Week 2, 2026: Unplanned invites

This week involved me easing out of vacation mode and back into work-per-usual. There was no dramatic re-entry, just the familiar resumption of calendars, messages, and routines settling back into place. It did feel good, in an understated way — getting back on track, seeing my colleagues again, and noticing how easily the pace returned after the lull. Friday ended with an outing. I had ramen with…