06/30/2022

Today ends my ale fast . . . 

as I tend to think of it!

Each year, I abstain from drinks

the months of January, May and

September. This year though, 

I chose June as my mid month.

It's been interesting . . . I find 

I haven't missed the drinking 

at all, it's the social side I miss. 

You know, you get together w/

family, friends, neighbors . . .

and per se, alcohol is involved.

Wine, beer, shots, mixed drinks,

all fun and games at parties. Alas,

there are times when those delish

cocktails overtake the common 

sense of the partaker. Methinks we

all strive to avoid that catastrophe.

So today, I intend to spend some

time seriously thinking about just

how I resume holding my infamous

margs in hand! I so pray I have the 

good sense to be careful, sensible . . . 

even abstain several days a week!

ever so thirsty

so what you having darling
throw caution windward

06/29/2022

Color me awaiting July . . .

Sooooo can hardly wait!

And of course, there's always 

our 4th of July celebrations. 

I'm looking skyward even as 

we speak!

July means so many things

to so many people. Birthdays 

ahoy . . . my guy, my bro, my 

dad! And what celebrations 

await!

Then, there's the heat, as little 

clothing as possible, followed

by being burned excessively!

Certainly awakens a thirst for

that ice cold brewski!

My fave may be July moons; 

the 13th - full Thunder Moon, 

and the 28th - the new moon. 

I so love my moons . . . Notice

there're all mine; must mean

I'm loony tunes!

For me though, July is a fave

because of the warmth. I so

suffer during the cold, dark,

months. I feel quite healed in

the heat of summer! If I had

my way, summer would last

twice as long as winter.

Just think, only two more 

days . . .

pray bring on the heat

long awaiting my summer

will it never come

06/28/2022

Just color me content . . .

Good night's sleep, awaking

to fresh banana bread made

by a friend, the cool of the

morning . . . 

We seem to be ever seeking 

the thrills offered in heights 

unknown. Heaven forbid we 

should be sated with those 

small joys that surround us. 

And yes, it is easy to forget 

the importance of those little 

things that make up a perfect 

day. I fear we live in a society 

ever seeking the orgasmic high 

rather than that sweet road of 

getting there!

This new me, the me that's 

facing those latter years of life, 

longs to learn this secret ere 

I die . . .

pray do share with me

how may i learn what needs be

so longing to know

06/27/2022

Neither of us like to shop . . .

Methinks, better give thanks 

for that whilst I'm still alive! 

Alas, can't get down on my 

knees any more!

'Tis the whole, once a month,

shop 'til you drop regime that

threatens to kill me! I'd come

home and drink up, but I have

to find places for all those gros!

I so admire people who run by

the grocery store on their way

home from wherever! On my

side of the fence, have to go on

the least busy day, at the least

busy hour, and still pray it will

be quick and dirty!

"Oh my God! They've changed

things around since I was last

here! Where the hell did they 

put my fave salad dressing!! 

Damn, looks like they're out of

those little purple potatoes!!!"

Maybe, I'm at that place where

I should have my gros delivered!

Not sure they service half way to

kingdom come!

okay rants over

ive heard oldsters are grouchy

am i one of them

06/26/2022

I find myself in this mood . . .

Spring ending in June, Summer

beginning in July . . . Whatever's

going to happen next?

I promised myself I would enjoy

every single moment of this up-

coming season and yet I feel antsy!

What will July bring? I know for

certain the sun is coming, perhaps

to stay awhile. I know all about

summer parties, evening suppers,

meeting with friends and the odd

FAC. 

I also know I'll be helping my guy

get ready for his own birthday. I

do appreciate the process, enjoy it

even.

The actual day brings family to our

door, conversations much longed

for . . . the old catching up gambit!

It well may be the biggest event of

the summer, but it's not the entire

season. I enjoy the dreaming up of

ideas, the planning and the execution.

So dreaming it is . . . and already 

about three ideas come to mind!

Can hardly wait . . . and yes, I have

full intention to kiss and tell!!!

tis coming coming

love me some new beginnings

feeling inspired

06/25/2022

A weekend with family . . .  and

I find myself unexpectedly moved!

One appreciates relatives, honors 

them, loves them from afar . . . 

but on those rare occasions when

a get together is planned and works

out . . . 'tis perfection indeed.

I find myself looking at things from

a slightly different perspective. Aha

moments, precious understandings 

and the resulting chuckles or tears,

are gifts indeed; make no mistake!

I recognize that vast geographical

distances play a role in families.

We tend to have greater familial 

type relationships with close friends 

who live nearby as this is indeed

practical.

I wonder if harking back to days 

of yesteryear with phone calls, cards

and letters wouldn't bring a greater

closeness?!

Methinks a concerted effort may be

what is needed. An effort to stay in

touch as well as making a point to

reunite from time to time.

I do recognize the importance of this.

And, I wish to follow my own advice.

My family is worth staying in touch.

Honoring them is important. And,

I love them . . .

pray come sit with me

let's have a little look see

shall we go forward

06/24/2022

I know one good way of getting

rid of the shakes . . . work my 

ass off in the yard. Summer is 

not only coming, it's here!

I swear, I could simply live out

doors during these warm months.

There is something so invigorating

about Summer!!! 

I find myself getting up at o' dark

thirty, wishing the sun would hurry

and get up as well, all so I can be 

outside.

I have to laugh at myself, I don't

seem to mind the bug bites and

sunburn, just get me out there 

already.

Sooooo, bring it all on . . . the

heat, the work, the visits of fam

and friends, the cool drinks and

picnic foods . . . I'm in for the

duration!

love me some summer

come on over lets party

make up for lost time

06/23/2022

There are times when I am so

absolutely overwhelmed with

what I would call apprehension!

I do not understand it!

All afternoon, I've been sporting

this angst. Frankly, it's more than

a bit unnerving. I ask myself, 

"What's this all about? How can

I get over it? How can I let it go?"

Can't help but wonder if it has 

something to do with me treating

myself to coffee today . . . my

once a month treat.

Might it be because I'm trying to

get ready for a family reunion this

weekend? I would have to admit

this takes some planning . . . 

Taking a peek at the map, packing

up, looking over food and drinks.

Thinking about a hostess gift.

The heat . . . which I've anxiously

awaited for the entirety of Winter

and Spring?! The cold nights? 

When will the two get on the same

page already?!

Methinks a good night's rest might

help mitigate this entire episode . . . 

Sooooo pray these jitters will all be

behind me on the morrow!

Do other people sometimes deal 

with this sort of thing?! Damn it 

all to hell, anyway!!!

lets quell the willies

bring on some serenity 

just calm yourself down

06/22/2022

'Tis the morning of the day after

and I'm just not quite ready to say

goodbye!

Still, I do love that we're in the 2nd

day of summer, that second day in

a six week period . . . and I intend

to enjoy every single day of it!

Thinking here . . . just how am I

going to celebrate these hot climate 

days . . . let me think! 

The first thing that comes to mind is 

getting my ass outside for a change. 

I rather loathe just how used I get to 

staying indoors over the winter and 

early spring!

Next, I want to see if my legs still

work . . . maybe the odd walk or two,

just as long as they are no longer

than to the mailbox!!! Right?!

Not to forget that I have this sweet

little basket sitting at the ready just

waiting for a picnic to happen!!! I've

been hankering after a picnic for so

long, I'm not certain what one even

looks like at this point!

I find my calendar filling up . . . seems

to me that I'm going to soon lay eyes

on fam and friends. It's been a long

couple of years or so with that dreaded

plague on our hands.

Damn! It's summer time and the livin'

is easy . . . Thank you Louie Armstrong!

And, I want to live it every single day!

To hell with just existing . . .

06/21/2022 - Summer Solstice

"Midsummer, the Summer

Solstice, also known as Litha,

arrives when the powers of

nature reach their highest

point. The earth is awash in

the fertility of the Goddess

and God". ~Scott Cunningham

 

I am ever so enamored with 

any and everything that has to 

do with the warmth of summer.

I feel like dancing!

Today is the longest day of the

year. Methinks 'tis all about

celebrating hot . . . summer

heat, body heat, that slow fire

that burns between lovers and

makes friendship what it is.

Alas from here, the days begin

to shorten as they approach fall

and winter. But, I am determined

not to dwell on that. I wish to

relish each and every day of sun

and warmth. I have a feeling that

this summer is to be the summer

of all summers.

Let's stroll through the upcoming

summer evenings with family and

friends . . . gatherings, cookouts, 

parties, sharing a pitcher or a few

bottles.

Mr. Summer will bid his adieu soon

enough. We have six weeks in which 

to revel in the joys of this delightful 

season.

Let's not waste a single moment . . .

long awaited sun

pray do not depart too soon

sol man come to moi

06/20/2022

I am loving the anticipation

of today! 'Tis the eve of our

Summer Solstice, otherwise

known as Litha. Not to forget,

the longest day of the year.

Awaking early, divining the

gifts the day may bring . . .

ever so delicious. A day of

warmth, means some time

spent outside.

Another delight, a colleague

of yesteryear is joining me. 

A time to catch up, share a bit 

of food, spend the afternoon in

learning. Frankly, joy beyond 

expectation.

I wish to enjoy every single

moment of the day, cherish

them and recall them upon

demand. Precious memories

can sustain; make no mistake!

And, to think 'tis only the eve

and the morrow awaits . . .

anticipation

summer a long time coming

delights awaiting

06/19/2022

You know, you spend your 

whole life on some kind of 

sleep schedule . . .

Obviously, parents downright 

beg, pray, promise the universe

anything, in hopes their babies

can sleep. Alas, no rest for the 

wicked!

Then, from the time children 

enter pre-school until they are

actually retired from the work

force about 60 years later, sleep 

is pretty much ordained by God

and the alarm clock.

At last, retirement comes along 

to party and messes with every-

thing! You actually get to sleep

in, stay up late if you so wish,

take a nap or not! And all of a 

sudden, about 65 years of sleep

habits are blown to bits.

Anything from all nighters to

all dayers, now govern the latter

part of our lives . . . and sleep

pays the price.

Not sure that it matters at all.

Still, part of me wishes this 

had all happened when I was

a partying teenager rather than

a sleep deprived oldster!

It's about 1:00 in the morning;

anyone want to come on over 

for whatevers?! Let's see, we

could play cards, have chat

and drinks, throw a pizza in 

the oven or even dance in the 

moonlight!

Hey, we're retired and sure as

hell NOT sleeping!!! Let's do

this!

06/18/2022

Spiritual

The quality of being concerned

with the human spirit or soul as

opposed to material or physical

things.

I so love and enjoy spiritual

observances . . . glorious days 

that remind us of a life worth 

living. I find them utterly up-

lifting. For days afterwards, 

I still revel in them . . .

May Day, First days of Spring, 

Summer, Fall, Winter, spiced

in between with Halloween,

and Yule . . .

Looking at these celebrations

in depth, I see that a pause in

our daily endeavors makes 

them even more special. 

One of the things we fail to 

do in our modern day lives is

to pause . . . It takes a pause

to live in the present, to enjoy

the moment, to appreciate the

offerings that life has to give 

us. 

In essence, I want to live

rather than exist, love rather

than like, and celebrate rather

than simply limp through the

days as they present themselves.

Pray, I rise to the occasions as

they present themselves . . .

Let's enjoy Litha, first day of 

summer!

06/17/2022

"When I get old, they're never 

going to say, "What a sweet old 

lady." They'll say, "What on earth 

is she up to now?!"  Hippies, 

Music, Nostalgia and Musings

An old friend of mine sent me 

some fun about aging today. 

I say, fun! Frankly, aging is a

lot of work, to say nothing of

a pain in the ass! Methinks the 

only thing that'll get you through

is a good sense of humor!

I feel fine, really! Or, at least I'm

trying to convince myself I do. 

I really do . . . just a few aches

and pains in the joints! What's

that all about anyway?! Maybe

a joint for the joints?! Alas, I

don't smoke!

Something that always gives

me a chuckle is accidentally

seeing myself in the mirror.

No way in hell is that woman

in the mirror me! She doesn't

resemble me at all . . .

One of the things that annoys

the hell out of me is the odd

forgetfulness! I swear, I am

NOT forgetful . . . Yet, there's

that old, "What the hell am I

looking for?" once you get to

the kitchen!

Bottom line, aging is quite 

a blessing as I imagine none 

of us fancy the alternative!

Sooooo, finding myself quite

grateful . . . blessed be!

06/16/2022 - Biz on my mind . . .

Every now and then, there's one

of those special souls that touch

our lives. Looking back . . .

I can still remember my dog,

Wags, and I was only two and

three. Then, there was Tippy,

one of the great loves of my 

life.

One of my fave memories . . .

Tippy running around in her

pack. There was my Tom

turkey, my white goose, a

black hen . . . "last of the

Mohicans" as it were. They

went everywhere together!

But once my brother got his

seeing-eye dogs, we were no

longer allowed to have dogs . . .

so cats it was! 

Tiger was an ole fave. He'd 

have breakfast at home, then

go on over to our neighbors.

Up the hill for freshly milked

and separated cream, proceed 

next door for a fresh raw egg 

and lastly end up down the hill 

for cooked scraps. Just ask me 

if Tiger wasn't a proper celeb 

in the neighborhood?!

Then there's the loss . . . as 

a child, the grief was beyond

overwhelming. Still, sooner

or later, our hearts would be

opened to another pet.

Biz is still with us, but perhaps

saying goodbye soon. I find I

need to honor this wondrous

friend and the man who has

loved him lo these many years.

May your precious memories

ever console you . . .

06/15/2022

I am overcome with angst . . .

I simply do not understand why

there are times I feel so incredibly

antsy. What is it all about? What

does it mean?

I try to think back through the day.

Did something significant happen?

Was there an event that upset me?

Did it remind me of something?

Bottom line, I think our souls make

an effort to communicate with us

through our bodies . . . Might be

rather a good idea if we'd listen up!

I know I'd do well to pay attention

to business. Is it a learning process?

A habit? I'm going to make that

effort, go the extra mile. But, how

is it precisely done?

I'm putting my mind on alert! I want

to be more attentive, see if I can suss

out any particular messages that I

might need to hear.

Pray I listen . . .

pay attention now

its all about listening

need tell you something

06/14/2022

"You can't make someone love 

you by giving them more of what 

they already don't appreciate."

~Annie C. White

I know that I am loved, well loved

in fact. It's just that sometimes I'm

in a space where I need to be told,

or reminded. 

In our society, the words come

easily and often . . . alas, they may

have come to mean less over time.

An aside . . . During my twenty

years in Mexico, I learned from 

this mantra . . . "Love people; like 

things."

I find myself pondering, "Just how

can I use these words in such a way

that they are real, full of meaning?"

Something that comes to mind . . .

Be more interested in showing love

than speaking of it. Walk the path,

rather than talking about it.

It comes to me that I should be much

more worried about loving others

rather than being worried about being

loved. That's the real gift . . .

love the great unknown

loving you is loving me

choose love every time

06/13/2022

What about a guy who turns 

to you and says, "How would 

you like for me to make you 

blueberry pancakes tomorrow 

morning?" One would have 

to forgive the man anything! 

Well, almost anything . . .

I've been pondering some of

those endearing things couples

do to keep their love alive. 

Naught wrong with having 

a good look-see!

What matters to me above all, 

is to always treat each other 

with respect. Then, think fun! 

The unexpected, the unusual. 

Keep 'em guessing!

Sweet little gifts. The odd

drink in a fun tavern. An

afternoon stroll down Main 

Street. Window shopping. 

Bottom line, it doesn't have 

to be complicated, expensive. 

Methinks 'tis mostly paying 

attention to business. 

I'm going to have a good think

and see if I can't come up with

something fun to get even with

yummy blueberry pancakes!

always in my thoughts

must show you that you matter

ever in my life

06/12/2022

I love everything about the

prepping for a trip. The first

descriptive that comes to

mind is excitement . . . add

in anticipation and you've

got me. Funny thing though,

coming home is just as

glorious.

I find myself thinking of all

the things I'm going to do

when I get home . . . clean

out the travel trailer, get the

wash started, do the camp

dishes, write a thank you

note . . .

Oh my God, can't I ever think

outside the box?! What ever

happened to just sacking out

and resting a tad? Maybe

watching an old movie and

munching on a fun snack?

Methinks' tis time to mend

my ways . . . Mother Nature

is calling my name. And, I

just know she wants me to

sit under my fave tree and

have me a glass of old time

lemonade.

'Tis summertime after all

and if I'm right, that requires

some summertime activities.

Let me think . . . picnics,

drives, get togethers, fun

drinks, swimming, making

homemade ice cream . . .

"Summertime and the livin'

is easy . . . " Where's Nat King

Cole when you need him?!

just come on over

needs me some of that ice cream

do lets have some fun

06/11/2022

A new day dawning . . . with

all its inherent promise.

Spent the day in the sun, a

bit of reading, some idle chat,

a conversation in depth. It all

spells out quality time with

family . . .

I find myself being nigh onto

a sun worshipping albino; very

painful . . . color me red . . .

Still, a most glorious day

nonetheless.

Taking a look-see . . . these

familial days are a kind of

stress sandwich. Both the

prepping for coming, and the

readying for going, are painful;

make no mistake. But, those

in between days of lovey-

dovey, make it all worth-

while.

Can't help but wonder if this

sussing out might not help

with future trips. I do know we

humans have oft been accused

of same song, second verse

syndrome. But, what the hey?

So, what is the why behind

this scenario? Surely, it not

only has something to do with

love of fam and foe . . . but

with real caring, as well. On

another note, I imagine it's

also about getting the hell out

of Dodge once in a while and

dancing a different tango.

Admitting you can't teach old

dogs new tricks . . . methinks

I'm up for giving it the old

college try!

hello and goodbye

so come again any time

miss you already

06/10/2022

Then there's that every once

in a while . . .

What a ghastly day yesterday

turned out to be. Naturally,

there's all that hustle and

bustle whilst getting ready

for any road trip. Add in the 

stress of just trying to get

there, wherever there is!

Each one thinks they know

how to get there and of course

this not only differs from each

other, but also from that 

English gal who lives inside

the GPS.

Sooooo not cognizant of any

reason why this should be the

foundation of a good round,

but it is. Methinks 'tis the end

of the match; somebody ring

the bell, please!

We finally make it, go figure!

The day continues in its vein;

no electricity, no water . . .

"no phone, no food, no pets."

Where's Roger Miller when

you need him?!

Still, families rally, don't they?!

Pick up some pizza, turn on

the campfire, grab a beer and

tell tales out of school. What

may have been a god awful

day, turns out to be one of

the best evenings ever.

Ain't life grand?!

crazy days and nights

so not what I expected

'tis fun nonetheless

06/09/2022

"Lions and tigers and bears,

oh my!" Wizard of Oz, 1939

Pondering fear of late . . .

can't help but wonder what

it's all about.

Was it gifted to us as a kind

of protection? An innate

detector of sorts? Or, perhaps

a more nefarious . . . enemy?

Friend?

I grant you that fear is a rather

decent defense mechanism. On

the other hand, fear can literally

shield us from that greater

experience called life. And, of

what value is life if it's replaced

with merely existing?!

Methinks fear has its place; 

I'm not questioning that. But, 

one should be the master and 

not the servant of this oh so 

powerful malady. 

Perhaps, recognizing fear for

what it is, honoring it as a 

shield is a plausible possibility.

But, it is not to be placed on

a throne, catered to, exalted!

Bottom line, it's about sussing

out who is the master and who

is the servant. For me, I wish

to be, ever and always, the

master of my own destiny.

Still, I am grateful that fear

always gives me the ole 

heads up!

ever present fear

you may sit at my table

but not at the head

06/08/2022

"The woman I was yesterday,

introduced me to the woman

I am today, which makes me

very excited about meeting the

woman I will become tomorrow."

Poetic Evolution

I think a great deal about these

three days . . . I actually rather

relish looking back over my 

yesterdays, particularly those 

of pleasant memories. Yet, over 

and over you hear that we're not 

to spend much time there.

I love my todays as well. Frankly,

it's rather a glorious place to be.

Each moment is to be enjoyed! I

like all the parts, the planning in

days prior, the enjoyment whilst

happening and even the looking

back for a second round of joy.

Never to overlook our tomorrows,

one way or the other. It's that whole

looking forward to the new, sussing

out those plans we made in days 

past. Sometimes, the planning and

waiting are even more fun than the

happenings.

Sooooo, methinks I won't be giving

up any of the three! They're there to

be experienced, come hell or high

water!

love me some todays

not to forget yesterdays

whats on tomorrow

06/07/2022

"Getting old isn't for sissies.

The changes we cope with are

in our bodies, minds, emotions,

and social network and they 

happen steadily. We keep having

to make courage and adapt to new

circumstances. This is invisible to

most of the world. What do you

want to be acknowledged for?"

The Defiant Crone

Good food for thought! Excellent,

actually! I have to laugh . . . or I'd

cry, this is my first year for joint

pain . . . guess it happens in the

best of families!

Still, I'm thinking it's all about

considering the alternative. What's

a few pains next to not living any

more?! I actually know people 

who count the days, hoping for a

soon ending. 

I count the days I've been gifted 

beyond the death sentence! I'd

be lying if I didn't admit to being

a bit frightened of my upcoming

demise . . . but I think enjoying

whatever time the gods have

granted us is where the magick

lies.

Rather makes me wonder why I

insist on taking three months of

abstinence out of each year just

to make certain I'm not an alkie!

Methinks I'm just trying to be a

right-living woman! Ha!

06/06/2022

I'm almost scared to call it for

fear of jinxing it, but methinks

spring may have finally sprung.

It's bright and sunny outdoors

with a rather high forecast, along

with my own high hopes, on the

the horizon! Yayyyyy . . .

Sooooo, I'm all about thinking 

up some naughties to do today.

One thing for certain, I'm sitting

outside for a long while.

With some heat on the horizon,

so many lovlies come to mind.

Let me think, at nigh onto a 100 

years old, I can go surfing, climb

our mountain, chase the elk out

of the yard . . . hummmmm . . .

think I'll just have a long sit by

the pond and think of margs as I

won't be drinking them! Ha!

On a more serious note, Spring's

beauty, Summer's heat, Autumn's

colors . . . all lend themselves to

healing our souls of that prolonged

dark we've just lived through. My

apologies to Winter Buffs; I know

skiing and other Winter sports are 

priceless!

Allow me to raise my empty glass

in a toast to the upcoming fun of

these warm months ahead! 

Salud!

06/05/2022 - Earth Mother Day

Remembering that Earth Day

was established on April 22,

1970, we've been celebrating

it for 50 years. Having said

that, not many realize that

June 5th, is also an Earth Day

of sorts.

It has been referred to as World

Environment Day. It has also

been called Mother Earth's

Pantheistic celebration. Save

the world is a slogan often used.

For me, this is simply one more

opportunity for all to remember

our Mother Earth. It's a time in

which we can ponder what we

can give back.

It rather boils down to those 

small things we don't pay 

enough attention to. Plastic

utensils and paper plates 

rather than washing dishes, 

paper towels instead of dish

rags, carrying our own bags

for shopping, all good ideas.

I recall writing about these

and other thoughts around

Earth Day. Still, it takes more

than talking, it takes a serious

commitment for action. 

Yet, I know we can do more

than the small things. We can

work towards cleaning up our

racial messes, time we did

something about the poverty

that surrounds us and we need

to bite the bullet when it comes

to abuse of all kinds!

Let's do this! Let's do more

than honor April 22nd and 

June 5th. Let's actually go

the distance, do whatever is

within our power to make a

difference.

making a promise

might be just little ole me

im making changes

06/04/2022

Don't hold your breath, but

I may be re-entering the land

of the living today. It's been

a long haul.

Not used to being sick, it's

been a bit more than no fun!

It's one thing to spend a day

abed with a fave book, the 

odd movie, a box of chocs

and a drink most delish. The

whole days abed thing, cos 

the doc told you to . . . not 

so much!

So, methinks a look-see into

future plans as I missed so 

many, might just be in order.

Looking forward to laying

eyes on our friends would 

be the first, maybe going 

out to eat, or perhaps, the

operative words would

simply be GETTING OUT.

Feel free to put your notes

in the suggestion box; I can

always use those . . .

tossing and turning

i may have bed sores by now

can i get up now

06/03/2022

Pondering my beliefs of late;

seeking that core essence as 

I reach the latter part of my 

spiritual journey . . .

-I believe in the divine, both

within and without. Yet, I feel 

no need to name this.

-And, as we all have our

feminine and masculine sides,

I celebrate both the feminine

and the masculine in the divine.

-I believe we were born both

to love and to serve others.

Anything that comes back to

us is incidental and is not to

be sought. Keeping track is

arrogant and self serving.

-I believe in those virtues 

of tolerance and forgiveness, 

both of others and of self. 

These in no way signify an

acceptance of abuse towards

myself in any form.

-I believe in the importance

of both giving and receiving,

indeed with grace.

-I believe prolonged guilt to 

be wasted energy, although I

recognize this may not always

be controllable. A worthy gift

contrition might offer would be

how to seek better alternatives

of behavior.

This is my creed. Pray, may I

have the courage and strength 

to travel my path with dignity 

and honor. Pray, may I be blest 

with the gift of personal growth 

each and every day. 

So be it . . .

06/02/2022

"Here comes the sun,

Here comes the sun, 

And I say, It's all right."

~George Harrison

'Tis finally June . . . 

one of my fave months! 

It's not supposed to snow

any more. You know, just

over five inches at the cabin

on the morning thereof!

Winter's over! Alas, Spring 

never showed up. Summer's 

well on it's way, going to be 

nice and warm. You know, 

just 34 degrees here.

The next three Sundays bring

Earth Mother Day, Children's 

Day, Father's Day . . . and

finally, the Summer Solstice.

You know, June may turn out

alright, after all.

June is the second month of

the year when I abstain. Just

my way of checking in with

my, ''Just say no!" abilities.

It's never been an issue so far,

gods be praised.

A toast to you, as I raise my

fave glass of H2O, "May you

have a phenomenal June and

arrive at July unrepentant! 

06/01/2022

It all started innocently enough.

We invited our good friends 

over for drinks in the afternoon. 

My guy was having a bit of the 

ole hay fever . . . but, we didn't 

think anything about it. It's not 

contagious after all.

We had a few brewskies, caught 

each other up on our news as we 

hadn't been in touch for a bit. I 

recall thinking I didn't want them 

to leave; we were having such a 

good time!

Next day, my own fam came 

in from parts unknown, sooooo

celebrations continued. I much

enjoyed catching up, both w/

our friends the day before and

my family the following.

More fam b-days awaited us

over the weekend. But, by then 

we'd given up the whole hay 

fever theory and recognized 

what we thought were colds.

Wayyyyy tooooo easy! Too

many indicators of the plague.

We had to wait until the holiday

weekend ended as CO School

of Mines was on scholastic

leave for the weekend.

I find it all a bit scary now,

sitting here watching the rain 

and worrying whether or not we

indeed have COVID. Methinks

'twould have been a good time

for instant gratification!!!

Still, at least we've been tested . . .