First of all, how did April get here so fast? I was going to have some new poems written, or have some favorite poems and poets picked out, to grace my blog for the month. Did not get any of it done. I'll try to get some up by first of next week.
My mind is swirling with all the things I need to accomplish in the next 6 weeks. My youngest, EJ, is graduating from college! I didn't even think to get a formal photo done. I really stink at these kinds of things. He didn't think of it either... nut...tree... you get it, so he took a selfie for the college yearbook photo. That's how we roll! Haha!
I'm trying to pull together a plan for celebrating this wonderful milestone in his life, choose the venue, get announcements quickly ordered, and figure out how to make myself look at least 40 lbs. slimmer for the expected family photos... just a tiny miracle or two will be needed to pull it all off! Thankfully, EJ is a very laid back fellow and really doesn't want a big party. Something simple, with only the closest friends and family. It still raises my anxiety a bit, but in a good way. I'm really looking forward to this next step in his life's journey!
Wednesday, April 6, 2016
Monday, April 4, 2016
Write Something...
I've been telling myself to write something. Anything at all. I need the discipline of forcing myself to write when I'm not feeling inspired, because those moments of inspiration don't come along all that often.
Working on the craft of writing is the thing I haven't done well. I have a head filled with great stories and ideas which may never make it to paper or print due to a lack of discipline. I'm also feeling my age. Some will say it's past time to do this or that. I'm standing on the belief, it's never too late to begin again, or even start something brand new! I feel lighter inside at the possibilities still out there!
© 04Apr2016 ajj
Working on the craft of writing is the thing I haven't done well. I have a head filled with great stories and ideas which may never make it to paper or print due to a lack of discipline. I'm also feeling my age. Some will say it's past time to do this or that. I'm standing on the belief, it's never too late to begin again, or even start something brand new! I feel lighter inside at the possibilities still out there!
© 04Apr2016 ajj
Sunday, April 3, 2016
Favorite Things...
A few of my favorite things...
These things, and many more, make me happy. It feels good to think of simple pleasures and set aside thoughts of the craziness going on in the world around me. I am choosing to seek for what brings me happiness and joy. I know there will be dark days and some things I may have to think about and deal with, but when possible, I will be looking for the bright moments. The simple joys in life.
- Flowers, especially hyacinths, tulips, lilacs
- Mystery books and programs
- Music of all kinds
- Magazines like Victoria, Better Homes and Gardens, Country Living
- Pretty, vintage linens, lace, and doilies
- Old family photographs
- Playing games like Scrabble, Dominoes, and Trivial Pursuit
- Vintage dolls and toys
These things, and many more, make me happy. It feels good to think of simple pleasures and set aside thoughts of the craziness going on in the world around me. I am choosing to seek for what brings me happiness and joy. I know there will be dark days and some things I may have to think about and deal with, but when possible, I will be looking for the bright moments. The simple joys in life.
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