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Welcome to the restart of my quelle surprise weblog. This spring has been all about new beginnings in nearly every part of my life, and giving a new life to my online presence seems like a good manifestation of that change. So here we go!
The thing I'm finding about new beginnings is that more than anything I am having these vivid memory flashes of what used to be, before it all went poo. I am remembering all sorts of moments from a time when I was enjoying my day to day life. Maybe that is because recently I'm getting some confidence back, some glow. Sitting at the laundrymat Sunday evening, reading a trashy novel at the end of a hot sunny day, I was temporarily struck by how fun it can be to sit outside reading a trashy novel at the end of a hot sunny day. Then I rememberd that laundrymats are from the devil and no one should ever have to wash clothes there ever. (Obviously, my thoughts on laundrymats don't really go with the lovey-dovey la la la of this entry. I will move on.) I also, for the first time in nearly a year and a half, have remembered why I enjoy outdoor activities. There is nothing like the feeling miles of dirt pass beneath some rugged sneakers and the hint of a sunburn on your shoulders and cheeks. It is like zen or something. Maybe my brain will start working properly, now that I can reset it's broken patterns during some lengthy walks. There is an old adage that goes something like life is what you make of it. Well, look out life, I'm making something new outta you.
I am so excited about this re-beginning! Hoorah!
I am also very excited about the re-beginning! Would you maybe like to come camping w/ me when you get back from the wedding in Mass. to add to your long walks and slight sunburns?
I'd love to, darling Leah.
