City Sickness

Today was supposed to be an energetic and productive day. But for one reason or another, I have zero energy and drive. It may be just that I haven't slept well (this new drug makes it FEEL like I'm sleeping well, but I wake up unrefreshed), but I also feel crowded by this big city and its millions of people.

In an effort to relieve this malaise, I decided to go and try to find some peace and quiet somewhere nearby, eat lunch, and enjoy the sunshine to hopefully boost my morale a little. I went to Bellevue Park in Kensington and it was pretty good; trees, not too many people, kids playing in the playground in the distance. There was a nice big bench completely empty, waiting just for me. These two biker-type dudes eventually came and took a piece, which was fine, they were pretty quiet. But then an entire family of 5, with 3 noisy annoying little kids came and sat down on the other side. GAH! Way to ruin a perfectly quiet spot. So I went to find something that would appeal to me for lunch (which I found in the form of 2 falafel sandwiches, that really hit the spot perfectly...not too heavy not too light). I came back, and the family was still there, so I sat somewhere else to eat.

After all this, I still didn't feel great. I think I really need to get out of the city or something. It is oppressive. I need some real peace...I need to finish my stupid masters and have that over with. Maybe my trip to Kentucky will help me out? Refresh my mind for the last push towards the finish line? Let's hope so.