The daily beauty of the advancing autumn.
How different the views are every day
How fast the changes are. Sometimes slower, then suddenly fast
The difference from last autumn, my memory of it
This year I have a feeling that nature is more likely to watch us humans. During our lives, during our changes. What does it see? Also seasons, constancy, repetition and development?
A sense of wonder…as I age I begin to reflect on all the “dominoes that had to fall just right, to get me to this moment in life, and all the miracles that occurred along the way.” At times I am awestruck.
Not a very positive wonder but currently on my mind as I grow closer to retiring and my daughter is applying for ss disability. “A new report projects that the Social Security Trust Fund might run out of money within six years under a Donald Trump presidency”. I heard this on the radio driving home from work and needed to look it up. It is coming from several sources including the Washington Post.
New siding and windows are being installed in our home. I am amazed at the skills and abilities of the workers. Even in the rainy Northwest, they are out there every day working and doing a fine job.
As someone who isn’t “handy” I am in awe of–and grateful for–their work.
Having recently lost my husband & my whole way of life, so to speak, I am living on my own, alone. I uprooted my whole life, moved across the country & now live in the area where I grew up many years ago. One enormous change after another. My daughter & her husband are nearby as well as a favorite cousin. I am solo for the first time in a really long time. I am grieving while trying to cobble together a “new life”.
My sense of wonder is in all the new, the different, the unfamiliar, all the vast changes. I have had to dig deep inside to see how resilient I truly am. I have had to dig deep to see if all my learning, reading, spiritual study, all my tools are truly there to guide me on this new road in life. This is my current wonder & challenge.🙏🏻✨
In this current season of my life, I am able to work at home as a caregiver for my husband who has quadriplegia. So I am not going out and about to a workplace like I used to. We are not able to travel, but we can get out and about to our church community and to take strolls on a bike path by a river. My husband has a real gift for noticing the small beautiful things that we can see from our windows, the humorous moments in our day. He helps me to see the wonder in these things, and as I strengthen my gratefulness practice I also notice things and can point them out to him. I also am thinking now of Linda’s post from yesterday, and how she mentioned her husband and how he is in near constant pain but rarely complains and is always kind to her. I realized that my husband is often that way as well. People who are able to go beyond their pain and be kind inspire me with wonder.
I remember my dad saying to me that if I continued with a certain habit I would not live to see 30 years of age. I have doubled that number and if I continue, in 7 years, I could triple it. That brings me awe.
I marvel at what I have learned, seen so many changes, and anticipate all the new.
My 7 cats. As they’ve now all been together for a little more than a year, they continue to grown and form bonds and relationships with each other on a daily basis. Everyone gets along- for the most part – and it is a true joy to just sit on the couch and watch them interact and play.
My five grandchildren. They range in age from almost 1 year old to 12 years old. I care for two of them while their parents work. It’s a privilege to see the world through their eyes.
I have moved to a new city, and that has made me wonder a lot. After living in a big city I’m happy to be in a more quiet and calm place. I discovered a park near the water it was so beautiful and I felt so at peace there. I’m happy to keep exploring this place and many more.
I’m happy for you, Ladybug! My life is the opposite… after living in the country for about 5 years, we are now back in a city, and it’s quite different! And we love it!
So much, fills me with wonder.
Inwardly, discovering the how and why, I’m put together the way I am. Outwardly, Geology, geography, people’s stories, plants, animals, architecture, and on and on and on. I’m a very curious person.
I’ve mentioned that I’ve been tapping into my creative side more. Journaling, drawing, playing the banjo, and writing poetry have been such a fun way to express myself and have me feeling so full and a sense of wonder as to what I’ll create next.
Just a few weeks shy of 52, my body fills me with wonder as it is changing from the inside out! The changes effect my mind and make me a bit grumpy here and there. My husband is sweet to reassure me that he knows I’m still “sunnypatti” no matter what while I try to manage my emotions without getting too wrapped up in them!
I miss Kevin.
And where is Joseph? Haven’t seen him for a few days. Also, Avril, now that I think about it…
I am just a few months younger than you, Sunnypatti. It is a good reminder from you and Michele to look upon menopause as cause for wonder, rather than cause for complaining : )
As I’m on my California trip with the people on my dad’s side of the family from Vietnam until Halloween, I’m in the fall season of my life, the season of letting go. Out with the old and in with the new. The upside about ambition is that I never lose track of my goals. Another factor I have going for me regarding Project 9X is that I have a growing staff.
I think I am in the winter of my life. I am 72 now and never thought I would live beyond my 50’s. My Mom died at age 57…and I believed and hoped I would be like her. I was 14 when she passed away and she was my entire world. At 72 and with a recent health crisis…the wonder that my heart is healing and I get to see another new day is a wonder. I TRY not to take anything for granted as it all can change in a second. I get a sense of wonder from all the good folks who come to this site and share their innermost feelings….what a gift. Bless all of you on this cool Fall day.
I am so sorry to hear about you losing your mother at age 14, Nannette! My mother died when she was 47– I had some superstition that I also would not make it beyond 47. At first it seemed like such a miracle when I made it to 48 and I really was grateful each day. Now I am a few years past that, and I don’t remember as often that I have been able to experience 3 years of life that she did not get to experience.
I am so glad that your heart is healing. Blessings to you as well on this cool Fall day.
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The daily beauty of the advancing autumn.
How different the views are every day
How fast the changes are. Sometimes slower, then suddenly fast
The difference from last autumn, my memory of it
This year I have a feeling that nature is more likely to watch us humans. During our lives, during our changes. What does it see? Also seasons, constancy, repetition and development?
A sense of wonder…as I age I begin to reflect on all the “dominoes that had to fall just right, to get me to this moment in life, and all the miracles that occurred along the way.” At times I am awestruck.
Not a very positive wonder but currently on my mind as I grow closer to retiring and my daughter is applying for ss disability. “A new report projects that the Social Security Trust Fund might run out of money within six years under a Donald Trump presidency”. I heard this on the radio driving home from work and needed to look it up. It is coming from several sources including the Washington Post.
New siding and windows are being installed in our home. I am amazed at the skills and abilities of the workers. Even in the rainy Northwest, they are out there every day working and doing a fine job.
As someone who isn’t “handy” I am in awe of–and grateful for–their work.
Having recently lost my husband & my whole way of life, so to speak, I am living on my own, alone. I uprooted my whole life, moved across the country & now live in the area where I grew up many years ago. One enormous change after another. My daughter & her husband are nearby as well as a favorite cousin. I am solo for the first time in a really long time. I am grieving while trying to cobble together a “new life”.
My sense of wonder is in all the new, the different, the unfamiliar, all the vast changes. I have had to dig deep inside to see how resilient I truly am. I have had to dig deep to see if all my learning, reading, spiritual study, all my tools are truly there to guide me on this new road in life. This is my current wonder & challenge.🙏🏻✨
My heart is with. Everything you need is right within you. I know it can be very challenging but you are not alone.
Thank you Yram.❤️
May you have a day of peace and ease PKR. And may your courage continue to support you.
Thank you Mary.❤️
In this current season of my life, I am able to work at home as a caregiver for my husband who has quadriplegia. So I am not going out and about to a workplace like I used to. We are not able to travel, but we can get out and about to our church community and to take strolls on a bike path by a river. My husband has a real gift for noticing the small beautiful things that we can see from our windows, the humorous moments in our day. He helps me to see the wonder in these things, and as I strengthen my gratefulness practice I also notice things and can point them out to him. I also am thinking now of Linda’s post from yesterday, and how she mentioned her husband and how he is in near constant pain but rarely complains and is always kind to her. I realized that my husband is often that way as well. People who are able to go beyond their pain and be kind inspire me with wonder.
I so admire the grace your husband has found, and Linda, your husband too.
🩷🩷
I remember my dad saying to me that if I continued with a certain habit I would not live to see 30 years of age. I have doubled that number and if I continue, in 7 years, I could triple it. That brings me awe.
I marvel at what I have learned, seen so many changes, and anticipate all the new.
My 7 cats. As they’ve now all been together for a little more than a year, they continue to grown and form bonds and relationships with each other on a daily basis. Everyone gets along- for the most part – and it is a true joy to just sit on the couch and watch them interact and play.
My five grandchildren. They range in age from almost 1 year old to 12 years old. I care for two of them while their parents work. It’s a privilege to see the world through their eyes.
I have moved to a new city, and that has made me wonder a lot. After living in a big city I’m happy to be in a more quiet and calm place. I discovered a park near the water it was so beautiful and I felt so at peace there. I’m happy to keep exploring this place and many more.
I’m happy for you, Ladybug! My life is the opposite… after living in the country for about 5 years, we are now back in a city, and it’s quite different! And we love it!
That’s wonderful its nice to change up the pace once in a while. I still love to go to the city!
Best of luck to you.
So much, fills me with wonder.
Inwardly, discovering the how and why, I’m put together the way I am. Outwardly, Geology, geography, people’s stories, plants, animals, architecture, and on and on and on. I’m a very curious person.
I’ve mentioned that I’ve been tapping into my creative side more. Journaling, drawing, playing the banjo, and writing poetry have been such a fun way to express myself and have me feeling so full and a sense of wonder as to what I’ll create next.
Just a few weeks shy of 52, my body fills me with wonder as it is changing from the inside out! The changes effect my mind and make me a bit grumpy here and there. My husband is sweet to reassure me that he knows I’m still “sunnypatti” no matter what while I try to manage my emotions without getting too wrapped up in them!
I miss Kevin.
And where is Joseph? Haven’t seen him for a few days. Also, Avril, now that I think about it…
Kevin and Avril have been on my mind too – they are missed.
Sunnypatti, I have had wi-fi issues since Friday evening. I had to purchase a new router but Ii am now once more connected to the world.
Glad you’re back!
I am just a few months younger than you, Sunnypatti. It is a good reminder from you and Michele to look upon menopause as cause for wonder, rather than cause for complaining : )
I’ll keep my pants not fitting the same anymore to myself – hahaha!
As I’m on my California trip with the people on my dad’s side of the family from Vietnam until Halloween, I’m in the fall season of my life, the season of letting go. Out with the old and in with the new. The upside about ambition is that I never lose track of my goals. Another factor I have going for me regarding Project 9X is that I have a growing staff.
I hope that you have a wonderful trip and enjoy the time with your dad’s side of the family, Loc Tran!
Thanks Elizabeth.
I think I am in the winter of my life. I am 72 now and never thought I would live beyond my 50’s. My Mom died at age 57…and I believed and hoped I would be like her. I was 14 when she passed away and she was my entire world. At 72 and with a recent health crisis…the wonder that my heart is healing and I get to see another new day is a wonder. I TRY not to take anything for granted as it all can change in a second. I get a sense of wonder from all the good folks who come to this site and share their innermost feelings….what a gift. Bless all of you on this cool Fall day.
I am so sorry to hear about you losing your mother at age 14, Nannette! My mother died when she was 47– I had some superstition that I also would not make it beyond 47. At first it seemed like such a miracle when I made it to 48 and I really was grateful each day. Now I am a few years past that, and I don’t remember as often that I have been able to experience 3 years of life that she did not get to experience.
I am so glad that your heart is healing. Blessings to you as well on this cool Fall day.