Sadie and I had planned some grand adventures in 2020. We
were well on our way as the year began.
Nothing, however, even sparked a glimpse of the possibility we
are faced with in our world today. I wake up on day 17 of ‘stay at home’ contemplating
the events that have grabbed our collective shirt ties and spun us into a ravishing
dervish of uncertainty. We are ensconced in the depths of the unknown.
The unknown, I am learning, is not to be feared. The
unknown can call forth a wide array of feelings and emotions. Fear, worry, sadness
and anxiety have all made visits. But I find I’m better able to lean into those
feelings as they arise. They don’t stay very long.
Hope, acceptance, and appreciation for all I have is most
often in charge.
We are all hunkered down in our respective homes and
communities, yet I sense and feel this collective spirit of cooperation. There
is a gentleness of care and concern as our awareness embraces the good of the
order. We stay home to help break the chain of possible infection for those
most vulnerable.
In our community we go outside in the evenings and howl at
8 pm, to show our appreciation for everyone on the front lines. That simple five-minute
show of solidarity brings me much comfort.
There are encouraging signs in windows, and sidewalks have
chalked messages of fun and inspiration.
It’s truly amazing what our world community can do, when we pull
together in ways we might never have imagined.
Spring continues to re-birth. The birds seem unbothered. I
have my window open a bit at night, and I enjoy hearing the chorus of song as
dawn approaches. Trees are blooming.
In our daily walks Sadie and I visit the sports field which
is mostly empty. It’s been nice to see the brown withered grass slowly recover
vibrant shades of green. Each blade seems to stretch up, sway softly in the
breeze, hopefully awaiting the tickle of little feet, when children can freely
run and laugh and play again.
Sadie lays her head on my lap and looks up at me with her
big brown eyes. I’m grateful for her company. Soon enough, we will be revisiting
our list of adventures for 2020. We will
do so with a much more tender awareness of what is truly important. Seeing
family and friends in person and giving real-time hugs. Appreciating this
beautiful life just a little bit more.
Be well friends. Until next time, live a great story.
Sadie and Sue
