I took my time with Matins/Lauds this morning, no rush. Slowing down especially the "Gloria patri". I ended up at about 65 minutes. This is good to keep in mind in the future for mornings with Nine readings.
Part of the mentality here was to notice how different I pray when I'm keenly aware of someone else present. The Lord is always present, but, sadly, my motivation here was less noble. But not entirely ignoble. I'm supposed to pray on behalf of my people. If I'm more apt to pray digne ac attente when they're present, I imagined them present. It made a difference. Now, since the Lord is always present, and my guardian angel...you see where this is going.
Anyhow, 65 Minutes.
