One thing I miss most about living in China is the amount of time I had to myself and not rushing to do anything.

I am happy to be home, but time for quiet reflection has become so rare with so many things to do and so many responsibilities to attend to.

This is my first post for 2025, and it’s already October. That says a lot about how much time I have for my “thoughts on life.” Too busy “doing” to have time for thinking.

I do try to start my day with a prayer, but even that is rushed — I have 3 puppies and 3 chickens to feed. I work, and I also have a son to look after. I no longer listen to music while driving. I listen to my thoughts. Truly, it’s a luxury to have solitude.

How have you been?

T.