Comments on: Embracing the Freedom of an Early Start

By: Corinne Rodrigues

Corinne Rodrigues — Tue, 09 Jul 2024 06:13:04 +0000

I’ve been struggling to get up early these days, most days I manage to get up by 5.30 am – and when I don’t the stress just builds up.
Thankfully, my husband and I are the same with having to be early to things. But most times we end up waiting for other people to join us!
Glad you had a good time at the confernce.

By: Nancy Andres

Nancy Andres — Mon, 08 Jul 2024 22:34:45 +0000

I’m naturally an early bird Lisa. In the summer especially, I get up early to do errands before the heat gets too bad. It’s 108 here in Tucson AZ so it’s a good thing I was out early and am cool staying indoors at the peak temps. As far as the airport goes, I’m an early bird there too. Loved how you shared how and why you made your choices and wish you a beautiful day.

By: Donna Reidland

Donna Reidland — Sat, 06 Jul 2024 14:04:43 +0000

I’m not as good with margins as my husband but I do agree that having more time and not having to rush makes such a difference in the tone of the day. And when it comes to traveling, Mike and I both prefer to get through security and all that with plenty of time. We always have something to read and enjoy having the time to do so without rushing.

By: Jean Wise

Jean Wise — Fri, 05 Jul 2024 14:59:59 +0000

I do love waking up earlier than scheduled and start the day slowly and with less hurry. Sounds like you savor the presence quite a bit that day!

By: Debra | Gma’sPhoto

Debra | Gma’sPhoto — Thu, 04 Jul 2024 15:50:11 +0000

Funny that you posted this. Funny because I discovered this by accident. Yes, let me explain. My work schedule had been 7-3.30. I work from home. My alarm set for 6am. I had plenty of time before work began. Well my schedule changed to 9-5.30. I still kept my alarm for 6. Now when I get up, I eat breakfast, walk on treadmill and then what ever I want before work. It is nice not being rushed. The freedom or luxury of that ‘extra’ time.
Take care and best wishes.

By: Dianna

Dianna — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 20:39:38 +0000

I can SO relate to this post, Lisa. I’d much rather be somewhere early and wait there being calm and serene than having to rush and getting there just in the nick of time. I never consider it to be a waste of time.

By: Susan Sikes

Susan Sikes — Wed, 03 Jul 2024 14:07:50 +0000

I need this in my life! I’m always rushing around and running late! It’s very stressful!

By: Michele Morin

Michele Morin — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 21:55:30 +0000

My heart was singing as I read because , given the choice, this is how I prefer to do life.

By: Lynn D. Morrissey

Lynn D. Morrissey — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 19:05:57 +0000

There’s that word, CHOICE!!! 🙂 Actually I have purposely always arrived at the airport early…. up to six hours or more? Why? Because I loved that no one knew me, and I could read, browse, just be alone. But once, I actually almost missed a flight! Sooo dumb, but I really got caught up in the book I was reading. So being early has its dangers as well! 🙂 Wishing you a Happy 4th of July, while freedom may still ring.
xo
Lynn

By: Jerralea Winn Miller

Jerralea Winn Miller — Tue, 02 Jul 2024 15:42:02 +0000

This resonates with me, Lisa.
Last month my job required me to be an hour early 3 days a week to open up the building for a special program. Instead of sleeping in and going in later the other two days a week, I just went in early every day all month long. When the program ended, I didn’t want to go back to the old way of doing things. I’m going to just continue coming in because coming in early calms me and sets the tone for the rest of the day. Who knew?