Amidst a hectic day at work, I often look forward to leaving the office for a quiet lunch by myself. It gives me a little time to briefly decompress, enjoy a delicious salad or sandwich and read a book – a sort of mid-day mini-decompression.

Today, I went to one of my favorite lunch spots Halcyon. At first it was filled with people and then it slowly cleared out while I peacefully ate my chicken ceasar salad. At one point, I looked up and half the place was empty.

As I continued eating my lunch and reading my Kindle, I relished in the peace and quiet. I’m grateful for a nice quiet lunch by myself today.