Just One More Cup of Coffee

There is a lot to be said for routine. It is great for our son who understands that bath time leads to story time which leads to bed time. He has recently begun rejecting bath time and tries to engage us in all sorts of other activities instead. I laugh a little at him knowing how much he enjoys playing in the water and how each step leading to bed time is fun for him.

I'm somewhat the same on days when I've got one reason or another to slow down the 'routine'. I usually do this by telling myself that I'll have one more cup of coffee and then I'll get started. Whether the getting started is cleaning house or heading out for a run, I cling to the 'coffee stage' of my routine as long as possible.

Coffee or caffeine of any kind is a funny thing. Sure it gives our bodies a jolt, but it doesn't last. In fact, I find myself much more alert and energized if I don't linger over that 'one more cup' but jump into the tasks at han with focus and determination. Admittedly, it can take a huge amount of determination to self motivate some days, but I always find that the results are worth every ounce of effort. Maybe tomorrow I won't waste my time lingering over one more cup!