Things I've learned in August-September

In lieu of any sort of long, thought-out post, a running list of things I've learned:

• Work is less stressful when you leave it at work.
• People can surprise you.
• People can also greatly disappoint you.
• Just because you're back at work doesn't mean you stop working out. It means you keep going b/c you need it the most.
• Trying to find a pair of riding boots is a challenge, but worth it.
• Trying to find a pair of black heeled boots is another story.
• Just because there are fewer tears in the month of September doesn't mean it gets easier.
• I still hate pink in October and half-assed attempts at making strides against cancer in all its forms.
• Baking is my happy place.
• Beer, Sun Chips, and cheesecake can qualify as dinner.
• Just when I think I don't need to shop any more, I find so many things I want/need/love.
• My students can make me laugh REALLY hard.
• Apple season is my favorite time of year.
• Never in my life have I had a cell phone that works well. Never.
• I want a DSLR camera.
• Sometimes, you just have to get along with people, even when you don't want to.
• My alma mater is an embarrassment, most of the time.
• The return of "New Girl" brought hilarity when I needed it most.
• Weekly manicures are worth it.
• I fully believe the adage that fog in September means snow in winter. And if it's true, I'm looking forward to sleeping in a lot during the middle of the week in a couple months.