Finally some sun on this third day of October. My garden is still producing. I’ve just harvested a bowl of goodness – some green and purple beans, 3 Sunburst squash and a few sprigs of broccoli. Life is good though challenges and difficulties never stop. Having this space to tap and sigh and bitch a little helps a lot. You will not find any Pulitzer winning writing here. It is but some mumbling of a simple woman travelling her path.
This month will be an exploration of solutions for easier ways of doing and living. I’ve started already by adopting shorter posts and letting go of my desire of writing a thousand words a day. It is a much easier goal to obtain. The other day, I made 3 instead of my usual loaves of bread at a time. Dough for 3 loaves is so much easier to knead. Then there’s only 3 pans to wash after. It was a much more pleasurable experience.
I’m not sure of what the next thing to be. I haven’t got a clue right at the moment. I won’t whack my head trying to figure it out. It will come on its own. I don’t need to work so hard at living though that is my personality trait. I can change. It won’t be easy. Old habits die hard even those that hurt and harm us. The payoffs of change are great. I will and can make the effort.
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Lily, I recently started asking myself, in moments of debate, “what if I did what would make me happy?” Might this question help you? I knew a friend would refuse if I asked her, “may I turn your icon painting into mugs and notecards?” She is too humble. So I asked myself, “what if I did what would make me happy?” The mugs and notecards arrived today, and what a boxfull of love! Is it your mom’s illness that is making you restless? I care.
Thanking for your caring, Kebba. I’m not restless but tired. My mother has severe osteo everything and is having a lot of pain lately. Not easy to find solutions. It is a bit wearing. I’m melancholy by nature so it comes out in my musings. I’m quite ok. But your suggestions are quite helpful. Thank you.
Was that dinner? It looks like it was yummy. I’m glad you are lightening the load a bit. And I love Kebba’s question!
No, that was not lunch but an afternoon snack. I was wanting some cake but saw that on the menu. Not a surprise that I had a small supper after. But it was lovely snack. We were in the cafe in a bookstore. The guy had a huge slab of chocolate cake. I love Kebba’s question, too.
Hey Lily,
It seems to me that you cherish life’s small joys, like the sun in your garden and the satisfaction of harvesting fresh produce. Your words paint a picture of someone seeking solace in everyday moments.
I admire your exploration of easier ways of living. Letting go of expectations and embracing simplicity is a powerful practice that brings greater fulfillment. Change may not be easy, but the rewards are worth it.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts so openly.
Thank you so much, Florence!