What will the future bring?

 

Although it has little to do with wastewater, I feel there is an important event that took place today that I should share my thoughts on… the first snowfall of the season! That is probably not what most of you anticipated. I will admit, I actually do intend to share a brief reflection on a little promotion for a man with some very interesting hair. By the way, today really was the first snowfall of the season here in Aarhus, which was also an interesting experience for this American girl.

On the topic of today’s election results, I will not go into great detail since I am sure everyone has already had their fill, but I will say I am very anxious and a little worried to see what the future will bring. During the primaries, I realized there was a good chance Mr. Trump was going to go all the way. Many Republicans did not expect him to make it that far and some were even teaming up against him, but he kept going right on through and now he has made it all the way. He is someone who does not go down without a fight. Maybe that is a good quality for a President, maybe not. Only time will tell.

I definitely do not envy anyone who has to spend time in the limelight, least of all the President of the United States of America. No matter what happens with politicians, celebrities, sports team or the next-door neighbor, I try to focus on staying positive and focus on what I can do to make a difference. I also feel it is important to enjoy the little things—for example, the first snowfall of the season! When I woke up this morning and saw the snow outside I was not very happy since I commute to work on a bike. Granted it was cold and a little slick but the longer I biked, the more I appreciated the snow. It made everything feel fresh and clean. I was anxious and worried I would slip at first, but when I finally relaxed a bit and focused further ahead, I was able to notice the effects of the weather. I saw the trees outlined with snow and snow covering the ground hiding all the worn parts giving it a fresh new look. I felt the crispness of the air and actually thought in my mind, “this is what it feels like to be alive.” Yes, it is a bit cheesy, but true. It was very refreshing and all I was doing was commuting to work. I was living in that moment and making the most of it. It is my hope that Trump’s term in office will be similar to this morning bike ride—an unexpected surprise that turns out better than anticipated.