Well, it turns out I didn’t take many pictures this weekend. It was a weekend of work. Lots of priming and painting of kitchen cabinets while wrangling kids, lots of writing and teaching prep and presentation prep for Andrew. It doesn’t feel like we had much of a weekend, actually. But there are lots of things we wanted to accomplish before June, and June is just on the horizon, so work it is!
Work, and family shifts. Andrew’s grandmother passed away this weekend. She was in her mid 90’s, and it was expected. But still, a shift and the recognition of the delicacy of life, how fast it really goes, led me to put down the paint brush yesterday despite personal deadlines and wishes to move forward on the project. I spent the afternoon reflecting on life and family and really looked at my kids and how much they have grown over the past year. 
It is a delicate balance, this moving forward, staying busy, improving our quality of life… versus stopping, reflecting, enjoying each moment. A constant struggle for a busybody like me!
Ann Knight, we cherish our memories of you and know you are at peace. Rest well.
So sorry to hear about Andrew’s grandmother. Thinking about you guys.
These things happening are always a good reminder of what is important.
Taking time to be still and just BE is so important. I’ve gotten into the practice of meditating almost daily. I am more patient, notice the things I love more, and on the whole more present when I meditate. And for me, the doing seems to come from the being. I am more productive when I take the time to quiet my mind and be still.
Sorry to hear about Andrew’s grandmother. It’s very true that in all of the goal making and planning and documenting, being present in the moment can be such a challenge. These days do move so quickly, it’s a good reminder to appreciate what we have right now.
Your delight in your boys is so inspirational. Something everyone, I’d imagine wants for her great grandchildren.
Thank you, Maggie. That means the world to me.