Well, the rain has finally stopped. But it’s in the low fifties and it’s going to stay there today. Tomorrow will be better. Cloudy today, sunnier tomorrow. (This photo was taken earlier in the week.)
Wait! I just saw the sun! What a difference it makes. The endless rain around here does wear one down. Don is ready to scream, as am I. But the up side to all of this is that our long drought is officially over. And that’s a very good thing.
I’ll be honest. I’m having a hard time lately. It looks like my career is over without my having made that decision and I’m still mourning that loss. You know how I feel about the felon and fascism and the dark deeds going on in the WH. I’m having trouble motivating myself to read, though I do read a bit each day. I’m trying to get excited about the dollhouse work ahead, but I’m also quite limited as to budget, so I have to get creative and those juices aren’t always in evidence. Don isn’t finding any work at the moment and frankly, he is so castable right now. He should be working a lot. Don and I feel lost at times – we want to work in our chosen fields because we love what we do and we’re really, really good at it. (Please don’t suggest other possible jobs. We live in a small town, have one working car, and believe me, I have worked all kinds of part-time jobs over the years. There’s really nothing available around here and we’re in our seventies.)
We still pay a hefty mortgage because we bought a house much later in life than most people. That choice was ours, but we feel the strain financially. However, we’re not special, we’re no different than so many people, especially nowadays. And we have no regrets about choosing this house. We love it so.
So something silly like three days of rain can really impact our moods.
But we are basically positive people, so we work hard to find moments of joy and laughter and gratitude in each day. We’re big on gratitude.
Anyway, I share this only because you might be feeling the same way. If you are, I’m sending you a big hug and lots of love. This too shall pass. I have to believe that things will get better. I’ve experienced a lot of little miracles in my life and have no doubt that more are on the way. So this is not a “Poor me!” post – far from it! It’s just an honest status update.
Stay safe.
Happy Saturday.
Good morning Claudia! We have had an actual spring this year. Cooler weather, rain and less wind. We have spent days doing hikes nearby and hanging with the birds in our yard. We are trying our hardest to be happy and content, but this administration always leaves its worrisome stink on our world. I’m sorry you two are missing out on work. It is very important and you guys are good in your arts. Hopefully the sun will come out soon (in more ways than one) and you can sit on that beautiful patio and read, watch critters and enjoy the days ahead. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, as you help me know I’m not alone. Have a lovely day.
Oh, I’m happy that this might have helped you a bit, Verna. I almost deleted the post but if you know you are not alone, then it’s worth it.
Stay safe.
I love how optimistic and positive you both are. This too shall pass. We just don’t know what is around the corner. Glad your drought is over. Hope the sun comes out. Hugs, Elaine
It’s out right now, Elaine!
Stay safe.
Well, I’m glad for the little bit of sunshine you saw. Amazing how just a little bit of sunshine really brightens things up. I really do hope both you and Don have more work in your future. Happy weekend.
Thanks, Barrie. I appreciate your kind words.
Stay safe.
i get what you’re saying …that you and don aren’t the only ones who are maybe retiring against your wishes … but you two are special!
you’ve said before that you don’t have an agent. does don? if so, might a check-in call serve as a reminder of your both wishing to work (and your many talents)?
whatever work may or may not come to you two in the future (and i hope you both get as much work as you want), i hope you and don feel good about all your contributions to providing entertainment to countless people over many years. thank you for all that.
and “amen!” to more miracles being on their way!
glad the sun is out for you. hope you can enjoy some time and meals and coffee on the porch every day. sometimes we have to think/make decisions about retirement and mortgages and money in general (among other big life stuff), but hopefully there’s time each day to enjoy the so-called ‘little’ things, too.
sending love and hugs to you all, too. xo and stay safe.
kathy
Don has an agent and when they see auditions that fit his type, they submit him. He’ll has to put one on tape this weekend. They’re doing their job.
I don’t have an agent.
Thanks so much for your kind words, Kathy.
Stay safe.
glad to hear don’s agent is helping.
will pray that don’s audition leads to a great and big job for him, and that you get the same, a job you really want.
hope you’re in the middle of a wonderful weekend.
kathy
It is STILL raining off and on, so not so wonderful so far.
It will be better tomorrow.
xoxo
Hugging you back, Claudia. Wishing you both the best.
Thank you, Ellen.
Stay safe.
Warm hugs from across the country to you and Don, Claudia. There will be sunshine soon in your neck of the woods. And we’re all pulling for you, whatever happens. I don’t really know how it is to lose your career, as I voluntarily and very very happily retired, but I do know how it feels to lose something you love. I hope that things look up in every aspect for you both.
I know you do, Wendy. Bless you.
It’s not just my career, it’s also something I love.
Stay safe.
I understand and feel for us all. We usually have the same weather as you do and it is really wonderful to see and feel the warmth of the sun. My landscaping around the house is a mess. I am not even trying to weed. The bushes are too tall covering too much of the front of our rambler. Much of them need a big prune and the laurel hedge like bushes are dead. But, what I admire about you and Don is that like many of us, have made your home your sanctuary. That is so important and what keeps you sane! So everyone even if you have only a little time or funds, enjoy the little things that make you happy! Take care all!
Exactly! Wonderful advice, Carlotta!
Stay safe.