It’s July 3rd today. Kind of a weird time…we don’t call it Independence Day Eve, but ostensibly, that’s what it is. I’m celebrating with my friend from way back in elementary school by golfing. We are going out early in order to “beat the heat”. The forecast is calling for somewhere around 108!

I’m not a fan of early mornings, but it seems like the smart thing to do. Part of the reason that I’m not a fan of getting up early is because it seems to require that I go to bed early as well. I’m a night owl. I love staying up late and watching TV. Last night I made a compromise and went to bed at around 11:30 ish. Early for me, but not quite early enough to get a full 8 hours in before my 5:20 alarm!

Sure enough, when 5:20 hit that beeper did its thing. I was not thrilled, but I knew I had made certain choices. Choices always come with consequences. Sometimes good, sometimes not so much. I wanted the fun of TV last night, so now I’m a bit bleary eyed. Heck, the sun hasn’t even gotten out of bed yet. Anyhow, it is what it is. For now I’ll just rub my eyes and…

–Rise Up!!