"3WW" (Three Word Wednesday)

When tempers flared, the tension in the room was dreadful. That feeling when all the air has been sucked out, yet you still struggle to breathe;

These are usually the times when the decisions that are declared are hasty. The words, "NOW", "NEVER", WHO CARES?" are thrown about loosely;

And then the dust settles, silence is the order of the evening. Until the next inevitable episode, you both manage. To sustain.

"Three Word Wednesday" prompts: dreadful, hasty, sustain
Picture: me

NaBloPoMo, 10/09/13

"Lark or Owl"? ~ "The One Minute Writer"

I am definitely the Lark. I am a get up and get moving type of person. Morning is my favorite time of the day, preferably when the rest of the city sleeps. I love to take my coffee outside & listen to the sounds & message of the birds singing, crickets chirping, and the earth waking up. I breathe deeply and look toward the sky.

"I'm trying the One Minute Writer challenge. Writing steadily for one minute. I like this. I'm also about 5 days late on my "NaBlo", yet feeling no pressure. :-) In all honesty, I had forgotten about it, but it's not too late.

NaBloPoMo, 10/04/2013

 

Okay, let's see if I can be faithful to this challenge. NaBloPoMo (National Blog Posting Month) means you post everyday. This being October, the subject is Fall & basically all things "October." I'm coming in on the fourth day; I'm going to count my previous posts as inclusions. But, here goes:

Friday, October 4, 2013
Tell us about your favourite Halloween costume from childhood.

I don't think I ever had a fave. Back then, it was some strange costume that I was too big for & a goofy clown mask that made me sweat. And after a while, it smelled from my sweat & breath & trying to keep up with my older brothers who gave no mercy. It's the only costume I can remember.

Great.

NaBloPoMo prompt

Early Mornin' Rain

"Early Morning Rain" ~ Eva Cassidy. I didn't know who she was, until she died.

Garden Totem, created by a friend, via Pinterest

Red Grass; still giving off glowing love

I think this screams, "WELCOME, DAY!!!" :-)

"Washed clean"

Heavy Fall rains, yet my blooms stand strong. I'll let them show off for as long as they'll 'have me.' I love Fall, but I'm in no hurry to lose my batches of summer growth & color.

Quiet Signs Friday

When we were kids, we used to lean over the split-railed fence ...

... to steal "Mr Uckleberry's" prized rhubarb. We grabbed it by the root & munched, dirt & all...

... I could never understand why he got so pissed off until I became an adult with my own garden ...

5 Things Friday (early)

 

1) Government shut-down means no more traditional Cuyahoga Scenic Valley riding through our City. This was always a sure part of summer. Really? No train? In our tiny spot on the map?

No Polar Express for the kids @ Christmas?? Geez...

 

 

2) Also, no more "Wheels on Meals"? How are the elderly/disabled that counted on that food; how are they supposed to eat? I'm mad & concerned at the same time!!!

 

 

3) Son will have to have cataract surgery soon. I was surprised with him being so young! But the doctor told me there are BABIES that have the surgery! Could you imagine, on those tiny little eyes? Waahhh....

4) I've been buying pre-cut matting, mounting my pictures, and giving them away as gifts. Just when I get ALL hyped up about getting set up to sell, I shy back & think, 'oh, it's just another picture.' I'm not confident in it. To family, yes; to strangers; no. Mama needs some mojo!!! \0/ !!!

5) Lastly, Fall is upon us, yet my flowers & plants continue to give all they have until the end. I'm still enjoying sitting amongst the color on the porch/patio for coffee in the morning, and wine in the evening. My home needs MAJOR repairs, yet I'm trying to stay focused. A friend of mine is moving into a brand new, never lived in, 5 bedroom home in a new allotment. Blessings all around.

Time

One thing about time; you either feel you have too little of it, or too much of it.

When you're unemployed & watch everyone else leave to what it is they do for 8 hours, you have too much time;

When you're employed, or have a very busy social calendar, you have too little time;

I'm finding in this 'period of what the hell next?', I'm  had/am having:

• anytime
• sleep late time
• between time
• me time
• doubt time
• panic time
• insecure time
• depressed time
• beat me up time
• down time
• up time
• sad time
• tear time
• garden time
• reading time
• walking time
• photo walk time
• being-in-the moment time
•  peace time
• play time
• Bible study time
• Summer time

I'm ready to feel productive again. Hoping that it will be "soon time." :-)

Thankful Thursday

When I venture off the beaten path
My worries seem to shed
The way the shadows make a way
to which I should be lead

The magical sounds of 1,000 birds
Singing thanks for the gift of life
I raise my hands over my head
And send thanks, too, for on my path,
there is no strife

The crunchy golden leaves & sticks
comfort me underfoot
The way the sun highlights God's work
 Careful steps I put

If I had a choice, I would always be
off the beaten path
To clear my head, find my center
and be thankful for all I have.

Red Hot

I am short on words, but the Fall leaves sure bring to mind something very 'red hot.' :-)

Sunday Scribblings word prompt: "red hot"

Fall Comes ...

On my walk in the park near the house yesterday, I noticed that Fall is creeping in. Silently and beautifully. The striking color of change demanded my attention.  This morning, the neighborhood was filled with wood smoke of fire places. With the temperatures going down into the 40's at night, there is a need to add a little heat to knock the chill off.

What show??? (Random)

Random Question: What show from your childhood would you love to bring back?

I would DEFINITELY choose "Maude" with Bea Arthur. Mom and I used to watch it together when I was about 14/15 year; she let me stay up until it came on @ 11:30 ON A SCHOOL NIGHT! Not only was "Bea" cut-throat & hilarious, there were many 'adult' issues that were addressed (infidelity, abortion, sex). If I had questions, I asked. If mom knew the answers, she answered.  I was proud she thought I was mature enough to handle the issues. We did a lot of laughing together! Nice bonding over a TV show.