WALKING

Hotter again yesterday.

I went walking in the forest with dad instead of going visiting.  It would be too hot and I think people would just be resting as I am happy to do.  Every time we go in the forest we see new interesting things.  Dad is also showing me how to use a walking stick the right way.  He does it very well but has been having more practice than I have.

We sat on a big very round rock on top of a cliff, where right below us the stream was gently flowing.

It was very quiet and the only movement was a leave or two falling down from a high tree.  The shade was welcoming and just being out of the hot sun so much better.

I made a big salad when we got home (not as big as Panatellas nor as fancy as Kim's) for dad who was reaching for his cookies and saying he is not hungry.  Armed with iced tea and books we headed out to the lovely little shade deck.

Not very exciting you may think but if I think of each day as a gift of time that we get to be with one another, then it is a blessing.  We are now free of many of our previous responsibilities and have time to be aware of our own emotional and physical needs.  Through many trials and tribulations we have learned to adapt and sometimes even compromise.  We are equals.  Yes, there are still moments of frustration,  misunderstandings but we have more patience with each other.  A sense of humor helps as dad helps me over the log I tripped over last time.

Some things we will never agree on and that is okay because the love of our family is the most important thing in both our lives. 

Getting over getting older helps and I am thankful for what we have now!