an initial source of inspiration
Highlights: Scottie had what we're calling his "3rd episode". The time change hit, and they woke to their biological clock. Scottie was showing signs of having another seizure – trembling, staring and stumbling. It was a rough start, and we settled into the living room to coddle and keep an eye on him. Our plans to visit Lauren were at risk, so we informed her. After a few hours, he began to improve, eating and walking more easily. A short outdoor walk seemed to validate that he was 'back' for now, so we went ahead with an abbreviated version of our plans to visit Lauren. We just went up for Lunch. It was, as always, wonderful to see her, to be back in Midtown, and to walk about the 'old haunts' a bit: 15L, the rose garden, GOBM, 1821, Old Soul. And, of course, visiting with Lauren, who continually impresses us both with her character and insights. The drive up was clear, but the return had some traffic, and for some odd reason, my lower back was aching. I can think of no apparent reason beyond possibly pushing too hard on the elliptical, but that's just speculation. Back home, my focus on embracing a more Buddhist perspective came into play with a situation where Tommy did a few things that felt passive-aggressive in nature, but I simply navigated the circumstances calmly and avoided getting into an argument. I am striving to recognize this whole dynamic as a test of my abilities to walk the talk while standing firm on principle and expectations.
Highlights: Scottie had what we're calling his "3rd episode". The time change hit, and they woke to their biological clock. Scottie was showing signs of having another seizure – trembling, staring and stumbling. It was a rough start, and we settled into the living room to coddle and keep an eye on him. Our plans to visit Lauren were at risk, so we informed her. After a few hours, he began to improve, eating and walking more easily. A short outdoor walk seemed to validate that he was 'back' for now, so we went ahead with an abbreviated version of our plans to visit Lauren. We just went up for Lunch. It was, as always, wonderful to see her, to be back in Midtown, and to walk about the 'old haunts' a bit: 15L, the rose garden, GOBM, 1821, Old Soul. And, of course, visiting with Lauren, who continually impresses us both with her character and insights. The drive up was clear, but the return had some traffic, and for some odd reason, my lower back was aching. I can think of no apparent reason beyond possibly pushing too hard on the elliptical, but that's just speculation. Back home, my focus on embracing a more Buddhist perspective came into play with a situation where Tommy did a few things that felt passive-aggressive in nature, but I simply navigated the circumstances calmly and avoided getting into an argument. I am striving to recognize this whole dynamic as a test of my abilities to walk the talk while standing firm on principle and expectations.
Insights: Living up to your own moral code means there's no need for rationalizations or justifications.
⚖️182.8(0) ❤️60(58-109) π£ 10,643/4.8mi
⚖️182.8(0) ❤️60(58-109) π£ 10,643/4.8mi