Another Saturday Nite

It's interesting, when i get the urge to write. Lately, I haven't written much - at least not this week.

The thing I wanted to share, though, was that Max learned to dive today. He's been trying for a number of years to get it right, but yesterday and today - he really got it. I was very happy for him. He persevered. Sam, on the other hand, has been able to dive for a couple of years. It is one of the few things that Sam could do before Max. Max usually outshines his brother - possibly because he is 2 1/2 years older, but also because Max is a good athlete. Sam also knows how to whistle...and I don't think Max can do that yet.

I have a new project. And I feel inspired a bit. We have been redecorating Sam's room for the past few months - and we got to a stopping point awhile back, but now we are back into it. I retrieved an old dresser (used to be one of my brother's), and am sanding it down and am going to repaint it for Sam's room. The dresser he has now is for a child - and he's grown away from that.

Right now, I am in the process of sanding the current paint off - or at least the shiny finish. Then, I will paint a coat of Kilz, and then paint it black - the requested color. Then, I will attempt to paint a dragon onto the dresser. Yep, a new artistic pursuit. This will be practice for a few more pieces that are coming my way. The next project is an Adirondack chair and ottoman - and then after that, if I am still inspired, a crib and dresser that will go to a new home together.

Saturday Nite Special

Wow, there's some free time tonight, and i guess i haven't posted in a pretty long time. Things have been shifting about lately, and i've found myself in an interesting flux of emotions. Since the kids are with their dad, it makes sense that the universe would provide an opportunity for personal growth.

I sure didn't plan it this time. Last year, i went traveling to find all sorts of opportunities for personal growth. This year, funds were low and i have to work...so the opportunity came knocking at the door. Literally.

It's interesting to mix the spiritual with the physical. No telling what will show up and happen. Relationships, to me, are the biggest challenge. Especially intimate ones when there is so much other "stuff" in my (and other's) lives. How does it all fit together? The best information i've come up with is through my personal writing. Be myself. Respect others being themselves, communicate truthfully, surrender as completely as possible, and perhaps the best outcome will present itself with the least amount of discomfort. Easy to hear and read, although direct experience is where the fire meets the forge.

Thar She Blows!