Nerdy Thoughts

Taken from The Friday Five

1. Have you gotten everything done that you had hoped to do during the first half of 2024?

Unfortunately no. I have completed 3 of my 10 resolutions, I'm halfway through 1, and I have 6 that I haven't even started. That said, I feel confident that I can catch up a little this summer as I feel more energetic in sunny, warmer months.

2. Did anything exciting or unexpected happen to you during the first half of 2024?

Yes, the best of which was that someone I care about went into remission which was such good, uplifting news to hear. I know nothing is guaranteed but she's been doing so well. Other fun things were that I got to see the solar eclipse with my partner, and I was able to see a local production of Heathers, one of my favourite musicals. It was my first time seeing a live musical as well.

3. What big plans do you have for the second half of 2024?

I don't know if I'd call them big plans, they're really big tasks. These are: Fixing my driveway, getting the driveway resealed, cleaning up some overgrown areas around my home, and getting our attic insulation topped up. Sadly, nothing fun but I consider them big because they'll take a lot of effort and will be pricey.

4. Have you taken, or are you planning, a vacation this year?

I've taken vacation time but sadly haven't gone anywhere. I want to travel but I'm intimidated by planning a trip...which I feel a wimp about. I know so many people who travel and I know it's not as big of a deal as I'm making it to be in my head but whenever I sit down to research trips I start feeling anxious & overwhelmed by choice. It almost feels like I need to take time off just to plan.

5. Have you ever wanted to be one of the people writing and posting these questions?

I've submitted questions in the past, no idea if they've ever been picked or were too similar to past questions. I certainly like coming up with questions but never really thought about wanting to be the one posting them on a community like The Friday Five.