It is really taking some self control to keep myself from writing a long (inevitably embarrassing) rant of a blog post about the recent demise of my long-term relationship. At this point in time, there is still some sulking (and, truth be told, some sobbing) going on at P2P’s house. Sigh. When will I learn to weather these storms with grace?
I’ve been spending lots of time at home. I’ve been cleaning and organizing, which I always find therapeutic, and enjoying the companionship of my pups. Despite looming finals, I seem to have an incredible and unprecedented amount of free time. All of my chores are complete. I’ve caught up on most of my to-dos. I’ve ramped up my running schedule. I’ve watched movies. I’ve read. I’ve tried new recipes. I’ve primed a canvas. I’ve splurged on a pedicure. I’m planning to head to dance class this week.
Sleep has been evasive. But I always have difficulty sleeping when things like this happen.
But, really, except for the sleep deprivation, puffy eyes, and tears, I feel pretty relaxed and caught up compared to your typical law student in April. (On second thought, aren’t most law students sleep deprived with puffy eyes and on the verge of tears by the end of April?) And for those who followed my blog at my previous url when my last serious relationship busted up–I am proud to say that I have only skipped one class as a result of all this. So close to the finish line, I really can’t afford to let anything at school slip.
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