Today was a long day - my first day back on the record since August. The move pretty much has taken most of our time and being so far away from my usual work area AND having unstable wifi up until about a week ago... well, I've not been able to report.
But today, we were on record all day - I got to the Commission at 7a - and it was a LOT of pages. I had a couple messy spots (yes, I'm human!) and I have to do it all again tomorrow.
That said, I was building my job dictionary and making briefs all day and getting my "groove" back. Once you have your skill, just like with exercise or a musical instrument, it never leaves you but you do have to build it back up after a hiatus.
Today was a good day, even if tiring.
If you're interested about what we do, take a look at the North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission on the web. It's an honor and a privilege to be a part of this important societal check.
You all know I love giving back... and I've been speaking at the local law school for many years now, sharing with the students who will be future litigators how they can work WITH court reporters to create a truly excellent record.
I love doing this - and if you have the chance, please consider doing it in your area. The "baby" lawyers appreciated it and the next generation of court reporters will too!
We all love rituals - girls nights, massages, regular workouts... but what about our working rituals?
Do you have any that ease you into your productivity? Perhaps alleviate any anxiety?
Our job as a stenographer (or captioners) is filled with stressors and if we can develop rituals for ourselves to help limit those stresses, think how healthy, happy, and productive we can become?!
I love this profession... and I love sharing it. Wherever you are, in whatever period in your career you find yourself, be an amazing advocate! Introduce people to this incredible opportunity for someone who loves English, the law, computers, learning... Be the little pebble that creates the ripple in the pond!
