I had breakfast with friends Sunday morning, and our discussion moved to being comfortable alone. That got me to thinking of how I lived pre-covid and now post-covid. I am comfortable being alone but admittedly not, what is the word? Content? Satisfied? Happy? I’m not sure. I think I have mentioned this before, but covid... Continue Reading →
Memories to ReLive #GoingPlaces
I have been stuck - a writers block - about what to say. It's been a long year of COVID this and COVID that. So, I got to thinking. I am now officially vaccinated. I can make plans. And plans I will make! Based on past travels or my favorite spots, I chose pictures to share... Continue Reading →
Taking a Much Needed Break #SpringBreak
Taking the week off because my sister is visiting. My extra living room underneath my covered patio is cleaned up, all set up with my couch and chair, dining table in the corner. My summer goal will be to enjoy the colors of the sun setting, listen to the breezes gently swing by, music from the... Continue Reading →
Finding Joy Again and How I See Things in a Different Light
When you have the opportunity to watch others, you can see the joy in how they look at the world. Especially when it is something that was familiar but in their absence, things had changed. The old familiar can become new again and watching that joy is catching. The same goes for me the past... Continue Reading →
If You Don’t Test the Water, You Won’t Know How the River Flows. So Go With the Flow!
Sis, this post is for you. Before I offer what I hope is sage advice, I want you to know about your early years. The years you don’t seem to recall. The years that are beautiful memories for me. Mama was on bedrest with her last two pregnancies, and even more so with you. I... Continue Reading →
How Will I Know I Am Ready Again? After All, There Are No Accidents in Life
It’s happening now and I am scared. Eight months after Paul died, I am wondering why and yet at the same time, wondering when. I would give anything to be able to talk to Paul and ask him what he wants me to do. However, in all honesty, I already know what he would want... Continue Reading →
Fear Will Not Take Me
All I can tell you is that Fear is a powerful monkey if you don’t say, “beat it!” It creeps up when you least expect it, you know, when you think you have your moxie back. When you think things are going super great and all. No, the sky is not falling. I am in... Continue Reading →