There’s something about being away from Riyadh for an extended period during the Ramadan Eid holidays and then having to return back to the old routine. Particularly when coming back from a place like Mecca where every moment is filled non-stop with activity and late late nights are the norm. What does this mean? I’ll probably be going through “jet lag” symptoms for the next week where my days and nights will be off-kilter. I’ll be going around bleary eyed with something of a dazed look on my face like I have not had enough of that morning wake-up coffee. The same thing happened last year so I’m not surprised that it has also happened this year. Last night I managed to stay away until 9pm but then could not keep my eyes open any longer so I retired for what I had hoped would be until a reasonable hour the next morning. Unfortunately being awakened by someone who thought it would be nice to chat with my husband around midnight resulted in my not being able to drift off back to sleep. After all, I had a good three solid hours of sleep so I found myself wide awake…again. No use crying over spilled milk so rather than sit wide-eyed in the darkness I decided to just get up and be productive and hopefully tire myself out again. The house is very tranquil with the quiet of the night. Even my cats are smart enough to be sound asleep and not affected by my nighttime wanderings.
If I were going out each day to a regular office it would be easier and faster to return back to a normal routine. However I recently left my position at King Faisal Hospital and have been doing freelancing and independent consulting instead. I like the flexibility and diversity as a freelancer. And, also happy to remark that for one who is willing to take initiative, market oneself and network, numerous opportunities avail.
Today will be a long day as I’m determined regardless of how drowsy I may become to not succumb and take a nap. However I do hope to manage a few hours sleep before what is considered the night period is over. Time will tell if I am successful in this endeavor.
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