Sometimes...

Living in reality is not always easy.

 e g. Today, after volunteering at a charity shop I backed into a ute that parked just behind me, 30 seconds previously........ Breathe.......... ( I am not laughing ! .. ) I "feel bad" I did not see the ute. They do not seem to have sustained any damage. It is my fault, as I was " in control " of the car when I backed away. It was an awkward spot, perpendicular to the curb, parked by the mechanic after service to car.  I also was feeling miserable too, with a sore throat and aches and pains. ( Should have stayed home that day, I think ..LOL ) Maybe it was a " wake up call" ? Watch out where you are going, watch your back and  remember to keep on your own path?

 I need to get a quote and get the broken plastic lights fixed in Launceston. That means driving in one hour.. waiting around etc. ( I do get tired more easily these days, without exerting myself too much. I am almost over volunteering at the charity shop too, but that is another story...

Change, it happens to us all. Sometimes it is fun, sometimes not so much. I am not one who embraces change easily, although I am trying to learn. 

 Amanda, your way with words is great..You have also inspired me  with your Sydney Harbour Bridge Climb and trip to Italy, and  seeing the smiling faces of your children.( from another person's post. )

Update.. I have the quote, I am going to be out of pocket $550, plus hassle of travelling in and leaving car for 2 days. Maybe I will stay in town, or get a friend to take me home then get the bus the next day? It will work out. I am booked in 11th and 12th April.

I am also having 2 weeks off volunteering and get over this cold and sore hand (..tendon  ) Yes.. I am feeling a little miserable, but I also need to think about what I want to really do for the rest of my life. Am I ready to spread my wings a bit more? Travel is also something I said I wanted to do " See some parts of Australia I have not seen. "

The rain is coming down solidly here. We have had a particularly dry summer in Northern Tasmania this last season. The grass will green up now for sure..I always feel a little " odd " around early Autumn. It is just after my birthday in February and it also a time when I need to assess the next steps for me.

 My health, my children, my family, my community..these were my priorities. Keep things SIMPLE was another. 

Kathy.OX