As usual, a lot has been going on here. Spent most of the summer, outside of my New Orleans trip, gardening and running yard sales. We sold a lot of tools and personal items, trying to raise money for our new roof, but in reality, only keeping ourselves afloat. I did have my week-with-the-grandkids before school started. It was fun to have them here, a blessing that my son Alma stayed with us to help out with his two year old, and I was reminded again of what it really means to "childproof" a home!
Got to go to California in October. It was harp business, but we took a day to drive down from Pasadena to Vista, where I grew up. Played on the beach in Carlsbad, showed John around in some of the places I could still recognise. The little town of avocado and orange groves, and winding streets, has been replaced by shopping centers, freeways and massive growth! I did get to see a couple of places I used to live, and we also had a wonderful visit with our harp customers, so it was a great opportunity. I cried as we left the warmth and sunshine, though; it was already cooler back home.
Bucky has been lonely without Princess, his companion. We want to get another dog, but we are picky and can't afford to buy or pay to rescue a dog. I don't want a male that will challenge Bucky, or a female that won't be a good companion for him. We have feelers out, and trust that at the right time, a dog will come our way.
Cassandra has been through several jobs. It is so hard to find something sustaining with her limitations, and frankly, the people and environments she's worked in have been really difficult. Job Service isn't a lot of help. Even I am signed up now, although working outside of my home again after 30 years is a bit daunting.
Miss Hannah turned 18 last month; I am still adjusting to the concept! She is still in school, so it really hasn't changed a lot of things, but the reality is there, and I am trying to change how I see her. So far, she is happy to be at home, in school, and helping out around here. I have no more "children" at home. That feels odd.
I am supposed to be working online. I've had two bona-fide online jobs, but they are sporadic and not sufficient to sustain us. Mostly, though, I've had scam after scam show up in my inbox, just because I have looked online for work! It is very frustrating to try and sort through all the offers and promises to determine what is real or fake. I am amazed at the lengths these get-rich-quick places go to try and rope you in!
I had a great time at doTERRA Convention in September. Got to spend a whole day with Dr. Susan Lawton, which was an incredible blessing. Saw so many of my friends, even though Convention is impossibly big now and even more exhausting than before! SO many changes and growth in doTERRA! I came home energized to build my team, and have been having two classes a month ever since. I send out information and samples, teach and consult locally, and really hope to make progress and earn a living with doTERRA.
So now we are three days from Christmas and the Solstice is upon us. We have a small tree and decorations, and a few presents under the tree. Because of our finances, this is the least Christmas we've ever had. Even though my children are adults now, I still feel badly about not having the things we need and want. I have been sewing gifts for my grandchildren, and giving away things to my children. Still hoping for one of those Christmas Miracles, not just for "stuff", but because there is so much we need right now. It has been fun to continue our 12 Days of Christmas tradition of making treats for our neighbors and friends. We've had some gifts in return, and it is always fun to sample other people's goodies, as well. I have cooked every day for two weeks! I greatly enjoy the lights we have up, and the lighting of our Menorah for the past five days; the season of light has great significance for me, and I love having candles and Christmas lights! Even the diffusers join in the action, with their colored misting displays! The music always warms my soul, as well; I actually play Christmas music off and on all year!
Another son has a birthday in two days; his birth just before Christmas was very special for me, and he was my "LeBoyer" birth; being placed in a basin of water in a darkened delivery room when he was born, and
My spiritual journey has continued. Lots of soul searching these past months; seeing things through new eyes and being open to concepts that are changing a lot of my feelings and intentions towards my environment and the world. These are never easy things to define, and I am not preaching any religion or creed, but I expect some of what I am learning will creep into posts and I will get to share more with you as I move ahead.
I won't bore you with too much droning on, especially after such a long hiatus! Going to be more diligent here, explore all kinds of fun things and brag about my children, pets and livestock. I am practicing gratitude more and more each day, and I truly am grateful for my life, the opportunities I've had and have, and the people who enrich my experience. Thanks so much for sticking with me; please stay in contact, keep reading, and even comment once in awhile! I hope to keep mastering this, building my blog, and learning how to make it better and better! Wishing a wonderful holiday season for all of you; no matter what it is you celebrate, or if you are like me and enjoy it all!
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