When I started this blog last year, I came up with the name Lifesomethings.
The whole idea was to celebrate, on purpose, some of the "little" things in life. Along the way I've stepped off that path a few times, but mainly, that's the intent.
For instance, right at this moment, as I'm writing these words, the sun is shining brilliantly across a late March sky in Michigan. Beautiful!
Earlier this week I noticed that the robins are back from their winter stay down south. Other warblers have returned as well. It's so pleasant listening to them while going on a daily walk. It makes the few miles go by much quicker, and makes it infinitely more interesting to be outside. Beautiful.
Over the past two months or so, I've done some sprucing up painting in almost every room of my house. I can't believe how far a little coat of paint goes in polishing up the appearance of my home. Beautiful.
Earlier this week I had lunch with a dear friend I've known for years through my former employer. We sat and chatted in a small Mexican restaurant, both having rice, beans and a side of guacamole. We were able to enjoy each other's company without the pressure (on my part) of having to get back to work. Beautiful.
Speaking of former employers, I've been officially retired since December but stayed on for another month to help with the transition of me leaving. Since that time two Social Security checks have come my way. It's so refreshing to get up each morning not with the idea of getting to work to rouse me but a sense of what adventure the day will bring. Beautiful.
