T-Minus 1 Day
Why am I so nervous?
I have butterflies in my stomach, but can’t figure out why. I didn’t get much sleep last night and while some would attribute that to nervousness, its more likely due to the sweltering 82 degrees I slept in.
While my instant reaction was to complain and have it changed immediately (are we barbarians? oh wait, I am) it was likely the most constant temperature I was going to face in the coming week so I better enjoy it while it lasts. High 80’s leading into thunderstorms this weekend do not make for a merry adventure, at least not without a pina colada or three anyway.
I don’t foresee any long term health problems from this as I’ve decided not to eat the bright red berries in the forest or the delicious looking mushroom. I think life is going to suck for a week, but I’ll survive. So what’s the deal?
Simply, it is the unknown. Not knowing is far scarier than knowing it all and that’s what’s keeping me on edge. While the words are cliche at this point, FDR really did say it best:
“Let me assert my firm belief that the only thing we have to fear is fear itself—nameless, unreasoning, unjustified terror which paralyzes needed efforts to convert retreat into advance.”
Posting that quote was definitely more for my benefit that yours. Likely I’ll wake up tomorrow morning, walk outside and hit the ground running. So on that note I say enjoy work suckers, I’m off to the Hamptons!
June 9th, 2008 at 5:09 pm
I can’t wait to watch you eat sea weed and squirrell while I dine on Steak and Potatoes just mere feet from you. And the the best part is I get to do it without the fear of you chasing me down the street and beating the crap out of me to get some… cause that would be against the rules.
June 9th, 2008 at 6:02 pm
A 7-day fast is quite healthy, will help your body get rid of toxins and clean out the pipes which we all need. But you need to be drinking a lot of water and some juice if you have it.
Good luck!
June 9th, 2008 at 10:44 pm
Hi, Anthony, This is your Godmother, Although I think this is a little crazy, I say “Go for it”. Bring a volleyball with you, it can serve as your companion, just like Tom Hanks did in “Castaway” Good Luck!!!!