It gnaws at my stomach that I will have to do laundry at some point in the very near future.

A wave of frustration washes over me as I realize that yet another day has gone by and I still have not called to renew my library book from home, which sits un-read and un-renewed on my dresser. I can almost hear the malicious librarians cackling at the thought of their slowly accumulating fortune. Blast.

Language defies me as I try to explain what it's like to get an email requesting guidance and friendly advice from one of my poor freshman mentees who is struggling to find employment while I, his all-knowing mentor, AM STRUGGLING WITH THE SAME DILEMMA FOR THE THIRD YEAR IN A ROW. There aren't words.

HOWEVER...

I am elated to report that after a twenty-minute interview with Judson this morning, I was given a position on the new Hillsdale College "Call Team" -- on the spot! Yes, I am bragging... but I am also merely reporting. And besides, this is my blog. And I can do that here.

My roommate and I (re)discovered the joys of kicking the soccer ball, cartwheels, and punching football "dummies" at dusk the other evening after going on a "roomie walk," and now I can't wait to frequent that field again and again -- to PLAY! It was a glorious release of energy and emotion and everything we cannot do in the classroom, and I would recommend it highly to anyone and everyone. If you are thoroughly confused or are inspired and would like someone to come PLAY with you, come talk to me. I think we all need a bit more PLAY and a little less stress in our lives.

And, finally... listen to The Blood of Cu Chulainn off of The Boondock Saints soundtrack. If it doesn't lift your spirits, almost move you to tears, and make you want to tap your toes -- yes, all in the same song -- I would venture to say that there may be something wrong with you.

So. About that laundry.