bomb cyclone

The weather nerds are hyped about the bomb cyclone that formed off the coast of Washington state. And, they’re pretty certain that it will produce an atmospheric river here in Northern California. Rain all week, according to the forecast. 

It has rained most of the afternoon here. A slow, soaking rain. Yesterday, I brought some of my succulents inside. Even put in a grow bulb to keep them happy. I kinda like the blue hue to the light. 

almost thanksgiving

Not sure if I’m thankful for all the things. Let’s be honest. There’s a lot of horrible things happening in the world and I’m unsure how I can find a way to be thankful without seeming like a selfish asshole. 

Meanwhile, the weather is allowing me to get my walks. It’s a small thing that helps my mental and physical health. And, I am thankful for that. 

it probably could get worse

I say this to myself a lot. 

I especially say this to myself when things get hectic. For example, when I think about the progress I have made on my dissertation and research, I think it could get worse. Here I am in mid-November and I am still polishing the first chapter (Introduction) while diving into the second chapter (literature review). 

And, I wonder how I am going to finish by May. So, ya...

It probably could get worse  

Is it a pessimistic perspective? Perhaps. 

Is it a coping mechanism? Maybe. 

Is it a declarative statement that always holds true? Not necessarily. 

Maybe it is simply a reminder that things could go the other way, too. It probably could get better.