As I sit here trying to decide what to write about for the
next twenty minutes, I can hear the wind blowing with harsh demand outside my
living room window. Its call draws my
eyes upwards and away from the screen in order to see the trees bending and swaying
with great effort. I notice not only is
the wind seeking the attention of all, but the skies themselves have darken
with storm clouds, looking to once more release upon us mere mortals the fury
of nature. El Nino they call the weather
cycle this year, and yet I cannot help but wonder at Nature’s ever
temperamental behavior as it lashes against the structures of humanity. Who is the greater destructive force? Man or Nature?
The scent of Salted Caramel wafts towards me as I consider
my thoughts. I had only recently lit the
candle I bought two weeks ago from Yankee Candle Store in Crossgates Mall. Its scent brings to mind memories of fall and
reminds me it is almost time for that trip to the Carrot Barn for their famous
Carrot Cookies, not to mention Apple Picking at Altamont Orchards. Mmm… just the thought of Apples brings to
mind Apple Cider Donuts. I have to
admit, fall is definitely my favorite of the four seasons. So many scents and delicious goodies to be
found; it is like a treasure trove of treats!
Though I have to be careful this year with that Halloween Candy
Corn! Too much temptation there for my
diet!
I am sitting here typing as I think of all the things I am
looking forward to about the fall season.
I have my favorite deep red knitted blanket tucked about my legs; while
the couch pillows are piled about me.
Who says you cannot be comfortable in your environment! I love the tones of country. Soft moss greens, tans, and burgundies; these
colors can be found throughout my house, along with bookshelves filled with
books, both in my bedroom and living room.
Laughs, there is even books found in the bathroom, I just can’t seem to
help myself.
I did take a break from responding this morning to the
discussion pieces to attend Aqua Aerobics.
Honestly, I am glad I did. I
think it is important that I make a true effort to keep up my exercising,
especially through the semester. It will
help me with the stress and the anxiety levels.
My neurologist agreed with me. I
am less likely to have a seizure if I keep my stress levels down a notch. He is a big supporter of me continue with
Aqua and Yoga classes, though I have yet to try working on the machines. I think I am a bit leery about that next
step. Perhaps next spring I will be
ready for that step. One small step for
Shannon at a time!
As I bring this free-write to a close I can’t help but
wonder what the semester is going to bring.
I feel a well of excitement and a small dose of anxiety lifting and
fluttering about in my stomach. The
classic butterflies, as one is want to describe them. Whatever happens this semester, the one thing
I can be sure of is that I will be changed.
I can already feel that happening.
Time’s up… the beeper goes off.
Once more back to reality…
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