Two weeks...

I’ve been following the book and recording my experiences for nearly two weeks so it’s time to reflect: am I ‘doing nothing’? Many of the days have been quite difficult for a number of reasons, not the least of which are the immediate reaction ‘I’m already doing that.’ But it’s too easy to be complacent and wait for the next day. I’ve tried to find something in these difficult days. Others were a little easier because they did involve something new.

I think a number of people are following my attempts but I’m rather disappointed at the lack of comments. I hoped that sharing my views would spark some debate via this blog but so far this hasn’t happened much. Are you following the book? If so, let’s have some of your experiences - or just comment on my attempts - positively or negatively. If you’re worried about anonymity you can invent a pseudonym and it’s not necessary to provide any information that can identify you. Of course, we’d all rather know who you are... I’ve challenged the PCC members to get more actively involved - let’s see if they react!

What I’m not sure about is whether the ideas have been cumulative: have I managed over the last two weeks to break out of the rush for Christmas and get in touch with what it really means? There are certainly some enduring thoughts. Perhaps enduring is a little strong for 14 days, but I am much more aware of the contrast between the commercialisation and the real Christmas story. I’ve also tried to find some personal time and time to be with the family: Brenda and I had lunch together yesterday and today and we hope to visit the children before Christmas - it’ll be a dash, of course... oh dear!