Saturday, April 28, 2012

Beautiful Saturday

It has been a beautiful day here. And this was just the tonic I needed. I caught up on my sleep finally, went for a walk on the beach, had friends come onboard, and had a good dinner.

We like to cook Thai and Chinese food. So tonight we fixed crispy fried eggplant and Hunan tofu. Delicious! We eat two meals a day with a light snack in the afternoon. It is all we need. I'm glad that both of us are on the same page with food--no salt, no meat except seafood, almost no processed food, lots of vegetables. We had arguments for years about food. I was the no salt, no carbs, no meat person and my wife was the meat, salt and pasta person. After her heart attack, things drastically changed in terms of her eating habits. No more arguments about food or booze. What a nice change that is!

Thanks for your kind thoughts and comments. I don't usually carry around so much melancholy. At least, today is happy and peaceful. I don't feel the weight of the world on me (thanks Mark for that description) now. Strange how all that responsibility and worry makes an appearance at times. Lack of sleep, too much analysis, projecting outcomes, self-pity--these are my pitfalls.

Now it's time to sit on deck and listen to the waves and the wind in the rigging. These are sounds that soothe my soul. Another day is just about done , and it was a beautiful one.

17 comments:

  1. Beautiful post, Syd. I could feel your peace. I'm happy for you.

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  2. glad you had a beautiful day man...and i am wanting an invite to dinner...that sounds good...smiles...

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  3. Looks like everyone is feeling better today....well at least you and I are. ;o) I am so glad you had such a nice day. The meal sounds delicious.

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  4. I just read the Rumi poem what an incredible piece...
    So much in that poem to think about and relish.
    Self pity grabs me and takes me down into the cave of no one cares ....and a multitude of other guests.

    The waves can sure heal a soul thanks for your posts

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  5. My son asked me today about eggplant. I had only used it in a ratatouille-like recipe. Could I get this one from you? He wanted to know what it tasted like, and I didn't know how to explain it!

    I'm glad today is calmer for you. That is always good.

    Your dog is so gorgeous! :)

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  6. Thank you Syd, the peace you felt yesterday radiates in your words and you know about how a light gives energy in the form of warmth...

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  7. What an awesome picture of your dog on the boat. Our emotions are supposed to ebb and flow (like the tides). I don't think it strange to have down days.

    But each day is new, and it's beautiful here also. Enjoy, Syd!

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  8. Glad today is a better day and the outlook is brighter. Crispy eggplant... yum. :)

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  9. Peaceful picture with your dog on the boat.

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  10. Good food, good friends and a good nights sleep with wife and doggy at your side. Life is good!

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  11. Lovely day and yummy food! Glad you're caught up on your sleep, it makes such a difference.

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  12. What a beautiful dog you have, Syd, lovely peaceful gentle soul shining out from the picture. When I can let my feelings move through me without worrying too much about why I'm having them, life is easier.

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  13. I was behind on my reading so read your low down posts with this one, glad you were able to get some rest and do the things that bring peace to your soul. I think we all have good days and bad days and neither last forever.

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  14. These are the days that make all the crappy ones worth it. Love the photo of your dog. I am a canine lover all the way. Over-analyzing is common. Sometimes I just have to remind myself to just breathe...The water, the dog and the scenery seem like a great way to expunge any ills. Stay at peace :)

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  15. golly it sure looks peaceful in that photo! (and I feel it in your post as well, this is good to behold)

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  16. Glad to hear you were able to find your serenity again. Sounds like the perfect day.

    Disagreeing about food... I can relate. I'm still trying to find a healthy way to eat that works for both my husband and me. Daily struggle.

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