So, I have realized that in my hibernation, I miss connecting with others through writing. Sometimes its easier to hibernate to my own little work/home bubble and I want to get myself out of that. I have realized that in order to stay connected, in order to keep thinking and growing, I have to write. Writing is a way for my dreams to become a reality--or at least a reality on paper.
I think that not having a car is teaching me to appreciate life more. Yes, it is a simple, rather awkward situation, this life without a car. And yes, most people expect a 28 year old M.A. graduate to have a car. But this life is not me--at least not right now. Taking the bus has caused me to slow down, to enjoy life at the bus stop--and to enjoy the people I meet. Everyone from the 40 year old man and his girlfriend who were talking about his birthday conversations to communally fleeing a bee with two women who were also being attacked by said bee. Riding my bike gives me a different spin on the world. It causes me to notice more, to be in touch with the world more--I notice the little hills between my house and work more :) but I also notice the flowers, the houses and how they change in architecture slowly as I move north, and the beautiful old doors and mailboxes. It causes me to take a breath, pause, and enjoy the journey of life.
And so, as I pause, take a breath, and enjoy life, I hope you too can experience life somewhat differently today and enjoy being in the moment rather than rushing on to the next one.
