Growing up in Indiana, I have many memories of the Indy 500. Now that I am living in England, I really appreciate being reminded of simple familiar moments like this one.
Lynn ... curious about where in England you are. I'm going to spend a month in Salisbury with the intent of learning more about the Neolithic period and monuments. Off to look at your take on learning ... one of my favorite topics.
I live in the northern part of the Cotswolds at Moreton-in-Marsh. The Roman road called the Fosse Way runs through the center of my village. I visited both Stonehenge and Avebury (which I liked best) in January. I wrote a few newsletters about the Neolithic period in the Middle East in my other Substack newsletter called "Underneath the Magnifying Glass: Nature, Animals, Humans." I am not an expert on the Neolithic period, but it is one of my interests. Message me when you get to the UK.
Thanks for the reply and I'll look for your posts ... this is basically a new interest for me. I've always been interested in archaeology but Stonehenge, for some reason, was dismissed. Now, the whole neolithic period is calling to me. Will definitely reconnect when I'm there.
When I go to the Bodleian Library next week, I will start compiling a reading list for Neolithic Britain. One of the main sources of Roman British history are inscriptions. Nearly all of what I have written about Neolithic sites involves what appears on stone.
How cool ... I've assumed I will need to make trips to the British Museum and Bodleian Library. I live practically on campus for UC Santa Barbara ... I might even be able to get some of the resources you find from them. I didn't know about the inscriptions. This gets more intriguing. Is there a specific part of this time that most interests you?
I have a very specific question in mind: How have humans constructed the idea of nature over time and what is their relationship with nature (animals are a subset that I am treating in parallel)? I like to work systematically, so I decided to start as far back as possible. I have an outline that would probably fill 15 volumes on this subject, enough to keep me busy for years.
What a lovely post! And, actually, most of our moments are simple ... if we don't appreciate them, we're missing gratitude in the biggest part of our lives. I am now stopping, breathing in this slow, peaceful morning, grateful for the reminder to appreciate it.
I was going to comment with the same sentiments! It's why I do Morning Pages every day. It makes me stop and think about everything, including the little things going on in my life.
I love morning pages as well. I have gotten away from them since completing The Artist's Way, so I appreciate your reminder to move back toward that wonderful task. I read something this morning that said if we begin our days with reading texts, emails, etc we start the day off in a reactive mode. If we begin with meditation, journaling, etc., we begin on a proactive note. Makes good sense to me! 💜
At least Rick's knees were present and accounted for. How lovely to enjoy traditions with loved ones. We deserve to feel loved and happy. You especially do!
Beautiful post. The little things in life are some of the most heartwarming. A child’s sloppy kiss, a kitten purring, warm shower or a beautiful sunrise/set. Mel loves watching the Indy 500 too, or as he calls it “Men going around in circles”. ❤️
We are all going round in circles, right? Remember Ron used to talk about the corkscrew, it all looks the same going round and round, but we are typically always making progress! 💜
Growing up in Indiana, I have many memories of the Indy 500. Now that I am living in England, I really appreciate being reminded of simple familiar moments like this one.
Oh, so happy to be able to remind you. I hope you are enjoying England!!! I hope to visit one day. 💜
Lynn ... curious about where in England you are. I'm going to spend a month in Salisbury with the intent of learning more about the Neolithic period and monuments. Off to look at your take on learning ... one of my favorite topics.
I live in the northern part of the Cotswolds at Moreton-in-Marsh. The Roman road called the Fosse Way runs through the center of my village. I visited both Stonehenge and Avebury (which I liked best) in January. I wrote a few newsletters about the Neolithic period in the Middle East in my other Substack newsletter called "Underneath the Magnifying Glass: Nature, Animals, Humans." I am not an expert on the Neolithic period, but it is one of my interests. Message me when you get to the UK.
Thanks for the reply and I'll look for your posts ... this is basically a new interest for me. I've always been interested in archaeology but Stonehenge, for some reason, was dismissed. Now, the whole neolithic period is calling to me. Will definitely reconnect when I'm there.
When I go to the Bodleian Library next week, I will start compiling a reading list for Neolithic Britain. One of the main sources of Roman British history are inscriptions. Nearly all of what I have written about Neolithic sites involves what appears on stone.
How cool ... I've assumed I will need to make trips to the British Museum and Bodleian Library. I live practically on campus for UC Santa Barbara ... I might even be able to get some of the resources you find from them. I didn't know about the inscriptions. This gets more intriguing. Is there a specific part of this time that most interests you?
I have a very specific question in mind: How have humans constructed the idea of nature over time and what is their relationship with nature (animals are a subset that I am treating in parallel)? I like to work systematically, so I decided to start as far back as possible. I have an outline that would probably fill 15 volumes on this subject, enough to keep me busy for years.
What a lovely post! And, actually, most of our moments are simple ... if we don't appreciate them, we're missing gratitude in the biggest part of our lives. I am now stopping, breathing in this slow, peaceful morning, grateful for the reminder to appreciate it.
I was going to comment with the same sentiments! It's why I do Morning Pages every day. It makes me stop and think about everything, including the little things going on in my life.
I love morning pages as well. I have gotten away from them since completing The Artist's Way, so I appreciate your reminder to move back toward that wonderful task. I read something this morning that said if we begin our days with reading texts, emails, etc we start the day off in a reactive mode. If we begin with meditation, journaling, etc., we begin on a proactive note. Makes good sense to me! 💜
I love that! And I also appreciate your prompts to do the same! 💜
Ah, how sweetly you weave your stories into such beautiful baskets of lovely moments! Thanks for another sweet and well crafted story!
This is such a soothing post, Sue. Thank you. ☺️ My favourite things are the simple things.
Thank you, Rebecca! 💜
Beautiful. I’m thankful for this post. ❤️
Aww, thanks! 💜
Sis is a beautiful kitty. :).
Thank you, her sister looks like her twin. We love love love these kitties! 💜
At least Rick's knees were present and accounted for. How lovely to enjoy traditions with loved ones. We deserve to feel loved and happy. You especially do!
Yes, Rick's knees, lol! Thank you, Lisa! As do you! 💜
I love the “Life Is Good” logo and have many t-shirts sporting that saying over the years.
It’s the simple things that trigger the reminders for me to find gratitude wherever I can.
Thank you for this reminder today.
You are so welcome, Gail. 💜
Beautiful post. The little things in life are some of the most heartwarming. A child’s sloppy kiss, a kitten purring, warm shower or a beautiful sunrise/set. Mel loves watching the Indy 500 too, or as he calls it “Men going around in circles”. ❤️
We are all going round in circles, right? Remember Ron used to talk about the corkscrew, it all looks the same going round and round, but we are typically always making progress! 💜
Thank you, Chinmayan!!! 💜