9/26: okay

It was a day of ups and downs.  I was thrown for a loop by some things at work and was uncomfortable standing up for myself; plus I'm feeling a little pressed (understatement!) by the pile-up of "to do" items this week.  But on the upside, I'm ending the day on a positive note:  I've regained some equilibrium, I've gotten enough done (even if it isn't all I'd wish), I'm grateful that my students were "on" in both of my classes and that Chris made dinner when it was clear I was going to be late, and I've touched electronic base with some lovely folks whom I wanted to thank for their kindnesses.