I am a bit of a naysayer regarding the "romanticize your own life", but as I read your piece, I realized that I may be taking action and romanticizing without knowing it. I am journaling again. I make my bed and tidy the bedroom each morning, looking forward to the return in the evening. I have allowed myself to buy "Kitchen Lemon" soap; I have an evening cocktail or tea on my porch, and listen to the birds, look at the trees, and watch the light. I'm delving into new recipes and got suckered into Laura Geller. I make sure to have time with friends. Last, I have certainly been looking fondly upon my husband of 30 years; we are aging and changing, but I have such regard for the little moments; they are most sacred. I wouldn't change a thing for my 20-year-old body. Wisdom is valuable. Thank you, Shelley, for giving me a different view of the simplest things.
I actually tried and loved the Sei Bella skincare from Mellaleuca but shipping was more expensive and took a long time to get here. I’ve been thinking about trying some this part of the world brands while I’m here just for fun. But the Laura Geller website looks good.
Haha…not really. It’s still good to notice it, though. Wish I were having tea with you overlooking your garden right this minute. Well, I guess there it’s probably getting dark.
Lovely flash fiction, Shelley! And thanks for the tip re Novlr. I hadn't heard of the company. Cooking is my favourite way to relax, so I suppose that is kind of 'romantic'?
Aww, I’m glad you liked it. It was fun to write. Yes, you might like Novlr! I think I found it when I was looking for something completely different…but then I saw the free author website, checked out the company and product, and decided to use it. So far, so good.
I am a bit of a naysayer regarding the "romanticize your own life", but as I read your piece, I realized that I may be taking action and romanticizing without knowing it. I am journaling again. I make my bed and tidy the bedroom each morning, looking forward to the return in the evening. I have allowed myself to buy "Kitchen Lemon" soap; I have an evening cocktail or tea on my porch, and listen to the birds, look at the trees, and watch the light. I'm delving into new recipes and got suckered into Laura Geller. I make sure to have time with friends. Last, I have certainly been looking fondly upon my husband of 30 years; we are aging and changing, but I have such regard for the little moments; they are most sacred. I wouldn't change a thing for my 20-year-old body. Wisdom is valuable. Thank you, Shelley, for giving me a different view of the simplest things.
I don’t know Laura Geller…what do you find inspiring about her?
Hahahha it is the name of a makeup company. I do like the foundation powder...
Ohhhh!!! I’ll check it out. “Beauty & skincare” is one area I need to work on.
I actually tried and loved the Sei Bella skincare from Mellaleuca but shipping was more expensive and took a long time to get here. I’ve been thinking about trying some this part of the world brands while I’m here just for fun. But the Laura Geller website looks good.
You are a fabulous example! This made me laugh in DELIGHT. We’re still a bit alike after all these years. Thank you so much for sharing this!
Whaddya mean "a bit alike"? Were you doubting?
Haha…not really. It’s still good to notice it, though. Wish I were having tea with you overlooking your garden right this minute. Well, I guess there it’s probably getting dark.
Lovely flash fiction, Shelley! And thanks for the tip re Novlr. I hadn't heard of the company. Cooking is my favourite way to relax, so I suppose that is kind of 'romantic'?
Aww, I’m glad you liked it. It was fun to write. Yes, you might like Novlr! I think I found it when I was looking for something completely different…but then I saw the free author website, checked out the company and product, and decided to use it. So far, so good.
Loved reading all of this Shelley; especially not that I'm at the cusp of change and direction. Stay healthy and blessed my friend!
Hi Danae! I'm so glad it resonated with you. Yes, you are about to have lots of time and energy to romanticize your life. Enjoy this era.