I so get you Lindsey. My early years were plagued by self-doubt but as I’ve got older, I’m more willing and able to do what I want when I want to. Growing emotionally, is being able to say no which is acceptable and I feel it also helps me manage any stress and setbacks. Love your content including your poetry dear Lindsey!!!! 😘🙏❤️
I am actually finding many benefits of ageing Meryl, I know it’s not all great but I have definitely grown in my ability to do more of what I want and say more of what I mean, rather than saying what other people want to hear. Let’s embrace it, Meryl, I wish I had this wisdom years ago - it’s our turn! 😘
I’m with you on how good growing is for us whether nurturing a seed or reading something we didn’t know, I guess learning comes into it too. When we lost Luke I threw myself into the garden creating new spaces, getting a greenhouse it helped me so much mainly to lose myself in the process of creating something that gave me joy at a very dark time. I’d always gardened but this was different. I also made quilts I made one for Luke even though he wasn’t physically with me. The colours and choices again helped me lose myself from the grief and trauma for a while.
Your poem is beautiful and sad and a way of responding to the horror of war. I hope you do what feels right for you, I’ll still be here
I can't imagine what you went through Liz, but glad you found a way to help you cope with your grief, gardening can be very therapeutic for all types of trauma, I am sure it has helped a lot of people get through the worst of times. Do you write about Luke? I am finding jotting things down very cathartic and I am wondering if that's why I am enjoying poetry so much, it's allowing me to get things I have never spoken about off my chest. I honestly can understand why you made a quilt for him, I think that is such a beautiful thing to do. And thank you for your kindness, Liz, you are a wonderful human being. x
Aww thank you Lindsey your reply bought a tear to my eye. I’ve just spent the day with an old friend who told me I write well and that I should write stuff down. I’ve bought plenty of fancy writing journals over the years but haven’t managed it yet but I find myself thinking about writing especially as I enjoy yours so much I’m finding it inspiring. I think I’ll get myself a regular school exercise book and take it from there, nothing fancy and see where it takes me. Xx
That sounds like a brilliant idea Liz - over the years I have bought so many lovely sketch books and note pads that sit there empty because they look too nice to use and I don’t want to muck them up! The ones I find I use most are the really cheap reporter style notebooks, but whatever works for you. I am so glad you’ve been thinking about writing though, you never know where it will take you, Liz, even if you just do it for yourself, you may surprise yourself. Lots of love. x
I am immensely grateful for your comment, Juliet, thank you so much for the encouragement, it is very, very much appreciated. Hopefully I will stop worrying so much whether people like it or not, I am sure it will get easier over time. Thank you again, it means a lot. x
Being in Nature has become an important part of my daily ritural. The feathered and the furry. The blue jays demanding nuts; I comply. The crows observing from above. The sparrows flocking together and finding the seeds
I love watching the squirrels scamper around for nuts; they are such joyous creatures, grateful for every nut they find. Sometimes, Mr. Skunk shows up, a very timid creature, and so beautiful.
I am also partial to a grey cat that has found me and with whom I have taken an interest.
He approaches with such a pitiful mew. I can't but be moved by him. So, he has been added to the ones I feel responsible for. I take great joy in this responsibility.
This is wonderful Perry, I really cannot imagine a life without seeing the birds everyday, they really do fill up your soul with joy. I have squirrels too, a lot of people consider them pests but they are very entertaining to watch, I try not think about them taking birds eggs or at least remind myself that everything has to eat. Lately there has been a small herd of deer in the field opposite the house, another joy but oh to see a skunk, Perry, I would love that. I hope your grey cat keeps visiting (although I hope he’s not on a recce for birds!). Thank you for your lovely comment.
Lindsey, I like this topic “grow” no matter how old we get to. I like that definition of “earthy mother”. You have a big heart to give. When I read the earthy mother, it reminds me of my endearing mother. The nurturing, the unlimited love giving, the spiritual soul are definitely what I missed her the most. I told myself repeatedly, after she was gone, I am reborn, and will keep growing. So, thank you, i am virtually giving you a big hug. 🤗
I so get you Lindsey. My early years were plagued by self-doubt but as I’ve got older, I’m more willing and able to do what I want when I want to. Growing emotionally, is being able to say no which is acceptable and I feel it also helps me manage any stress and setbacks. Love your content including your poetry dear Lindsey!!!! 😘🙏❤️
I am actually finding many benefits of ageing Meryl, I know it’s not all great but I have definitely grown in my ability to do more of what I want and say more of what I mean, rather than saying what other people want to hear. Let’s embrace it, Meryl, I wish I had this wisdom years ago - it’s our turn! 😘
Hi Lindsay
I’m with you on how good growing is for us whether nurturing a seed or reading something we didn’t know, I guess learning comes into it too. When we lost Luke I threw myself into the garden creating new spaces, getting a greenhouse it helped me so much mainly to lose myself in the process of creating something that gave me joy at a very dark time. I’d always gardened but this was different. I also made quilts I made one for Luke even though he wasn’t physically with me. The colours and choices again helped me lose myself from the grief and trauma for a while.
Your poem is beautiful and sad and a way of responding to the horror of war. I hope you do what feels right for you, I’ll still be here
Liz xxx
I can't imagine what you went through Liz, but glad you found a way to help you cope with your grief, gardening can be very therapeutic for all types of trauma, I am sure it has helped a lot of people get through the worst of times. Do you write about Luke? I am finding jotting things down very cathartic and I am wondering if that's why I am enjoying poetry so much, it's allowing me to get things I have never spoken about off my chest. I honestly can understand why you made a quilt for him, I think that is such a beautiful thing to do. And thank you for your kindness, Liz, you are a wonderful human being. x
Aww thank you Lindsey your reply bought a tear to my eye. I’ve just spent the day with an old friend who told me I write well and that I should write stuff down. I’ve bought plenty of fancy writing journals over the years but haven’t managed it yet but I find myself thinking about writing especially as I enjoy yours so much I’m finding it inspiring. I think I’ll get myself a regular school exercise book and take it from there, nothing fancy and see where it takes me. Xx
That sounds like a brilliant idea Liz - over the years I have bought so many lovely sketch books and note pads that sit there empty because they look too nice to use and I don’t want to muck them up! The ones I find I use most are the really cheap reporter style notebooks, but whatever works for you. I am so glad you’ve been thinking about writing though, you never know where it will take you, Liz, even if you just do it for yourself, you may surprise yourself. Lots of love. x
Thanks Lindsey xx
What a beautiful, moving poem, your poetry is definitely worth sharing. I hope to read more in the future.
I teach creative writing classes for beginners, and often people don't want to share their work at the start, but once they do, they never regret it.
I am immensely grateful for your comment, Juliet, thank you so much for the encouragement, it is very, very much appreciated. Hopefully I will stop worrying so much whether people like it or not, I am sure it will get easier over time. Thank you again, it means a lot. x
Being in Nature has become an important part of my daily ritural. The feathered and the furry. The blue jays demanding nuts; I comply. The crows observing from above. The sparrows flocking together and finding the seeds
I love watching the squirrels scamper around for nuts; they are such joyous creatures, grateful for every nut they find. Sometimes, Mr. Skunk shows up, a very timid creature, and so beautiful.
I am also partial to a grey cat that has found me and with whom I have taken an interest.
He approaches with such a pitiful mew. I can't but be moved by him. So, he has been added to the ones I feel responsible for. I take great joy in this responsibility.
This is wonderful Perry, I really cannot imagine a life without seeing the birds everyday, they really do fill up your soul with joy. I have squirrels too, a lot of people consider them pests but they are very entertaining to watch, I try not think about them taking birds eggs or at least remind myself that everything has to eat. Lately there has been a small herd of deer in the field opposite the house, another joy but oh to see a skunk, Perry, I would love that. I hope your grey cat keeps visiting (although I hope he’s not on a recce for birds!). Thank you for your lovely comment.
Love what I’ve read of your poems ……
Oh that’s very kind of you Shirley, thank you for your encouragement and support, it is very much appreciated. x
Lindsey, I like this topic “grow” no matter how old we get to. I like that definition of “earthy mother”. You have a big heart to give. When I read the earthy mother, it reminds me of my endearing mother. The nurturing, the unlimited love giving, the spiritual soul are definitely what I missed her the most. I told myself repeatedly, after she was gone, I am reborn, and will keep growing. So, thank you, i am virtually giving you a big hug. 🤗