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My focus on daily blogging is already proving to be a challenge over the holidays, the final stretch of my commitment. There are too many distractions and no routine. It turns out that this blog is one of first things to fall off of my radar when routine is broken.
So what have I been doing with myself that's more important than writing about it? Spending quality time with my best friend, her pups, and exercising our old lady affinity with crafting projects.
Despite the fact that the dogs are bed hogs, there's something comforting about having them want to be right next to you. Waking up with a warm little dog body curled up in the crook of your legs makes it difficult to actually get out of bed though. And it makes me want to do what I know I can't and shouldn't do - have a puppy.
If I didn't live in such urban housing, with a job/life that consistently keeps me away from home for twelve hours, and a penchant for long international jaunts...maybe I'd have less resistance. Until the day comes where there are a few more items in the pro column than reside in the cons, I'll live vicariously through my role as dog 'aunt'.
taking a dog nap \12.21\
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So what have I been doing with myself that's more important than writing about it? Spending quality time with my best friend, her pups, and exercising our old lady affinity with crafting projects.
Despite the fact that the dogs are bed hogs, there's something comforting about having them want to be right next to you. Waking up with a warm little dog body curled up in the crook of your legs makes it difficult to actually get out of bed though. And it makes me want to do what I know I can't and shouldn't do - have a puppy.
If I didn't live in such urban housing, with a job/life that consistently keeps me away from home for twelve hours, and a penchant for long international jaunts...maybe I'd have less resistance. Until the day comes where there are a few more items in the pro column than reside in the cons, I'll live vicariously through my role as dog 'aunt'.
What struck me last night and this morning was the beauty in simplicity.
The ability to experience awe in the abundance of stars in the night sky. The city blots out their brilliance. It's amazing to take a deep breath and marvel in the vastness.
Walking down a pitch black street with your only real concerns relating to hidden potholes or mud, instead of keeping your eyes, ears and intuition alert for shady characters and situations.
Sitting alone with a book, a light breeze, and the sounds of cicadas and birds in the trees. No TV, internet or traffic to drown it out.
Then I realized why these things were resonating with me so deeply. About six months ago, these were the only sensations I knew, deep in the soul of Costa Rica. Sometimes life sends you a reminder, now it's up to me to understand what action to take.
dog face \07.21\
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The ability to experience awe in the abundance of stars in the night sky. The city blots out their brilliance. It's amazing to take a deep breath and marvel in the vastness.
Walking down a pitch black street with your only real concerns relating to hidden potholes or mud, instead of keeping your eyes, ears and intuition alert for shady characters and situations.
Sitting alone with a book, a light breeze, and the sounds of cicadas and birds in the trees. No TV, internet or traffic to drown it out.
Then I realized why these things were resonating with me so deeply. About six months ago, these were the only sensations I knew, deep in the soul of Costa Rica. Sometimes life sends you a reminder, now it's up to me to understand what action to take.