Those hidden spaces on our bodies that work so hard and are shaded from view. I am not going to draw a picture for you – you know what I mean. Your tired body deserves a thank you! For getting you this far. All of you who are working away doing essential stuff that no-one even sees, deserve a cosmic thank you. You know who you are.
Be kind to yourself. Your kindness to others does not go unnoticed. Not by The Fellowship! We see you.
So, speak up if you need comfort, we are here in the Lounge of Comments. And comfort is allowed, you know.
How are your feet? I particularly love insteps. That lovely curve. As you know I grew up on a beach – barefoot – which I think seared the plump bottoms of my feet into durable soles. Funny how our physical childhoods influence our adulthood. (Well – probably not funny really). I seldom wore shoes as a kid. I ran that beach all the time, clambering over rocks and spinning shells at boys . And I still move like a wild leggy child – at least in my head I do!!
I totally believe that if you run really fast you won’t feel the sharpness of the stones. We are lighter when we are faster.
But lately – at least in the last week or so it has been all driving in the car. Lots of tiny trips as I dash between the farm and the house in town. My feet have become heavy these last few days and I feel every nuance in the landscape. And it is not sustainable. This driving all the time.
One key member of The Matriarchs team had to go back to work (harvest) and a pivotal key member is still away, this period will be hard but things will get better. Our John and I pass like ships in the night, trading information at speed as we race to finish each day. But not to worry! Help is on the way.
I desperately need to get the White Chickens out into the daylight but building the panels was put on the back burner and it is a two man (person) job. So maybe we can get to that this Sunday.
And I have a short story in my head banging around to be written down and I am frantic for the time to get it out.
But enough of me!
Have a lovely day all of you my friends.
Don’t give up – this joyous multi faceted, sparkly life will change again, so keep your sun-glasses and a spare pair of knickers handy just in case a change comes barrelling down the pike; and you and I need to make a run towards it! And run we will! Lightly.
OK?
Now Go. Have a great day.
Celi
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19 responses to “Armpits and Insteps”
I love your prairie pictures. They make me homesick, as I’m sure beach pictures do for you. I hope things get better soon and you can do the chores you need to do on the farm.
Life seems to be very hectic for you at the moment, as if it’s not hectic enough when times are “normal”!! I do hope it all calms down soon and you will be back to just as normal as it gets for you.x
Many moments in my life of simply doing what must be done until the break comes and life eases. Oh how I wish I lived closer. I would rub Wai with zinc and bumble through minding the chicks as best I could, and do not tell, but I would even allow Boo up on the study couch and curl up beside him 😉
I love driving into towns where there are huge grain bins ready to ship grain to the world. Great photo!
I was out walking with a rabble of MIL’s great grandchildren.
Down at the Crossroads!
Your lead picture didn’t load in my email today, which is unusual, but it’s probably just a temporary issue with WP or Gmail.
We have discovered that the theme I am using has actually been retired- which may account for inconsistencies. It is no longer supported. LOUD Sigh!
I saw a similar thing today from a different blog, so it’s not you 😉
The cold is coming, and I seem to feel it more this year than last. A bit of frost on the ground this morning. Time to make fat balls for the birds. A very good day to you, c.
As we know, this too will pass, eventually. Do remember in all this hectic rushing time to look after yourself first. Otherwise, you will be house to anyone,
so inspirational, thank you! I’m also a barefoot person, until my doc told me that I have to wear at least supportive sandals due to plantar fasciitis, so now I’m sandals until snow season)
Sandals work!!
Oh what a super post … just what I needed. Yes run lightly ..and don’t give up! Love your photos Celi ..
Thank you Julie! We have been reading each others blogs for so many years now!
We sure have 😊
Maybe one day. We could meet on your beautiful beach. Life is funny that way.
Ah that sure would be a special day! Hugs x
I wish I could run around barefoot. It’s quite acceptable here, and some people even do it in the supermarket. If you think about it, the soles of feet can be no dirtier than the soles of shoes… Anyway, I can’t because of the risk of damage; I have post-chemo AND diabetic neuropathy and there are great patches of foot I can’t feel any longer. Too risky. Only on the grass or in the house. I hope you’ll be able to stop living at a sprint soon, and can anchor yourself to the earth again. Best wishes to the Matriarch.
In New Zealand also. I am unusual here because I wear my jandals as long as I can then jump to my converse for a few months. I go on my walks in gumboots. John won’t walk me with me – I embarrass him: