Tuesday, September 15, 2009

This photo, taken in Lincoln City---another Oregon beach town---last week, has been the most peaceful moment I've had in awhile.  Granted, when I was pet sitting at Tom and Marga's I did zone out on my first Sunday.  When was that again? 

Amid putting the wine bar together (opening soon,)  working at the restaurant, shooting for the Fall/Winter issue of the magazine, pet sitting, and various committees, I've spent about six nights in my own bed over the past 3 1/2 weeks.  This ocean front balcony took me away for a few moments as if I were actually on vacation.  I may make this my screensaver or wallpaper to remind me to breathe. 

I should post a photo of a coffee mug, instead, to energize me!  I'm afraid the 3:00 Tab is no longer enough to get me through this schedule.  Coffee in the morning has become a necessary evil as my foggy little peepers try to focus, and my groggy little grey cells distinguish the daily To Do lists and locations from the fragments of dreams gone wild.  I've now re-started the yoga three days/week to make the morning transition easier.  Oh well.

All the pets have "helped" me start my days a bit earlier, which is actually a good thing (notice I'm not posting this at midnight.)  And, truly, I'm happy and grateful to have work and be so busy in the face of the dismal headlines.  But, I guess once in awhile, it is good to stop, pet the pooches (or kitty,)  take in some sunshine and fresh air, and let the waves drown out the chatter, the lists, the buzz of the coffee.