I wanted a simple life.
Peaceful solitude, - - leaving complications behind. I felt an enormous sigh of relief in the bosom of Mother Nature. I left the chaotic world and never missed it. My cats and books and music. Walks through my back yard forest which beckoned me, and I gave no resistance to the temptation.The neighboring cattle. White tail deer. Wild turkeys. Hawks effortlessly soaring almost touching the heavens.
In the morning, when I awake, the soothingly plaintive coo-coo of the mourning dove - - who settled somewhere near the window.
I savor this passing dream, that tauntingly remembers me within distant echoes.
Jon, with love
I cherish your comments. Thank you.
Unfortunately, I've chosen not to give medical updates. Right now, I'm immersed in a serious and difficult physical impairment, which I don't want to reveal. Later, I will.
Beautiful post. I think it helps to take your mind to that place.
ReplyDeleteIt does help. The soothing solitude relaxes me, even in my thoughts.
DeleteNature in all of her glory. Hold on to those thoughts and images, and travel to your little piece of paradise daily. Your music is both moving and soul stirring, thoughts and prayers are with you dear friend.
ReplyDeleteThose thoughts and images always sustain me. I'm so glad you mentioned the music. I love those two pieces.
DeleteI need prayers, Jo. Thanks.
Good morning Jon. I'm having wonderful dreams too. It's all a preview of what is waiting for us in Heaven.
ReplyDeleteThere is a heaven waiting for us. You will see Bill, your mother, your pets dogs. Something to look forward to.
DeleteThe peace which surpasses all understanding! ❤️
ReplyDeleteThat's a beautiful thought, Myra. Thanks!
DeleteSuch a hard time but you still have the spirit to imagine better places and times. You're a star, Jon.
ReplyDeleteI hope I'm not a falling star, but I'll try to be a shooting star. Thank you, Liz.
DeleteI’m glad you had a chance to experience it, at least. ❤️
ReplyDeleteMy video is rather long, but it evokes fond memories.
DeleteIf dreams were only a reality, things would be so much better for you, Jon. Keeping you in my thoughts and sorry to read about this latest downturn.
ReplyDeleteWhen you keep me in your thoughts, it's better dreams. Thanks, Dorothy.
DeletePrayers of peace I pray for you.. hugs Louise
ReplyDeletePrayers of peace - - that's beautiful. Thanks, Louise.
DeleteHugs.
Jon,
ReplyDeleteAs you know I don't appreciate poetry the way perhaps I should but I do love prose. You write beautiful prose. Thank you for sharing. I too am having increasing difficulties but not at your level (yet, I hope!). I too fondly remember more prosaic times and I am comforted that one day I will enter Heaven and have eternal peace and happiness. We're just here on earth to learn and grow. The good and the bad, all a learning experience to lift us to a higher level. Always wishing the best for you Jon.
Ron
"We're here on earth to learn and grow". That's an apt and beautiful sentiment, Ron. Right now, every day is a struggle, but I'm trying to win the battle.
DeleteI always thought how ironic it was that Mother Nature is both cruel and kind all at the same time. I grew up in a very rural part of Berks County, PA and it is something I will always be glad that I had the chance to do so - power outages and all.
ReplyDeleteI DO apologize for being absent for a bit, life is a rat race indeed! I am still here and thinking about you, my friend!
Mother Nature is soothing and loving - - a source of escape from this chaotic world.
DeleteLife is indeed a rat race. Every day is a challenge.
Take care.
Nature is very Healing, I hope you can get back to it at Home once you recover sufficiently to be sprung from Rehab.
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