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It sounds like she created her big and grand life
grand adventures gives purpose and value to downtime.
when downtime becomes the norm, grand adventures can help bring back purpose.
I’m in this photo and I like it.
Young me: education! Work hard! Plan ahead! Prepare for the future!
Old me:
- sits down
- says “Here fishies!”
- throws koi food
- puffs weed vape
- adjusts wide-brimmed fishing hat
- stares at fish, stares at trees, repeat
- mental tranquility intensifies
Children don’t know about backpain and IBS.
And the persistent tiredness.
“It is no bad thing to celebrate a simple life.” Bilbo Baggins The Lord of the Rings
https://bittersoutherner.com/feature/2023/obituary-for-a-quiet-life
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That was beautiful. Thank you for sharing that!