simply

remember when we were kids? summer days stretched endless and if there wasn't something to do all throughout the day, choruses of "i'm booooored" brought suggestions from our moms that just didn't cut it. we didn't have electronic devices or iPods, but we had the then equivalent - card games, board games, transister radios, and BOYS. where were the cutest ones? were they outside in the street, on their skateboards? hanging out? sitting on the curb? we were always painfully aware of where they were at all times. what were they saying? (was it about us?) what were we wearing? (did they notice?) were there other girls around? (they need to pay full attention to US!) then they disappeared into their homes and we deflated. until tomorrow.

present day: the pleasures are much simpler and less adrenoline-charged. at least for me. luckily life has settled into a satisying rhythm. lazy sunday mornings are my favorite. nothing calling, nothing pressing. sitting outside on a warm day with birds singing in the trees, dogs sunning themselves nearby, quiet, peace. if a friend calls and we meet, we're in seach of a tranquil setting, a tasty meal or a movie with a few laughs and a happy ending.

that i can call my dogs over and they give me that completely satisfied doggy face, that i can look up and see a clear blue sky, that i can breathe a long sigh and know my loved ones are safe and healthy, that i can walk in and plant a warm kiss on my husband's cheek, i am very, very grateful.

personal satisfaction bears no resmeblence to that of years ago. excitement?? don't need it, thank you. wishing you peace on this st. valentines day.