Mission: Namaste

My house hasn't been this quiet since 72 hours ago.  I love, love, love my family but 18 Filipinos in a mid-sized house can leave one wanting for some peace and quiet, even for a short amount of time.  Now that I'm older, I realize that I do appreciate some "Me Time".  The time when I have control of what to watch on TV, where to sit, what to cook, being able to lay down on my own bed.  Even if only for just a few hours, this downtime where I don't have to deal with anyone asking anything of me is priceless.

As much as I appreciate the temporary tranquility, I hate that I was left home all by myself while everyone else went out to play at the beach and go shopping at the outlets.  I've realized something though...in contrast to my days in college when I would totally be at ease skipping classes or calling out of work, I'm amazed that I don't even consider that an option anymore.  I mean, duh, work and school are on a whole other level nowadays for me.  I just mean to say that doing so did not even register as a possibility in my head.  I guess it's not a big deal but if you knew me in college, your mouth would be agape with amazement. 

Well, back to studying/working. 

I miss the ruckus already.