Ready to Leave

It has been an extremely busy work rotation this time and I am physically and mentally done with being here. Although the time has gone by pretty quickly, emotionally I know its been a long time. I look forward to being home and getting some normalcy back in my life. I also look forward to being able to practice my spear again as it is something I can't do up here.

The time at home will be busy and it always seems to go by much faster than the time at work. Regardless, I can't wait to be in my own house and to be around family and friends because that is what is truly important.

Where Am I (At)?

At last nights I Ho Chuan class, Sifu Brinker asked who thought they were where they should be considering that we are in July. I can honestly say that I feel like I am behind a bit. There are many factors that are behind this but the biggest one for me I feel is the lack of connection and engagement with the team. Being away definitely has its challenges and you feel like you are on the outside looking in. To put it in perspective, so far this year I have made it to one meeting (via Zoom) and been to 2 I Ho Chuan classes in person.

I am not using this as an excuse because I am trying to stay connected as much as I can. I have made sure to read everyone's blogs although sometimes I get behind a bit. I attend online whenever I am away. And i try to keep my online presence up. So what can I do to improve my situation is what I have been thinking about since last night. One, thing is to try and spend more time away practicing my forms (even if its doing small portions when I can or just going through them in my mind. And the other thing I need to do is keep up with my personal blog as it is somewhat chaotic in its schedule right now.

I am excited about finally being able to attend some live classes with this group again just as soon as i am done with this pesky work thing.

4 Weeks At A Time

I am well into my 4 week long work rotation and I am starting to feel it. I have been working away for the past 2 years but doing four weeks at a time is putting a strain on me mentally. There is so many things that can happen in that time and I know I am missing it. I am grateful to still be working during these difficult times but just wish it was closer to home. At least its not snowing up here anymore although there is still snow on the ground. In fact we hit 26 up here yesterday.

The training is still going well but the limited space does not help with the forms especially the spear. I still attend the online classes (until I run out of data that is). I am unable to attend meetings or Tai Chi however as that is when I am at work.

There are a few things I try to focus on when I am at home because that is when I have the space and ability to do so. As long as I keep this in mind I will be okay.