"Anxiously awaiting Spring," has been my response of choice of late when asked, "How are you?" "Anxiously awaiting Spring" suggests hope for what Spring brings; it also suggests a certain longing to let winter go. Sadly, that has been my focus. I'm not usually one to harbor ill toward the seasons, even the harsh winters of my home town, but this winter has been different.
Today I walked my favorite woods and beach path, once again snow-covered from yesterday's falling. The chill wind was blowing, necessitating my hood and mittens. I dreaded going out, knowing it would be so. But once out in it, I felt good. The chill didn't make me shiver; it invigorated me. The snow didn't blanket my happiness; it beautified my path. The quiet didn't make me feel lonely; it made me feel peaceful. Long, dark, frigid, and seemingly lifeless winter days can make us feel weary and isolated. The same can be said of long, dark, frigid, and seemingly lifeless relationships, careers, and simple daily life. When we try to protect ourselves from these aspects of winter, or life, it is easy to become afraid to face them. If, however, we get 'out in it,' so to speak, and face everything as it comes, we can appreciate the opportunity and reward for having done so. Embrace all that the seasons of life bring. Get 'out in it' and make the most of it, always grateful for the opportunity to LIVE another day! Anxiously awaiting Spring? Of course. Also, joyfully enjoying Winter.
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6/12/2019 08:34:37 am
We can never deny the fact that there are people who love spring season that much. Their dedication and love for spring is not a joke since they are patiently waiting for it every time it ends, and they feel some sort of sadness when it's not yet Spring season. I am sure that you are not the only one who has that kind of story as I know that some of my friends have that personality too! Spring has its own charm, and that charm is always worth looking forward to!
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Lucindi
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January 2019
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