“Business, Fun, and a Little Yellow Ledbetter”

I have a corkboard next to my desk. I pin things on the board that I need to refer to often, like WCU’s academic calendar. I like to pin up fun stuff, too. I recently pinned up a meme that reads, “If you’re ever having a bad day, just remember what Eddie Vedder said: ona whellahn, ona wizzit ona whaya, ana calldnana saya nanna whoa wanna sayn anna coldouta gnnn.” I knew exactly what Pearl Jam song the meme referred to when I read it. It’s called Yellow Ledbetter and people of us of a sure age can mumble/sing it with out really realizing all of the lyrics. I additionally wish to pin significant quotes on sticky notes round my board. One of them reads, “Mornings are for coffee and contemplation” – Jim Hopper (of Stranger Things). Another one reads “Strategic pauses aren’t a luxury. They’re essential” – Melanie Ho.

You can see my board matters run the gamut, a little bit enterprise to a little bit enjoyable. For many people working year-round, whether or not on contract or not, summer season leans closely in direction of enterprise with only a contact of enjoyable. My hope for everybody is that we hearken to Melanie Ho and take not less than one lengthy, strategic pause to get pleasure from our summers, to attach with family members, and revel in our stunning environment (see “We Recommend” beneath). I hope all of us take time to sleep in and awaken to these contemplative morning sips of espresso (or tea) that Jim Hopper recommends. And should you take a street journey, I hope the temper strikes for carpool karaoke (any playlist of songs will do!). This summer season, I hope you do extra of no matter it’s that brings you pleasure and restoration. CFC is right here that will help you deal with a little bit little bit of enterprise, too, so don’t hesitate to succeed in out as you gear up for fall.

Happy summer season!