IfI wereto writeevery dayfor onehundred days,would my soulbe purged ofthis malaise;is it a thingto be dredged,dragged up –twistedand tiedlike tatteredbed sheetsknottedtogether;is therea remedyfor thisscourge;or is thisan inherentrestlessness,a fiery bluespark of eternalangst ignitingpassion – a callto write? (Originally posted February, 2017. Image my own)
Expectations artificialliving in an urban junglelonging for nature’s calm – time moves too swiftlybarely registerlet alone participate We are guests in our ownexpectation’s dysfunctionlicensed for depression a smorgasbord for abuseintentions mislaid,disappointment unavoidable The ego pretends to be openbut she’s an actress off cueplaying out a sentence – condemned to basicspraying to escapethis dystopian malfunction. (Image […]
I, too, adore my quality me time, not just for creativity, but also peace and restoration. Then I miss those who lighten my life further, and I make time for them. It’s all about balancing between just enough quiet time to keep me sane, and just enough community to keep me joyful. 🙂 Lovely piece, VJ!
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You’ve got it right. Thanks.
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You’re welcome! ❤
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Couldn’t agree more VJ. Sadly watching a younger generation flounder here because they isolate and insulate. Community is the way.
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Well said, VJ. I know whereof you speak.
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🙏😊
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Yes I have to force myself to socialize but when I do I am often refreshed. Still as an introvert I realize I must strike a balance. Too much socialization leaves me drained.
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I understand. Me too
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You’re right on both counts – community makes such a difference and it’s hard to step over that hurdle of fear!
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Thanks Wynne
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A relatable emotion.
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Thanks Sadje
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Always welcome
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“Step over the fear”…but move forward nonetheless. ❤️❤️❤️
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💪💕
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Yes!!! ❤️
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I do relate.
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Is it an age thing, or the result of a life in service to others (ie teaching)?
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I suspect a bit of both.
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