My watermelon smiled at me. How can it not be a great day when that happens? Hike today in New Glarus Woods State Park- I was happy the family joined me on my walk today. We looped around this wooded state park, and I thankfully only managed to suffer one mosquito bite. Next time I need to remember the bug off junk before we hit the trail. Thankfully I had leftover insect repellent wipes in our Letterboxing backpack.
We didn't find any Letterboxes because we could not find the first clue. It was one of those cryptic plants were you have to find the first clue and then do the math calculations in order to find any of the 5 hidden boxes. I was more interested in getting my heart rate up, so maybe next time we'll hunt for those stamps.
The water works began on the ride home. Usually my allergies wait until the first week of June, but of course, everything is early this year. I'm hoping they don't get too bad. I try to consume a spoonful of honey a day, year round to help with my seasonal allergies.
Things are being to sprout up again in the Square Foot Gardens. We had lost all the seedlings we planted before Mother's Day when things frosted up when we were out of town. I just hope I can keep the critters from eating things up.
The job search for DH continues, but thankfully the unemployment insurance was extended. Its crazy to think its been over 7 months now. It is very strange to see the seasons change and holidays pass while feeling like our life is on hold. Truth is, life never goes on hold, but when you live through this uncertainty, your life feels like its in limbo. You can't make plans because you aren't sure what your resources will be.
Usually this time of year I close out our "school" year and begin a new one June 1st. We learn all the time, year round, but for the state of Wisconsin, we are required to keep a calendar of days in attendance to comply with the mandatory attendance law.
I usually end up reflecting on how things are going and try to dream up plans for our new, coming year. With all that's been going on, I really haven't had time to reflect on our past year and think about which direction we need to set the sails for. Its really just been a day to day, survival mode existence.
I do know I've reached the point where this limbo lifestyle feels normal. I can look back on the past 7 months and with amazement, see how God has carried me through this. My emotional wounds have stopped bleeding, are scabbed up, and awaiting underneath the surface, is a new, stronger me.
4 comments:
How nice of your watermelon to smile at you. lol
Glad hubby's unemployment was extended. My DH's hours have picked up so we are hoping to not need partial unemployment anymore.
Have a great weekend!
I love your smiling watermelon! How could you not smile back? Love your post, Dawn, and especially that you feel a new strength. Enjoy your weekend!
Love that your watermelon was a positive for you today!:o) The watermelon I bought was too ripe and tasteless.......So mine was negative. lol :o)
I think it's great you enjoyed hiking time with the family. :o) Sorry about the allergies acting up on you. You mentioned the mosquito bite. I am trying to fix up a natural repellent and mixed up eucalyptus essential oil with witch hazel today. I didn't get bitten by a mosquito today and as far as I know, neither did Alex. Will try it again in the morning when I mow to see how it does. Thought I'd throw that out there. :o)
I hope hubby finds a job soon. :o) I know it has got to be very difficult living in limbo. I guess after awhile it becomes your new normal in a way. We are always making adjustments and creating new normals I suppose.
I think during this time of reflection you will find how much learning and growth has taken place in the past seven months. :o) Battle wounds and all.....{{{Hugs}}}
That is neat having a watermelon smile at you, that has to be a good sign. Keep the faith Dawn, I'm sure something will happen and your husband will get work. I feel for you as it is difficult living in limbo. Key is to stay positive at all times :]
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