Moments D289: Slow Down

Today was a bit of a frustrating day. First of all, I'm sick and coughing like I've smoked 2 packs a day for the past 20 years. (I have never been a smoker!) Second of all, my day consisted of meetings and waiting for IT to fix my computer issues. What this means? I wasn't nearly as productive as I like and need to be.

But, on some level, that’s okay. I realized this as 5pm drew near. I wasn’t feeling well. What a better way to deal with my afternoon than to slowly clean up my office. You know file away stuff that I haven’t had time to in many moons, dust off the back part of my desk. Walk around the office and check in on the team. Just the mundane stuff that I never seem to have the time for.

It was good to have had a slower afternoon and as I departed on time (for once in a dog’s age), I had to smile at the slowness. It’s okay. The work will still be there tomorrow.

Moments to appreciate a slow down.

Moments realizing that work isn't everything.

Moments D288: Kitty Love instead of homework

I haven’t been feeling well.  That darn cold that went through the office found me!

Tonight, the original plan was to buckle down and get a lot of reading and studying done for my upcoming test.  Instead, my brain wouldn’t really allow it.  I’m slow and struggling to focus.  So, after a couple of hours of of struggles, I gave in to the cold and sat my butt down on my couch.  Shortly after I did, my pretty kitty came to join me.  Sitting on me purring away, it was just the love I needed for the day.  For a good 30 minutes we just hung out together.  No TV.  No reading, just sitting and contemplating.  I’ll be my blood pressure isn’t too high now!

Love my furbaby.

Moments D287: Trust & Respect

Today I had an epiphany and it is the moment I want to share with you.

Some people just don’t have the ability to fully trust another.  I think I’ve always, on some level, known that we’re all different in who we trust and how we might trust others in our lives. After today I’m beginning to wonder if there isn’t a small group of people that really are unable to trust.  Period.

Of course there are!  It’s absurd that I ever romanticised that we could all learn to trust given enough time and energy.

So then the question becomes how do I interact with people of that nature? How do you build a relationship with someone who does not trust? For me, I over compensate with information. That seems to help alleviate the anxieties of not trusting.

But there are moments that this annoys me. Surely, by now those in my circles know me well enough to trust me. Which circles me back to: never finding that trust.So it comes down to choice. I either stick with what (mostly) works, or I choose a different path. Perhaps it is time for change.

Moments of revelation.

Moments D286: Sun & real beach surf

Today was the last day of vacation, but we had a full day before we had to be at the airport.  So, we made off to the beach.  Cocoa Beach actually. It wasn’t a super hot day, but it was sunny with only a few clouds spotting the sky.

When we arrived in Cocoa Beach, we were at the day’s high - about 20 degrees Celsius.  Honestly, it was perfect to lay on the beach and soaking in the sun.

But it wasn’t about the sun today.  Today I celebrate the sound, sight and smell of the ocean.  I even took a video to capture the movement and sounds of the waves.  (And if I can figure out how to do so, I’ll post that video later on, for now, here’s a photograph of the spot.  Imagine yourself here!)

Laying on the beach, listening to the surf was deeply relaxing and calming.  By far, it was one of the best moments of the trip with my family.

Moments in the sun, on the sand, listening to the surf.

Moments D285: Hawks, soaring and drifting

I swear, where we are staying in Davenport, Florida it must be a hawk sanctuary or something.  Every time we were away from the resort, we would see 20+ hawks soaring in the sky.  I’m not even exaggerating.

It was pretty amazing to see them everywhere in the sky.  Each of us noticed it.  That’s kinda cool that my nieces noticed. *I* noticed them noticing!  Geeky.  Yes.  Maybe.  But it made me smile!  At one point my older niece counted 28 hawks in the air.  Together we stopped and watched them soar and drift in the warm winds.

Oh to be a hawk soaring on those warm winds!

Moments looking to the sky.

Moments enjoying your family and their perspectives.

Moments D284: Soaking in the sun and the winds of change

Today we enjoyed a day by the pool, but in the sand. Yes, our resort has a man-made beach! Drinks from Jay the ever attentive bartender, pizza lunch on the beach. A perfect day out enjoying some tunes and each other.


The best part of the day was late in the afternoon. It was just my uncle and I left soaking up the sun as the girls bailed on us. We continued to soak in the last of the day’s rays in complete silence. How zen it was! It was in these last quiet moments that I found a deep sense of quiet & relaxation. It was incredible. No distractions, just me, myself and I, enjoying the heat of the sun.

In those last moments of the day I thought about many things. From a brief overview of my last year of change and growth to a more in depth processing of next steps looking forward. I feel a great change coming. I can’t quite put my finger on it, but it is coming. The question becomes: Am I ready for it?

Yes. I think I am. There’s no reason to simply be comfortable. Change makes us uncomfortable. But I think, I’m ready for that stir up. My new year’s resolution: To be more true to self. and not fear change.

Moments in the quiet.

Moments with one’s thoughts.

Moments D283: Jack & lemon post shower

Today, a brilliant day enjoying yet another shopping morning and sun by the pool. It was also a brilliant day in that my niece was accepted to her preferred university for next year. She was beside herself in happiness!

But, my personal personal favourite moment post shower. We decided that tonight we would go out and celebrate the good news. That meant showers for us all. The moment of the day? That was the moment when I stepped out of the shower, peeked out of the bathroom to let the girls know one of them could step in and I was handed a Jack & lemonade garnished with a sliced strawberry and a couple of blue berries. Damn! Now that was service. It was the biggest smile of the day, and likely will be for the week. My aunt? She’s a damn superstar that way.

Moments enjoying being pampered.

Moments when your mind was read!