Writing Marathon

The writing marathon was a much different experience than I had expected. Although I am not sure what I expected, as I had never participated in one before! I had to return a work-related phone call after lunch, and I was not looking forward to the conversation. Needless to say, I wasn't in the best of moods when I completed the call. I immediately sat down and wrote several adjectives describing my feelings at the moment and then wrote a paragraph venting my thoughts. I knew I did not want to waste any more of my valuable time or the beautiful day focused on these ideas. I wrote more adjectives describing 3-month old Tucker. I love babies--they have such a calming effect on me. By the end of the 2 1/2 pages, was feeling better. I then went on to use a few words to give a picture of his almost 3 year old brother, Carsyn. I can't say thinking about Carsyn has any kind of relaxing benefits; however, he makes me laugh and puts things in a different perspective. It is fun to see things through his eyes. The marathon took me from a disgruntled employee to a loving, relaxed, care-free "auntie".