I love looking at the fall pictures I’m adding to my site. The truth is I didn’t go swimming yesterday because I came home too late. The heated pool and the 70 degree weather of Miami will have to wait for today. So I’m off to work at the day job, where there will be no students. I’ll be grading papers (once I get coffee. If I don’t have the coffee in me, I’m in a horrible mood and that’s never good.) My eyes are red today from the glaucoma test of the doctor’s office. I don’t know why the drops make my eye seem bloodshot, like I had too much to drink. (No alcohol for me last night so it was just the drops.) It will fade. And the trip to Publix is done. Last night my husband and I had an impromptu sushi date in between the doctor and the food shopping. This made the store less busy and more tolerable. So yeah and I had my favorite sushi so life was good. I’m getting in the mood to be thankful now. There is so much good in the world. I know we see so much bad things on the news these days, but life is still more good than bad if we don’t tune into that nonsense. We’re going home to see people we love and grew up with in America. Even if it all goes wrong, the fact that people come together is what truly matters. I hope everyone is having an amazing day.
Victoria
Frequently Asked Questions
How do eye drops from a glaucoma test affect your eyes afterward?
Glaucoma test eye drops can make your eyes appear bloodshot or red, similar to how eyes look after drinking alcohol. This is a temporary side effect of the dilating or pressure-testing drops used during the exam. The redness typically fades on its own over time and is not a cause for concern.
What is a good strategy for making grocery shopping less stressful before Thanksgiving?
Shopping at off-peak hours can make the experience significantly more tolerable. For example, going to the grocery store later in the evening, after other errands, helps avoid crowds. Pairing the trip with something enjoyable beforehand — like a spontaneous dinner date — can also improve your overall mood going into the store.
Is it better to focus on the good or bad things in the world during the holidays?
During the holidays, focusing on the positive tends to improve well-being. While bad news dominates media coverage, everyday life generally contains more good than bad for most people. The act of coming together with loved ones — even imperfectly — is what truly matters, making gratitude and human connection the healthier focus during Thanksgiving.
