Earlier in the week, I didn’t have much energy after the hectic Sunday afternoon rowing races and the previous days of polluted air, which seeped into the older house where I was staying. Just finishing my normal workdays took more effort than usual. Going out after work to row with my husband on Wednesday, I wasn’t able to do much.

By this afternoon I was starting to feel more like myself. One day can make a big difference.

Nurturing Thursday was started by Becca Givens and seeks to encourage self-nurturing and to “give the planet a much needed shot of fun, support and positive energy.”