Day 43 of continuing recovery

Mama Nature, I am in awe.

Husband, mother, dog and me are hunkered down in our kindly neighborhood.

We enjoyed two life events yesterday that, as our friend Claudia noted, were reminders of our supportive circle here and helped us to be uplifted and prepared spiritually for this week.

Mid-day on Sunday, we celebrated the 90th birthday of our friend Ruth. She organized quite a luncheon party for 75 friends from her various walks of life. She danced the hora, calling the steps, and bringing others into the circle… and never missed a breath.

In the afternoon, we celebrated our friends Barry and Melanie and their first baby-about-to-be-born. Among the guests were six little children who found a spot, pulled out materials, sang along to music and made art while the adults gabbed.

I noticed the beautiful food at both events. It sang its siren song, but did not catch me.

Today, my antidote to fear of the coming storm is love. It’s not flour, sugar, alcohol or quantities. It is the Serenity Prayer, the 12-Steps, walking the dog as safely as possible, Quiet Time, prayer, connecting with family and friends, cooking all of our food, a nap, three weighed and measured meals, the New York Times, and writing to you.

I am grateful. May all beings be well, happy and peaceful.

Love & Light,

Valerie

Tidewater Waltz by Elisabeth Slettnes