June 13, 2003
Mother Nature and Father Time
Today is a beautiful day, and I have, so far, taken advantage of it only by riding my motorcycle to work this morning. The weather man says it's supposed to be 80 and sunny today, tomorrow, and, well, for the next few days. So I should not be thinking of playing hookey, should I?
Well, I've been acutely aware of the weather and the passing time recently (still waiting for the baby!) mainly watching in amazement as the roses bloom in our backyard and the newly planted grass grows where the tall pine trees used to stand. Watching the grass grow? No, not really, but it's amazing how much patience I am acquiring by "working the soil" a little bit.
I've always loved working outdoors, especially when it comes to landscaping or running a chainsaw. But this is different somehow, and I'm glad for it. As a web developer/editor/project manager, everything seems to be now!now!now! and I've let that seep into every part of my life.
Hang on, you say, don't get all "positive affirmation on me." Naw, it's just me telling myself to slow down a little bit. Remember to stop and smell the roses. Take time to feel the grass between my toes. Stop simply noticing and start enjoying.
I'm working on it.
Posted by MEK at June 13, 2003 11:24 AM