"Some things in life are out of your control. You can make it a party or a tragedy."
I didn't mean to be away so long.
One thing happened, then another.
Summer passed, I remember so little;
now autumn is half gone.
One thing happened, then another.
A school year ended, and before I found time to breathe,
a fresh group of faces danced through my classroom door.
One thing happened, then another.
Time passed.
I've missed writing.
I've missed dreaming.
I've missed reading.
I've missed our conversations here.
I've been needed.
At times I feel I've lost control...
Then, I remember, lessons are learned, and
blessings are found
when we let go.
Time is precious, and doesn't stand still,
but when you are needed, wanted,
it is not so hard to give it away without regret.
We will catch up!
Nora Roberts
I didn't mean to be away so long.
One thing happened, then another.
Summer passed, I remember so little;
now autumn is half gone.
One thing happened, then another.
A school year ended, and before I found time to breathe,
a fresh group of faces danced through my classroom door.
One thing happened, then another.
Time passed.
I've missed writing.
I've missed dreaming.
I've missed reading.
I've missed our conversations here.
I've been needed.
At times I feel I've lost control...
Then, I remember, lessons are learned, and
blessings are found
when we let go.
Time is precious, and doesn't stand still,
but when you are needed, wanted,
it is not so hard to give it away without regret.
We will catch up!
Beautiful! I look forward to it.
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Thank you! It is good to hear from you. I hope all is going well with you.
DeleteYou said that so perfectly. Life does interrupt plans, but being needed is such a blessing and the place where we should be.
ReplyDeleteThank you! Things are about to change here once again, and all is well. So good to hear from you!
DeleteYes, I've missed you Bonnie dear, but I've also been traveling again so stayed very busy.
ReplyDeleteThe days come and go so quickly and now here we are almost into the really busy season of the year. Some days I just want to take a deep breath and have that feeling of peace and quiet with nothing pressing, no need to go anywhere, not even a reason to make conversation.
Glad you are back and will catch up.
Hugs - Mary
Thank you! Mary, I always enjoy following your travels. Your pictures are always amazing. Thank you for sharing that part of your life with us.
DeleteHappy to "hear you" today . . .
ReplyDeleteYou write beautufully . . .
You are a gifted writer Bonnie. Isn't it a good feeling to be needed and to be there for someone else!
ReplyDeleteHugs
Thank you for you kind words. I have missed writing...too often happenings have robbed me of my words. Tending to my family and friends is my greatest joy!
DeleteBusy, busy but in the best way possible. You will never regret these days and being there for family!!
ReplyDeleteI hope it's an awesome school year, lucky kids!!
I've missed you, Bonnie, and am glad that you are posting again. Your writing is enigmatic, with a hint of sadness in it. I know that your family extends to both the beginning and the end of life and that you will be experiencing all the love, care and concern that extremes of age can bring. I hope that all is well and that you are not running yourself ragged!
ReplyDeleteDear Bonnie- time does have a way of passing and suddenly it is the end of the year. Hope you know you're missed. Glad you are back. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteBonnie, so glad to see you are back! I always enjoy your blog. Looking forward to your future posts!
ReplyDeleteDear Bonnie, we've both been away. Thank you for your kind good luck message. I'm sending the very best good wishes to you too. Jane xxx
ReplyDeleteI too have too much on my plate and fell off on Blogging.
ReplyDeleteWinter I will have more time to blog and paint. yvonne