Friends. How are you? It’s been a long time. Life has thrown me a crazy curveball. One I never saw coming, but now that I’ve moved passed it, I realize it was a good thing. You see, 2021 has been a very tough year. I thought things were fine, but really they weren’t. So I needed some time to figure those things out. And, while I haven’t exactly figured them out, I’m ready to get back to writing. And taking pictures. And focusing on me for a change. I hope to one day be able to write all about my experiences and such, but just know that I’m in a better place now. I’ve been able to let go of a lot of things that have been holding me back. I still need to let go of some things, but I’ve let go of the people that have been holding me back. And I’ve discovered that I have a LOT of people in my life who care about me and want the best for me. I was focusing on the wrong people and the wrong things. Life is like that, isn’t it? And while I have no idea what the future holds for me, I do know that I am surrounded with the right people who will uplift me. And that feels good. It feels like I can finally breathe.
You never know when something is going to be your ‘last’. The last walk on the hill. The last porch sitting with the Mister. The last meal cooked and eaten in your kitchen. The last puzzle worked in your craft room. But you also don’t know when something will be your first. The first walk along the river. The first ball game where you cheer on your nephew. The first time you do something on your own as a newly single person. There will be a lot more firsts now. And that’s okay.
I don’t know what’s in store, but I do hope to be back in this space writing about my new adventures in a new place. So far I’ve had game night at my brother’s house. Found a local yarn shop and am taking a knitting class there. I found a place to walk Anna Lee. She’s having a really hard time, but I hope the longer we’re here the better she’ll be. I know this move is hard for her too, but I’m glad to have her next to me. I’m still looking around our new town (the town I grew up in but haven’t lived in for 25 years) and trying to find out what we want to do and where we want to go. And I’ll be here sharing those new adventures with you all!!
’til next time
-k
xoxo
Daenel T.
Sending so m7ch love your way. I’m happy you have a support system and friends who love you. Your pup will adjust — they’re resilient, like kids. Take care of yourself and keep. taking. pictures. These are beautiful.
chickenlibrarian
aww! Thank you so much! Anna Lee is definitely doing better. I think she still doesn’t understand that this is our new reality. And I know she misses the Mister and her home. But I’m hopeful, with time, we’ll settle into our new life and routine. xoxo
Julie Peyman
Wow! I went through a similar situation 3 years ago. My heart goes out to you. I’m currently in limbo myself, trying to figure out my next step and what’s best for my future.
I think you must be fairly close to where I live. I’m in JC, TN. If you would like to get together some time, let me know. Love and hugs! ❤🤗
chickenlibrarian
Oh goodness! I didn’t know that Julie. I’m sorry to hear that too. I’m actually applying on jobs in JC as well….well, job anyway. There’s a pretty cool job at the Archives of Appalachia that sounds interesting. My undergrad is from ETSU and that’s where I met the Mister. I’m not sure if I’ve told you that before! I would definitely like to get together. I haven’t been back to JC in YEARS and am anxious to see how much it’s changed in the past 20 years. LOL. Send me your contact info and let’s make it happen! xoxo
Leslie Susan Clingan
Reading this with a lump in my throat. Have missed your mug. Thankful to hear that you are okay. Had enjoyed recent photos on Instagram but knew things were upside down for you. Take things a day at a time for now. Glad you are among those who can nurture and love you and pup. The class is a great start. Love the photo on Instagram of your knitting project. Just allow yourself some grace and know that you have many praying for you and cheering you on.
chickenlibrarian
Aww! Thank you so much Leslie! I’m really trying to take it day by day. Some days are better than others. I’m really do not function well without a plan and I find myself in that situation right now. But I’m also trying to take this as a learning lesson…that I will be okay without a plan for right now. And also taking this time to focus on me and nurture myself. I’m very thankful I have Anna Lee with me. xoxo