward.

So I am taking Benjamin Franklin's lead and attempting to stick to a schedule, with room for creative flow.

Here is today's schedule:

6:00 a.m.:Up/Tea
8:00 a.m. Mass
8:45 a.m. Breakfast/journaling
10:00 Home/clean/pack dinner
10:30 Walk
11:30 Blog
12:00 Practice Piano
12:30 Lunch
1:30 Bus
3:30 to 9:00 Students
9:30 Bus
10:00 Home
10:30 bed

I feel quite accomplished! I have been so inspired by Pope Francis' visit, they I have been compelled to start the day with Catholic Mass. I go to St. Ignatius which is a Jesuit Catholic church. Pope Francis is a Jesuit.

Today the priest talked about "beginner's mind". Good message. Over a cup of coffee after church,. I looked at the new courses offered by "Coursera" a free online service that offers classes through major universities. I've taken classes with them before. Love!

I found a class in jazz improvisation through Berklee College of Music and signed up. Beginner's mind engaged! I have several teenage students that are interested in jazz. I need to study up! :0

I also need to head out soon. So here are my stats for the day. Not much change, except for 1/2 inch loss in my waist. I'll take it!

BP,Weight and Measurements 09/28/2015

BP: 108/70, Pulse: 72

Weight: 192lbs

Neck: 14"

Chest: 42"

Waist: 37.5"

Hips: 45"

Biceps: R 13.5"/L 13.5

Thighs: R 22.5/L 22.5"

Calves: R 15"/L 15"

Ankles: R 9"/L 9"

Happy Monday everyone! :)

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