Redirection Road

Zen Kitchen Window

OMG, where to start…..

The craziness of moving, getting things set up and organized is such a crazy experience. Changing addresses, billings, companies and utilities takes so much time and, I am sure, I have missed some companies. It just takes so much to get settled into a new home. I have the joy of getting to do this again in less than a year. Clappy…clappy…..(eye rolling emoji goes here!)

So, I actually have got a bit settled and it feels more like a home here. I have a nice kitchen, dining room with table, living room and bedroom. Most of my things are still wrapped and packed, but I have unpacked my clothes and purchased a table to work on. It is comfy here and I think I have some room to catch my breath.

Now that I have settled and stopped for a bit, I had a chance to have an anxiety breakdown. I have been so busy for the last three years on my predicament that I have not had time to have a break down. Well, I am in it!!! All things in their own time. At least I can recognize that I am transitioning….lol. Things are moving forward and I am getting things settled. Fortunes wheel (which has been crushing the shit out of me!) is finally starting to turn…. Mostly, I look in the mirror and don’t know who this crazy person is. I tend to babble a bit and get lost in strange ideas. I opened a box that had two of the books I typically keep on my desk to read every day (Marcus Aurelius “Meditations” and Lao Tzu ” Tao Te Ching”). Stopping for a minute out of my insanity I opened the “Tao Te Ching” and read this:

Verse 44

One’s own reputation–why the fuss?
One’s own wealth–why the concern?
I say, what you gain
is more trouble than what you lose

Love is the fruit of sacrifice
Wealth is the fruit of generosity

Be content,
rest in your own fullness–
You will not suffer from loss
You’ll avoid the snare of this world
You’ll have long life and endless blessings

I translated this as stop stressing about money and things you can’t control and you will be healthier and live a more fulfilled and longer life. It actually made me feel better, that and I went and meditated for 20 minutes. Sometimes we get lost in the thick of things and it is hard to get out of it without a clear view. That is why I keep these two books on my desk to always remind me life is about living now. Remember to keep things in perspective. I was getting a bit on the edge, or over it, with all the things going wrong. It is just life and you have to learn to roll with it. I am working on this. I do feel more balanced today and better overall. Any time you go through major changes in life, it throws off your equilibrium and you have to find center again.

So, thanks to everyone who has been patient with all my nuttiness and rambling about…..I am in a work in progress.

Here is a serene and Zen moment for you……the stream behind my house.

AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

I just watched that and it feels like one of those horror videos. That ominous sound in the background is actually a place flying over. The cut on that is perfect for some horror action going on….hehehehehe. Who knew?! Enjoy….

Here are some creek pictures. Typically, this is where I walk Circe since she has become the hound of the Baskerville, snarling doggie. She is not getting good vibes with the local doggies so we take many of our walks down along the creek bed.

Circe’s News

Circe has been adapting nicely after her initial freak out and day of shaking and cowering….. I did feel bad about all that, but there is nothing for it. One must move as one must. Since then, Circe has adjusted nicely and loves the new digs. She is a doggy again, running about, nipping me in the butt, barking and getting the zoomies. She spotted a rabbit the other night when we were out at dusk and dragged me about the front till I could get control. I am sure my neighbors (if they were looking) got a big hoot about that. I was in my jammies and Crocks when the pud ramped up and shot across the yard on the hunt.

I found out from my cousin that that weird tree here is called the Strangler Fig, i.e., Fiscus altissima.

This tree has the craziest branches, they actually look like vines, but they are branches that hang and drape everywhere. I can’t wait to see what they look like when they bloom. I will keep you updated.

New news is that I am working on a new project. I have listed a whole group of images for a new project. I am working on getting my gear ready and my system up and running. I am excited about having a new project. I will post updates on this when I have something worth talking about. These things take time, so be patient.

I am planning a trip to Fredicksburg soon and will make some videos. I have not been there yet and am excited as it is the closest city to me. I will try ad get more pictures of the lake also, Unfortunately, most of it is accessible only if you are on the lake. I may have an in for a canoe, but will wait for summer to explore canoeing on the lake.

Opps….added content

I forgot to add my snow storm. It was so much fun. It started snowing like crazy two weeks ago. This was big chunks of snow falling. It was so pretty and I had a fire going at the time. It snowed for 24 hours, but it was about 33 degrees so nothing stayed on the ground. Still, it was beautiful and nice with the cozy fire. Add to that some hot cocoa with peppermint schnapps and you are all set.

Also, I wanted to make mention of the Spotify link at the top of this post. I have added a podcast to this blog for extra content and will be posting a link to each post with new content not in the blog.

I will end on a calming note and zen doggie moment.

Downward Facing Dog (this is a yoga position for those who don’t do yoga)
….does this not just crack you up?!