Oh, I have been so excited for the past few days! There are so many exciting things going on these days, and I am so grateful for them.
The Weekend
Last weekend, my husband and I painted our space, and I have to say, it looks so nice and fresh now. (No I didn’t paint much myself, I found it hard on my arms… :)) I enjoy how the new colours brighten up the room and create a more inviting atmosphere. I am proud of the work we did together, and I love how it looks.
Every time I walk into the room, I smile at how much of a difference it makes. I appreciate the effort we both put in, and I’m excited to spend more time in our beautifully transformed space. I am still putting all the knickknacks back on the shelves and pictures on the walls. I have so many, including a couple of paintings by a local artist, Cara Kinsela, that my son ordered for me a few years ago. You can have a look at her work here: carakansalaArtist
I tell ya, the price of paint is a bit much but it was worth it!
Monday, January 20, 2025
When I went out on Monday to run some errands, I noticed how heavy the shopping bags were becoming and I threw out my left knee once again. It is getting hard for me to carry any kind of weight.
Once I got home, I had to admit to myself that it was getting increasingly challenging for me to carry these bags full of items. I felt the strain on my arms, shoulders and legs, especially when I had to lift them on and off the buses. Each time I hoisted a bag up, I realized how physically demanding it had become. After discussing it with my hubby, we found some solutions.
I acknowledged that this was a sign that I might need to rethink how I approach my errands in the future, perhaps opting for smaller bags or taking the shopping cart I have. It was a humbling moment for me, as I recognized my limits and the need to adapt to my changing circumstances. The spinal stenosis and terrible arthritic legs are getting in the way…
My Days
I have spent the week taking my time putting our space back in order and resting. I have to admit I am so very grateful I can relax and not feel any pressure on myself to “get things done”. It takes as long as it takes… I find I watch a lot of YouTube these days, with Hope cuddled in my lap…It is a beautiful way to spend my day!
I discovered some truly exhilarating news yesterday—859kennedyroad.com is officially GONE! Can you believe it? Another smearing website has been taken down, and I couldn’t be more thrilled! It feels amazing to witness one more site bite the dust. This particular site was the very first one they created back in November 2017, and seeing it disappear brings me such joy! I even did a little happy dance, knee troubles and all!
Now, out of the seven sites they once created, only two remain: davidstrashin.com, which is empty, and stellareddy.com, which hasn’t seen any updates since August 2024. I’m optimistic that these last two sites will fade away by April 2025. I can be patient while I wait for that day to arrive!
Reflecting on the past year, I’ve come to embrace the idea that everything eventually comes to an end. While some situations may take longer to resolve—like these pesky websites that have lingered for eight years—the resolution does come. I’ve learned that all it takes is a bit of patience, resilience, and determination to see it through to the finish line. I feel like I’ve cultivated a greater sense of patience within myself these days.
No matter what life throws at us, whether good or bad, everything is temporary. Change is a constant companion, and I’m learning to welcome it with an open heart and mind. I spent so long feeling stuck, but now I celebrate the signs of change. There is so much in life to be thankful for!
Yes, my life is very boring but it is also very peaceful. I love it that way these days! I find “boring” is better than “traumatic” any day!
What about you? Do you enjoy a “boring” life?