Thanks for pointing out those benefits, Lost. I will use those traits to help me right now.
Feeling a bit better. Of all things, fighting off a bladder infection. Having had one of those since childhood/adolescence. No, I'm not visiting houses of ill-repute or anything. Think my late hours and caffeinated drinks are to blame.
Worked out and went for a 3mile run last night. A former student approached and thanked me for my influence on his career. Told me he was going to Italy for grad school - cool! It was a bittersweet exchange, as W and I teamtaught many of these students in a larger Intro course, and our couplehood became the fodder for hot gossip among the undergrads for a bit. At the time, I was quite proud to be linked with a woman like my W. Now, I need to accept publicly being her "ex." Has a much different tone, doesn't it? Now I know how Brad feels about articles about Jennifer. (joking!)
PMA is up, thanks to workout and interactions with friends and S5.
Now I know how Brad feels about articles about Jennifer. 
(joking!)