Blinded by the light

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As if a testament to how little I venture outside, I spontaneously went for a jog around the neighborhood and spent the entire time squinting into the sun.  No, there will not ever be a need for me to wear reflectors when running as my chalky-white skin will surely reflect any light that bounces its way.  It's a different type of light in the morning and maybe, starting next week, I'll start to make longer morning runs part of my daily routine.  It feels strange saying that and it'll feel even stranger when it comes to that point. 

Today was a bank holiday and I didn't go into the office.  But even though I had a call this morning, ran errands, stopped off to see baby Jai, I still feel like I was holed up in the silent cavern of the empty apartment all day.  I am hoping that once we move and I get a desk set up, I'll be able to feel more productive even though I'll be at home.  I am hoping that there is a difference, actually physically removing yourself from the couch and going into a dedicated work space.  Maybe part of it is background noise.  It's eerily silent in the apartment when I'm by myself.  Maybe some muzak in the background.  Do you guys work to music?  If so, what kind and do you have any suggestions for me?

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  1. EmmylouMonday, February 20, 2012

    LOLZ on the "my chalky-white skin will surely reflect any light that bounces its way":P And definitely agree on having music as background, or even the TV just being on. I always need background noise, as an eerie silence drives me bonkers:P

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  2. JaclynMonday, February 20, 2012

    My office doesn't have music any longer and it's awful! I really do suggest working to music. But quiet music. Not the type that makes me shake my butt in the seat. haha

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  3. AmyTuesday, February 21, 2012

    HA! Look at me--reading a blog post on time! :) But I digress . . .

    I do have to have music. Although, when I'm working it has to be instrumental (otherwise I sing and dance and accomplish absolutely nothing). One of my favorite's is Pandora's Film Scores station. Beautiful. Sigh.

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  4. Punctuation MarkTuesday, February 21, 2012

    i need music... that god for pandora so i have different stations for different occasions...

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  5. AmandaTuesday, February 21, 2012

    I actually can't work with music on which is odd since I'm all about my jams! ;) So it's silence for me, apart from the pitter patter of puppy feet when the pooch is up and about causing trouble.

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  6. erica marieTuesday, February 21, 2012

    I would love to do morning runs if I could actually pull myself out of the bed...lol I almost always listen to music when I work on something. I just let my music library shuffle.

    xo erica

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  7. roothTuesday, February 21, 2012

    This is so helpful guys. Pandora was definitely my friends yesterday - I'll have to check out that film score channel station!

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  8. AnnTuesday, February 21, 2012

    Good question. I don't because I can't read and write and listen to anything else even music. Unless the kids are at home playing and then I am somehow usually able to tune them out (if I have to get something done - I work from home too).

    You will find your groove especially when the deadlines are coming at you!

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  9. HOGGER + Co.Tuesday, February 21, 2012

    I work at home and not to music as I find it distracting, although sometimes it's good for a break. Good on you for running!

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  10. HOGGER + Co.Tuesday, February 21, 2012

    P.S. Love the new blog look!

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  11. BrandiThursday, February 23, 2012

    I've always got music on when I'm working. Right now, Beirut is my favorite band in the world. That might change next week, but you SERIOUSLY have to listen to them. For something girly and fun, try The Pierces.

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