As if to show me who is boss,this morning August unleashed the dogs, sent them headed for the thermometer and we are about to have days of O my gosh heat!
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
THERE'S SOMETHING ABOUT AUGUST!
As the rest of the country suffered through floods, hurricanes, tornadoes and draught, here in St. Louis, the weather had been delightful. Since the middle of the month, life slowed to a lazy pace. Breezes have been gentle and the temperature stayed out of the 100 degree zone.
The annoying sound of Springtime Cicadas had been replaced by the steady hum of crickets. Clear blue skies with billowing clouds became a canvass for our imaginations and probably a sailor's delight.
In the park, evenings provided an array of color at each sunset. Bicyclists and joggers passed people strolling and no one seemed in a hurry. There is something luxurious, yet unpredictable about August as she prepares for the coming of September. If only she would not unleash her dog days and frightening storms to remind us she is about to leave and go quietly and, dare I say, lady like?
The annoying sound of Springtime Cicadas had been replaced by the steady hum of crickets. Clear blue skies with billowing clouds became a canvass for our imaginations and probably a sailor's delight.
In the park, evenings provided an array of color at each sunset. Bicyclists and joggers passed people strolling and no one seemed in a hurry. There is something luxurious, yet unpredictable about August as she prepares for the coming of September. If only she would not unleash her dog days and frightening storms to remind us she is about to leave and go quietly and, dare I say, lady like?
Sunday, August 28, 2011
WHAT'S IT ALL ABOUT?
I attended three celebrations in August, each held in a different venue at a time of national unease and natural disasters. Yet, there was a sense of joy in each.
A 70th birthday was marked in a country club in Florida where participants were taught the Belly Dance. Here in St. Louis, sixty years of marriage was celebrated in a modest home with old and new friends overflowing the space. The third was held in a synagogue packed to capacity to honor a couple still vibrant after 65 years of married life. The "groom" with his "bride" at his side, was asked to provide words of wisdom about married life. He smiled and replied in front of children, grandchildren and hundreds of friends, "Well, it wasn't easy!"
His answer reminded me that the roads we take are not always easy to navigate. But family and friends, along with a sense of humor, help us get over rough parts so that we are able to look at life truthfully, while appreciating moments of joy. Maybe that is what it is all about!
A 70th birthday was marked in a country club in Florida where participants were taught the Belly Dance. Here in St. Louis, sixty years of marriage was celebrated in a modest home with old and new friends overflowing the space. The third was held in a synagogue packed to capacity to honor a couple still vibrant after 65 years of married life. The "groom" with his "bride" at his side, was asked to provide words of wisdom about married life. He smiled and replied in front of children, grandchildren and hundreds of friends, "Well, it wasn't easy!"
His answer reminded me that the roads we take are not always easy to navigate. But family and friends, along with a sense of humor, help us get over rough parts so that we are able to look at life truthfully, while appreciating moments of joy. Maybe that is what it is all about!
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