living purposefully…not perfectly
It is a second cup of tea kind of day, or coffee, or whatever libation gets you through. Rumi is slumped at the foot of the couch in a blissful, smelly heap that only a dog can pull off with any semblance of cuteness. We are on Day 1 of the forecasted 50 mm of rain over the next week. Gray skies as accompaniment. If Dave quips “April showers bring May flowers” one more time, I will hit him.
Read more “Time for More Tea”Blue skies and snow tipped trees are a welcoming winter sight. If this were habitual, my bah humbug winter grumbles would melt away.
Read more “A Christmas Post”This spring, I told Dave he needed to go to Costa Rica. He disagreed it was urgent. We argued. I won.
Honestly, who argues with one’s spouse about taking a solo trip to Costa Rica?
Read more “Unexpected Souvenirs”A friend reminded me recently that I have not written in a while. Too little time, too many excuses.
Maria, this one is for you.
Read more “Costa Rican Dreamin’ Part 2”I am enjoying a quick lunch break in my car. Gray apartment towers surround me and I admire the impressive tag graffiti on the community center where I am parked. I am annoyed having forgotten my phone at work.
Read more “Costa Rica Dreamin’”In the World of Dog, experts proclaim the dog picks you. You do not pick the dog. I am beginning to believe this folk wisdom.
Read more “Welcoming What Knocks on the Door”Autumn is the perfect time to think deep thoughts. The colors are magnificent. The forest scents delicious. Cozy sweaters and chunky boots replace T’s and flip flops. Eyes gaze upwards and inwards simultaneously and that is the perfect condition for contemplation. No dark, depressing winter grumbles just yet.
Read more “Plato’s Cave”Rumi has a special happiness portal. It is our back gate that leads through our neighbor’s yard to the woods beyond. As soon as he sees the leash in my hand he gives a yip of glee and makes a bee-line for the gate. Furry rump thumps down while chest remains high, tail swishes the ground in expectation.
Read more “Shroom with a View”I recently enrolled Rumi in puppy training. I did a bit of research and chose a local facility. Good price. Great reviews. What could possibly go wrong?
Read more “Puppy Training and Rude Awakenings”Finally, we have regained the ability to socialize (in person) with family and friends. To say that this is long overdue and enjoyable is an understatement.
Read more “The Freedom of Friendship”