A new year!
A fresh new
start. No more going down the same tracks. No more self-pity.
Instead, I have
opted for self-care. So far, it is working very nicely. Yoga, swimming, fruit
salad, and spinach for lunch (Eva is not impressed…).
Also, a new
puppy.
My man (gotta find a different name, seeing that this one is not appropriate anymore) went out with three dogs and
came back with four.
My man (gotta find a different name, seeing that this one is not appropriate anymore) went out with three dogs and
came back with four.
Nobody has claimed her yet.
She is
quite cute, especially when asleep. When awake she chases the chickens, and
pees on the carpets.
Deja vu :-).
This is our last week of holidays. From next week Tuesday, Eva will be in school and I will be working.
So we are
making the most out of these last days. Friends, sleep-overs, nighttime swims.
Fun, despite everything.
Deja vu :-).
This is our last week of holidays. From next week Tuesday, Eva will be in school and I will be working.
Fun, despite everything.
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| All dressed up for New Year's eve |
Since the man and I have always lived in two houses, the practicalities are easy.
The
rest
will get easier too. I am taking it moment by moment, trying to feel
each one
fully, to appreciate being alive.
Remembering that nobody can make me feel anything without my consent.
And deciding to feel good.
Surprisingly it is working, most of the time.
The garden
helps. It is in a pink phase now, after a long spell of brown grass, brown
leaves, brown seeds.Remembering that nobody can make me feel anything without my consent.
And deciding to feel good.
Surprisingly it is working, most of the time.
The cat also helps. When the new (still nameless) puppy chased her, she just re-located.
No fuss, just find a different place and snooze on.
There is so much beauty in my life!
There is so much beauty in my life!
A big hug to you.
Lots of
love,
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A now long gone friend once told me that "anyone can pack your bags for a guilt trip, but only you can decide if you'll actually take it". Glad you're not going to ride that train. Hang in there girl this new year brings many possibilities! And what a cute new dog! Hope he stays around!
ReplyDeleteYou are such a brave woman dear Jutta! Yoga, swimming, fruit salads and spinach for lunch! haha, I envy your persistence already. Keep on feeling good about yourself, and enjoy the beauty all around.
ReplyDeleteLots of love,
Hermann Hesse said: "Jedem neuen Anfang wohnt ein Zauber inne." (There is magic in each new beginning). Somehow you seem to be able to find that magic in each moment and I admire you for that. My heart goes out to you, sending you love and comfort and magic. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteMy daughter has had a number of chaotic changes in the last ten years. What we've all learned is that things were always better on the other side of the chaos because within the chaos you are learning new things.
ReplyDeleteFrom your blog, I know you are creative, adventurous, kind, and giving. I'm looking forward to sharing this new year of change where ever it shall take you!
Each picture of Eva is more beautiful than the next. The new puppy, how adorable. I am sure lucky was on her side when she found his way to your home. I love your philosophy about the changes going on in your life.
ReplyDeleteThis particularly changed my perspective: Remembering that nobody can make me feel anything without my consent. And deciding to feel good.
May each day continue to get better.
Glad to see you're being positive. As Baye says, there is a silver lining on the other side of the chaos: the trick is to get there, however long it takes. The dog looks great and if the cat can cope, so too will you and Eva (that's my second name, incidentally!).
ReplyDeleteAll the best - thinking of you. Isobel - www.ColdhamCuddliescalling.blogspot.com
Thank you dear Isobel. So far, I am doing pretty good. Helps to not always focus on myself...
DeleteWishing you a wonderful New Year
Lots of love
Your yard looks like a magical, secret garden complete with roses, chickens and puppies! I'll hold that thought about the packed bag as I enter 2013.
ReplyDeleteYour garden is lovely. I'm buried in snow, so seeing a little bit of green and flowery things was refreshing :)
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