It's time for a Braincation!

My apologies for not posting regularly this month, I've been busy juggling elephants. When I mentioned this on twitter last night, @skipangel, a wondeful Agile evangelist in the Seattle area, asked how one actually "juggled" an elephant. I quipped something about it being easier than managing stakeholders and he replied with a thoughtful tweet - yes, in under 140 characters! Who says twitter isn't useful to project managers??

@ravenyoung I would rather give stakeholders a chance at early feedback of something working than a signoff of something not yet built.

Well said Skip - and I did quote you on it!

But before *I* can be useful, I need to recharge. I feel like a literal bird brain, beyond baked or fried - perhaps mashed potatoes. It's time for some rest and relaxation - and so I am going on a much needed braincation until next week. I'm about to load up the SUV, pack up the pups, pick up my partner from work and hit the road. Got my motor running, heading for the highway..

We all need downtime - are you taking care of your mind, body and soul? It's important to give yourself time to chill, think about nothing - or let your mind wander where it wants - brainstorm, get creative, read a book, listen to music or pick up a neglected hobby that brings you enjoyment. When you're driving pedal to the metal ALL the time you WILL crash and burn if you don't call a time out. If you're heading for the exploding head zone, please be sure to pull over and take a break before you have a dangerous accident!

I'll be back next week and update everyone on things then.