Writing “life lately” posts has always felt like a self-grandiose exercise. I mean, does anyone besides my mom want to actually read what’s been up in my life? But at the same time, I love reading old school life lately posts. And, though I don’t have any to speak of, I would love to go back and read 5, 10, and 15 year old life lately posts of my own. So in the interest of doing something future Kelsey will thank me for, I bring to you life lately.
Edited to add that I wrote this Spring 2021, but am finally adding pictures and hitting publish Fall 2021 🙂
A Moment in Time
Right now feels like a very temporary but significant moment in time for us. Charles has finished grad school and is about to start his fellowship with the NNSA. I’m still working 100% from home, though I suspect that will change in the coming months. We’re creeping up on our 4th anniversary and feeling like we’re out of the new newlywed phase. So yes, lots of potential life changes are in our future. And I am so grateful for this little moment of time we have right now.
Life lately involves lots of time with our cats
Except for a few hours out here and there, we’re home with our cats all the time. And the cats love it. Violet more so than Reggie, as Reggie tends to spend a lot more time sleeping. If we ever return to the office full time, it’s going to be rough on her.
Stepping into new roles at work and lots of video meetings
Recently I’ve taken on some new roles at work. Figuring it all out makes my work days go by much faster. I have so many video calls that it practically feels like I’m in the office. Good practice before I go back, I think.
Lunchtime sunshine sessions
Lately, I’ve made it a point to go sit outside during my lunch break to soak up some vitamin D. My current routine involves journaling, jotting down notes from the morning’s Bible reading, and reading a few pages from my current non-fiction book. Getting outside in the middle of the day has been SO energizing for me.
Reading all the books
I’ve spent a lot of time reading the last few months. This is certainly not out of the norm, but worth mentioning since it occupies so many of my hours. I read a book with my book club, books with Charles, and books on my own just for fun.
Having a favorite face mask
This feels like the most natural and obvious thing in the world, but I’m also aware of the fact that it is also (hopefully) a temporary anomaly. I like to think that in 2022 and 2023, grabbing a face mask before I head out the door will be the least of my worries. But for the time being, these are my favorite and what I always grab first!
It was fun recording this particular moment in time. What does life lately look like for you?
