Everything happens today

Why is it that on some days nothing of great consequence happens and on others everything does? Yesterday I was happily learning to bird (in 30 degree weather) as part of the Christmas bird count and enjoying the chance to be outdoors. Today was a rollercoaster. I found out this morning I had a new housemate, who moved in this afternoon. A report I had been waiting on for months finally arrived, I got an important meeting scheduled and oh yeah, I found out that I have a job for another few months anyway. Planning beyond this month again is nice, even if my long term situation is still uncertain. Then finding out that someone passed away too young (not someone I knew personally, although I know the family) threw things in proper perspective. My thoughts are with them tonight. And with the long-eared owl, northern flicker and wood ducks, wherever they may be today as the evening draws to a close.