One of the recent Blogs of Note is this blog written by two friends on opposite sides of the border at the Gaza Strip. The courageous and thought-provoking blog provides a window to the uncertainty of life in that war-torn region of the world and makes me all the more grateful for what we here in our country are blessed with. My heart goes out to these two friends and the people there who seek nothing but an end to the war and peace in their land.
Today I can finally breath a sigh of relief. I have graded exams, submitted all my grades, read and reviewed my advisees' papers and have given them the clear to graduate this semester. And, at least for the time being, I'm also done with paperwork and many other things related to my administrative position. My mind is freer and I can now relax a bit and recharge for the next onslaught of duties and activities.
When I went out to eat lunch today, I discovered that McDonald's finally added something to their menu: Cheeseburger Deluxe. It's their basic cheeseburger topped with a lettuce and mayonnaise instead of the usual catsup, pickle and onion. Though slightly more expensive than the regular cheeseburger it was at least something different. I still wish they had retained their McRice burgers though.
This morning on my drive to work I noticed on the road ahead a clearly delineated shaded area although there are no trees or buildings along the road. That's when I realized that the shadow was cast by a cloud. I drove on toward it hoping to get away from the hot sun. However as soon as I reached the shaded portion, it seemed like the shadow dissolved and I couldn't tell whether I was in the shadow or not. Then farther down the road I spotted the end of the shadow and some seconds later I was back out in the sunshine.
