Currently!

I’m joining Amy at Coffee and Cocktails at the Casa for this month’s “Currently” post. The idea is you fill in the blank of five participles with photos, if possible. I skip the photos unless I already have them in my library. Last night, we had thunderstorms which lasted a really long time. I love thunderstorms so I wasn’t bothered a bit by them. Nigel had his first pre-op appointment yesterday morning, and we spent most of today (Wednesday) at the hospital for additional tests. He was injected with a dye, and then we had to wait three hours so he could be scanned. I asked him if he thought he’d light up under a blacklight!

Saving my life right now…

I’m going to sound like such a drama queen right now, I know.  Life, for the last several years, has been difficult.  Between Covid, Nigel’s ongoing health issues, then his hips, I feel like I’ve been on one of those hamster wheels.  Right now, I do everything, and I do mean everything around the house. Some of it has been learning new skills which were good to have.  But, man, do I need a rest.  So, there are two things saving my life right now.  One is the blog.  There are literally days when that’s the only reason I get dressed.  A single post takes me a couple of hours to write, edit, and post.  If it’s a post like Songful Style or Style Imitating Art, there is the research which adds at least an hour.  And, that is time I get to escape my everyday life.  The other thing is the art museum.  I love being a docent which isn’t the first nor will it be the last time you’ll read it.  I am one of those people who just loves to learn.  Art is not my area of expertise by any stretch of the imagination.  But, I’m learning so much…about artists, movements, ways to give a tour.  I feel like my brain is getting wrinkly again.  I love talking to people which is so weird considering I’m an extroverted introvert.  I also have developed some friendships that I know will only continue to grow and deepen.

Cleaning/purging…

For several years, I did the 40 day purge for Lent.  I found myself getting rid of items in my closets just for the sake of completing the challenge.  That’s not the intention, as far as I’m concerned.  I felt the purging (I hate that word, BTW) became a task rather than an intentional act.  When we downsized from about 4000 sq ft to less than 1800, I got rid of many things.  Again, they weren’t things I wanted to get rid of, but I didn’t have any space for them.  That would be my beloved love seat…purple with a peach floral print.  I should have gotten rid of the twin bed and kept the loveseat to create a library. I am constantly purging my closet.  I haven’t done it yet, but I’m going to completely empty out the pantry, rearrange it, and get rid of expired items.  I’m also going to clean the kitchen cabinets in the same way, except there aren’t any expired items.

Loving…

I’m loving going to my grandkids’ events.  A couple of weeks ago, I attended my youngest granddaughter’s orchestra concert.  I did duck out when her group was finished because I had to drive in the dark.  My eyes aren’t good at night, especially with my cataracts.  Last week, I watched my grandson swim in a sectional meet.  He got third in one event, and he’s only a freshman!  I love watching him swim, but I have to catch which lane he’s in before he puts on the cap and goggles.  Otherwise, I can’t find him!  Last night (Tuesday), I went to my oldest granddaughter’s choir performance.  I can’t attend the big performance.  It’s only a few days after Nigel’s surgery.  Luckily, they break down the different choirs into small performances for the community. I was so impressed by the way she danced on 3-4” heels!  Check out my Instagram post here!

Planning (trip wise)…

My museum besties are up for several different trips. I am pretty sure I will be going to the UK with one of them.  We’re also considering Santa Fe, a women’s retreat, or something else I can’t remember.  My youngest and I are probably going to the UK, too.  And, then my traveling buddy and I met for lunch and are going to pursue going to London/Paris either later this fall or early next year.  If Nigel’s surgery is successful, I’m hoping we can take a couple of short car trips.  I’d also like to drive to the Detroit area to visit the Ford Museum and Greenfield Village.  Of course, I’ll try to meet up with Erin, there!

Taking a break from…

Oof!  What am I taking a break from?  I would love to say I’m taking a break from the news, but I don’t think we can bury our heads in the sand.  Things are scary in our world right now.  I check in on Instagram a few times a day, but I don’t spend more than a couple of minutes there.  If I have something to post, I’ll do that.  But, I don’t scroll and scroll.  It’s not good on my eyes, my psyche, nor my wallet! I do follow Katie Van Slyke on Facebook. I just love watching those mini donkeys, goats, and all the other animals. I also don’t flinch when those poor mamas are giving birth! Oops, i guess I’m not taking a break from that. I’m also not taking a break from shopping…surprise, surprise!

Wrap It Up, Marsha!

I’m just a titch late with this but better late than never! Thank you to Amy for continuing this. I really do enjoy answering these questions. I hate being such a whiner, but I feel like we’re all friends here. So, can we talk? What kinds of trips are you planning? Is there an account on Facebook you love to watch? How do you handle purging your closet? Please leave me a comment or two, and we can talk. I promise to respond as quickly as I can.

Thank you!

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