My first blog post in a kind of long time
I’ve entered a new phase of life.
I think I’m ok.
Others think I’m not as sharp as I once was.
And that’s frustrating.
I’m going to keep trying, of course. I’m going to keep writing. I can do better when I’m writing than when I’m thinking.
Last night I had one of the most horrible dreams I’ve had for a long while. I think it was probably related to this, maybe. We’ve been having some stress in terms of helping grandsons while their parents work—in the summertime, when they are not quite old enough to take care of themselves at home. I don’t know exactly that I dreamed about, but when I woke up at 2 and realized I had been dreaming wildly and in frustration, I think some of my dream was connected to this stuff.
Of course the kids can’t drive. And they need to stay busy and involved in camps and swimming and playing games. They bicker, they shout, they love each other, but that’s life, eh?
And day after day of temps in the 80s and 90s and higher, and rain are not helping any of this. What happened to lovely days in the 75 degree range??
But we have beautiful gorgeous countryside and green green corn growing in the fields. It is amazing. I love the beauty. I have not seen so much green corn in Virginia, in this part of the U.S. that I remember. It is stunning. And TALL! I would love to share a photo of this green green Virginia but that will have to wait until I figure something else out!
Also, my laptop was dropped and broken. Someone else did it but that happens. I’m using my husband’s laptop and this is working but there has been a learning curve for me. Trying to get back to my Word Press blog right here is like finding myself again!!
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Is this safe to share? Do you know anyone going through this phase of life? I know some of my friends will be kind of glad to find this blog again. I was thrilled when a new reader joined the Finding Harmony Blog today!
I’m happy, a little worried, but I’m going to keep plowing on.
Let me know what you’re experiencing and how you cope!
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I’ve missed you and haven’t seen much of you here or there online.
No, I don’t think you should be worried. Your writing flows just like always.
The calendar tells me I’m nearly halfway through my eighties. (Let me tell you, aging is not for sissies.)
Sorry about your laptop, but you always have a Plan B, Melodie. Right?
Sorry I couldn’t respond to your comment here earlier, but things are going better now for the ‘puter.
I just turned 80 and let me tell you it wasn’t an easy birthday. Physically I feel pretty good except for a knee that bothers me, but 80 made me realize that my days are numbered! I can understand the stress that comes with caring for your grandsons at our age. Our strength and patience is much more limited now than when we were in our 40’s! 🙂 I especially find it harder as I age to entertain and prepare meals for family when they visit.
I believe the best advice for your mental health is to keep your mind sharp by continuing to write, read and stay active socially if possible. I know for myself it’s just as easy to stay home as to be out and about. We still run a business and it has helped me in that department by answering the phone and doing the bookkeeping. I enjoy reading your blogs, so keep them coming.
p.s. A writer I am not–so I hope this makes sense. 🙂
Elaine, thanks for responding!! Trying to see now whether my response to you goes through….
Melodie!! I’m also no so sharp as I used to be! It shows up in my driving, my comprehending what others are saying and other places as well. Also patience – it doesn’t last as long as it used to lol!
But you are to be commended for continuing to keep on doing those things you used to. I need to get back to writing too! Love to you and Stuart!
Aww, Nancy, thanks for sharing your comments. And yes, keep writing. I do find that I can still write …. ! Yay.