Today was a perfect day for reflection.

Between class and an evening of homework, I had an appointment with my internship liaison at the university.  We were meeting to discuss potential internship options.  At one point, he looked up and asked what my overarching goal was–as far as what I planned to do with this graduate degree–so that my internship could reflect that goal and be a noteworthy experience to that end.

I looked at him and said I wasn’t quite sure.  It wasn’t one of those job interview moments where I responded either stuck or stunned, it was a moment of honesty.  I described what I wasn’t looking for and the general parameters of where my career thinking has been lately.

He didn’t judge or act caught of guard.  In fact, he seemed to understand.  In fact, he shed some light and provided some guidance.

Later on this evening, I extended the question. I thought of more overarching goals–not just related to studies, or career potential–but in a much broader sense.  Then, I devoted some time to some writing and thought (and snacking) to that end.

Who knows if the answers I jotted down will come of something?  At least a few members of my cohort seem to think these sorts of moments have some value; the accredit these moments to much of what they have so far.

Where am I headed?  What do I want?  Well…… my July 9th documents folder, alongside my project work, has some reflections within it to that end.

Today, here in Lethbridge, was the perfect day for refection.

And I have to wonder… is 300KM of travel a necessary catalyst?   …or is the 3000KM to my usual destination, Montreal?  Meh, I’m grateful to have both/either under my belt.