and why wouldn't i be when there's so much to be thankful for. almost free of responsibilities and would soon be settling into retirement when i can do all things i want to do, go to places i would like to go, and only me to think of.
i've been asked quite a few times if i don't miss companionship. well, mostly i don't. it's true there are things that are good to share with someone close to you, but i have been there and done that. it's not an enjoyable company when you're saddled with problems and you're the only one having to bear those problems. well, mostly, and where's the fairness in that. believe you me, for me, i prefer to be alone and i know how to be alone. i've learned from early on that being alone is not the same as being lonely. one can be with a roomful of people and still be miserable. i have so many things to do, so many books to read, so many stories to write, so many places to visit although i have soured with travelling especially when i have to fly. almost a complete waste of time, flying is now.
life is what we make it. if you choose to be lonely then you will be lonely. but we make use of our time and use it wisely that's when contentment sets in and then happiness and joy.
and for the lurkers, if they're still lurking around - i have no regrets that you're gone from my life.
for week 50 of 52 portraits of me challenge, the theme is "joy".
You go Vicki! Congrats on being so close. Yes life is what we make it and if we choose to be happy...it’s so much more fun! So much to see, do and read! Definitely be joyful! Lucky u!🎉🎉🎉
Respect.
Flying - with the birds, with the clouds, like flying seeds with the wind... with them I travel in my thoughts... to wonderful places...