It’s Easter Monday and light rain is falling upon us. It is much welcomed, quenching a thirsty earth and cleaning our dusty streets. I am at a loss for words so have been reading others’ in this April Ultimate Blog Challenge. One post directed me to Heather Cox Richardson’s April 18th post on Letters from an American on Paul Revere and Patriots Day. I found it quite interesting, having forgotten much of the history learned in high school. It was also very inspiring how what seemed like small acts were huge acts of bravery that changed the country and world.
I feel fortunate to experience these hopeful happy moments of inspiration, especially on a rainy day. No matter how dark I feel, there’s these sparks lighting my way. I always follow the light. I am also reminded not to stay stuck in the same old stories. Changes are happening all the time. It pays no heed to whether I like it or not. I must keep up, not to be left behind, muttering the same old, same old in my puddle. So I hope to be in the moment more often and not to repeat the same sad songs over and over.
I am thankful for this peaceful Easter. We had a very nice supper with all our family at Tsui King Lau Restaurant. The food was very good and so was the company. My father got to take home the leftovers, enough for a couple of days. For once he did not protest. I think he quite enjoyed the food. The restaurant had favourable reviews on Tripadvisor. The trick is to order ahead if going as a large group.
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Thank you – I read the same post by Heather and I too was surprised. I drove through Connecticut in 2021 and toured a few of the museums. Insightful and amazed at our history and strength.
I’m glad you and your family had a nice Easter! I’m about to go read Heather’s post, too. You’re so right about changes that come. As the young people say, “life is gonna life!”
Thank you, Jeanine.
It’s amazing how a quiet, rainy Easter can stir up such deep thoughts and gratitude. I especially loved your reminder to embrace change and seek out positivity , even in the small, everyday moments.
Thank you, Barbara.
Your first picture with the rain looks so peaceful, almost like I could sit outside and let the raindrops fall on my head. Sounds like you had a wonderful Easter, mine was quite. I went to church at 6AM then to breakfast with two of my church friends. Once home it was quiet and I just reflected on the past year, trying to focus more on the happier moments. Today was better, each day it is, someday I may be back to normal. But then again what is normal?
I’m glad things are getting a little better and easier, Martha. I don’t think things can get back to ‘normal’. And that doesn’t have to be a bad thing. I’m changed forever with all that’s happened this year. I see and hear the world differently. I was taking alot for granted, sort of asleep at the wheel. I’m okay and things are getting better and a little easier, too.
Following the light is key. I’m glad you had a wonderful dinner with your family, and good food always helps, right?
Now back to everyday life…
Thank you, Tamara. Yes, back to everyday life.
Hi Lily,
There is a lot said about change.
One says that change it like train, you either on it of you better get out of its way or it will roll over you.
or, another says you either make the change happen of you ask what happened.
That’s so true, Doug. I’m on the train.