Creating Joyful Reflections In Our Minds

I was sitting here this morning reflecting on a beautiful weekend that my husband and I shared.  The weather has been incredible and we spent most of the weekend outdoors.  I think to myself it was just what the doctor ordered, fun in the sun.  Wow, I was totally stress free and I hope hubby was too.  We were two exhausted people as we had enjoyed every minute of the weekend.  I think we fell asleep before our heads hit the the pillow.

We spent Saturday in our favorite small city of Yellow Springs.  I love the culture there, as it is a throw back to the late 60's and 70's.   There is lots of art, musicians on the street, and unique cafes.  And of course, there is a great bike trail.  The city and the bike trail was swarming with people due to the beautiful sunny and mild temperature weather.

We went 20 miles on our bikes and stopped off at a few points of interest to stretch and enjoy the day.  One of the stops was a garden nursery.  The flowers of course were beautiful and we surprised to see the mums have arrived.  The summer is moving by quickly.  We also saw another deer today, as it very quietly and elegantly crossed the bike trail right in front of us.  They are such beautiful animals and it is excitng to see them at such close range.

 Then it was back to Yellow Springs to take a walk around town which was busy with lots of tourist.  I love some of old Victorian style homes in town.  I never get bored visiting and riding my bike there.  It is one of my favorite places that makes those feel good endorphins kick in.  

Sunday was just as fun with a trip to Waynesville.  Another great historic town.  There is lots of antique stores for all those people who love the past.  I am not an antique collector.  I love the more modern look, but the town is fun and the food is good.  It is the home of the famous Sauerkraut Festival that is hosted every fall.

I topped off the evening by having some fun with my girlfriends, as hubby went off to have some fun chasing fish around the lake.  I don't think he caught any.  There was no bragging when he returned home. 

Laney of course did her usual thing this weekend, that is napping.  She did however enjoy some time out in the back yard and of course greeting us at the door with the usual tail wag and roll over for a tummy rub.  She always makes us happy.  She is my dose of happiness everyday.  My faithful companion.

I would like to express my sympathy for my dear friend's dog.  He was a great pet and companion for my friend.  He died unexpectantly Friday.  I send much love and prayers to his family.

Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened....Anatole France

Elizabeth

 

Free To Live

If I had not checked the calendar,  I would have thought it was late September or October.  The morning temperatures this week have been in the forties.  I had to wear a jacket the last couple of mornings.  The afternoon highs have been in the seventies.  It has been a beautiful week with lots of sunshine. This is unusual weather for August, but nice weather for lots of outdoor activities.

We took advantage of the great weather last evening, as my husband and I were on the golf course with the groundhogs who came out to play also.  One of the little critters decided to join our game, as we are sure he took my golf ball and scurried off into a pond.  Of course it was one of my best shots.  I wish Laney had been with us to clear the fairway.  Huh, Laney probably would have seen that groundhog and put her tail between her legs and ended up on top of my golf bag.  She is not fond of other animals.

This my favorite time of year for the fresh produce.  Since we had a lot of rain and cooler temperatures the produce is abundant and very tasty.  I love my veggies especially right of the vine.  I would be very content to live somewhere where I could grow fresh produce year round. 

Looking forward to another day of fun in the sun, as Laney and I are off to walk.  I am gearing up for a great weekend with friends and my husband.  We are feeling free and full of life.  I hope wherever you are your life is filled with sunshine and love.

Expose yourself to your deepest fear, after that, fear has no power, and the fear of freedom shrinks and vanishes.  You are free.....Jim Morrison 

Life is beautiful !!

Elizabeth