Eleanor Roosevelt
photo-mine, old house,dance studio
I am suddenly longing for more space, wide open living spaces like in our former french home which you have seen on my blog in the past. Perhaps it is because, we know now we will have lots of spring and summer visits, family sized visits. Hence, I found myself actually scoping out homes for sale in our tiny village. I call this, a type of window shopping. I only look at the photos on line and do not want to move again. I would like to be able to renovate our grenier, (attic) which has 5 large windows and gorgeous beams, old tiles and a friendly bat. Right ,I suppose he would have to find a home elsewhere because I am not fond of flying things in the night, I do not know about you?
It seems counterintuitive to consider any renovation work for various reasons, mostly the ole' bank account, but also the sense that the world has changed. There is a feeling, at least to me, that the world has contracted and as such it is only reponsible to appreciate this climate. Oh, sure I can window shop and gather lovely photos of inspiring spaces and be patient. All in good time. I sense I missed that lesson -patience- I sense many of my generation and the ones that came later have become accustomed to instant gratification.
McDonald's fast pace, is not model for life in general. That is why living in France has forced me to slow down. You can not do anything, or nearly anything, during lunch hours or on Sundays- just relax ,eat well, nap perhaps, enjoy family and friends. Having worked those long hours I loved and told you about during my pediatric practice, I have found the change in pace both relieving and yet unsettling. Still it is ok to dream, in fact dreaming awake and asleep is healthy for the soul.
Tell me what do you dream about? Are they dreams about places, things or experiences? Of course there is no correct answer for this- just fun to think about and share. Have a great day!photos credit-Figaro.fr
