tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post2929184937184895112..comments2023-10-22T10:31:09.224-04:00Comments on Just BEing John-Michael: Up Close & PersonalJohn-Michaelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-84991977298983551412008-10-15T20:11:00.000-04:002008-10-15T20:11:00.000-04:00I must say, Sweet Meg Wolff, that I do not know wh...I must say, Sweet <B><I>Meg Wolff</I></B>, that I do not know what I would even remotely consider to be "hardship." Some level of "inconvenience ... definitely yes! But (as I consider the comforts and conveniences that are all too normal and usual in our life here in The States) I would be embarrassed and feel trifling to ever say that i know hardship.<BR/><BR/>When I moved into this little cottage (subsequent to the divorce, 20 years ago), it did have the amenities that one would expect. But the passage of time and the wear of usage brought about the demise of the refrigerator, stove, water heater wiring, and septic tank. Inasmuch as my income is about 1/3 of what the folks who you see alongside the roadways with hand-crafted "help" signs, earn (according to a recently published report) ... I haven't the funds to replace or repair these conveniences. And my landlady lives on a fixed disability pension that barely supports her minimum needs. So she is not able to fund said fix-ups on this place that her Dad built many years ago (1950's.) So, in lieu of increases in rent payments with the passage of time ... I am 'paying' the decrease of 'frills.' <BR/><BR/>And that is about as abbreviated, yet accurate, a summary as I can offer. It is an 'interesting' life. [smile] I do thank you for your kind interest. <BR/><BR/>namaste ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-36373960035156920502008-10-15T19:57:00.000-04:002008-10-15T19:57:00.000-04:00I am truly pleased and excited to tell you, Deares...I am truly pleased and excited to tell you, Dearest <B><I>NiteByrd</I></B>, that my brother, Steven, has (upon hearing of my 'house-sitting' stint) invited me (and already made the plane reservations [grin]) to house-sit for his family whilst they enjoy a holiday in Hawaii, next month. Whoopee!! I get to see and be with a whole bunch of very close and warmly intimate family just at the holiday season. I'm pumped! (and I can enjoy the company of horses, chickens, dog, cat, acres of quiet and serene homestead. [and all of those other afore-mentioned 'creature comforts][sigh!])<BR/><BR/>I thank you for your loving Presence, Darling Friend. I do love you (ya know).John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-10416673560727859382008-10-15T19:49:00.000-04:002008-10-15T19:49:00.000-04:00How marvelously kind and sweet of you, Dearest San...How marvelously kind and sweet of you, Dearest <B><I>San</I></B>! You have made me feel so very good! (Something that is ALWAYS the immediate consequence of thoughts of you.)<BR/><BR/>I must confess that I have determined that I MUST restore the facility of hot water, though. That is just so nice! [smile]<BR/><BR/>Lovingly ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-7164730353828400172008-10-15T07:54:00.000-04:002008-10-15T07:54:00.000-04:00I was lying in bed this morning thinking of things...I was lying in bed this morning thinking of things to be grateful for. My bed, the warmth, the luxury of not having to get up immediately. But you actually experience the hardship of living primitively, so can really appreciate the opposite. Thanks for the reminder. I will think of these things today. I am interested in hearing more about this.Meg Wolffhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10052363163218543818noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-41110325464003510232008-10-14T20:11:00.000-04:002008-10-14T20:11:00.000-04:00I'm very glad you enjoyed your stay house sitting....I'm very glad you enjoyed your stay house sitting. What other people might look at it as a chore, you made it sound like a lovely vacation. You also did a wonderful thing for your friends. I'm sure their time away was much sweeter knowing their home and loved pets were so well cared for.nitebyrdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04967190902623933068noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-66745573004239451242008-10-14T18:32:00.000-04:002008-10-14T18:32:00.000-04:00That's the way I feel when I visit friends who are...That's the way I feel when I visit friends who are wealthier than I. "I could get used to this 360-degree view of the pinon-studded hills and this kitchen that just walked out of Architectural Digest and those elegant sofas and those stone sculptures in the garden." And now reading your honest post, I am grateful for the comforts I do have. The real comfort is in the heart and soul. And in those homes, John-Michael, you are well-appointed.Sanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18245301334922883500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-41145193032319431602008-10-14T12:19:00.000-04:002008-10-14T12:19:00.000-04:00And YOU, My Precious Rose, I am thankful for ... a...And YOU, My Precious <B><I>Rose</I></B>, I am thankful for ... and count my Self blessed with ... each time that you reach beyond your present space, and into mine. I love you Dear One.John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-6409263154867776842008-10-14T12:09:00.000-04:002008-10-14T12:09:00.000-04:00Oh how we take such blessings for granted, don't w...Oh how we take such blessings for granted, don't we? I am glad that you had some time to be spoiled. You deserve it my friend. How you remind us to be thankful for all we have.<BR/>Hugs,<BR/>RoseKissing of the Frogshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11621769823368917856noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-2926655673371800422008-10-13T10:56:00.000-04:002008-10-13T10:56:00.000-04:00Sweetest Lime, my Darling Friend ... being able to...Sweetest <B><I>Lime</I></B>, my Darling Friend ... being able to rest in the reassurance that I have a Soul with whom I can easily share a chuckle (or a tear) with, makes living in ANY circumstance more joyful. You better each element of my life.<BR/><BR/>Loving You ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-45386032127268885962008-10-13T10:53:00.000-04:002008-10-13T10:53:00.000-04:00So much to be thankful for! Ah, yes, 'tis so very ...So much to be thankful for! Ah, yes, 'tis so very true, My Dear <B><I>Lisa</I></B>. And to have your Spirit to share my happinesses and gratitude with, only compounds my thankfulness. Thank you for joining me in this moment.<BR/><BR/>namaste ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-7693896248653152212008-10-13T10:51:00.000-04:002008-10-13T10:51:00.000-04:00I am so grateful that you received this Intimacy i...I am so grateful that you received this Intimacy in the true spirit that I intended it, Dearest <B><I>Willow</I></B>. (Though I, [in all honesty] would have expected nothing less of you.) You are a Dear, indeed!<BR/><BR/>Lovingly ...John-Michaelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12301981965656607401noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-17825189614777280042008-10-12T23:05:00.000-04:002008-10-12T23:05:00.000-04:00if it were in my power i'd see that you'd be well ...if it were in my power i'd see that you'd be well habituated to such blessings.limehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17259558876349307173noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-55271201173080121352008-10-12T19:26:00.000-04:002008-10-12T19:26:00.000-04:00This was perfectly timed. It is our Canadian Than...This was perfectly timed. It is our Canadian Thanksgiving this weekend and you reminded me of all that I have to be thankful for. I'm glad you had this interlude - you deserve it! Lisa L.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25195308.post-68320981445428496262008-10-12T19:25:00.000-04:002008-10-12T19:25:00.000-04:00Your post has reminded me of my many blessings, wh...Your post has reminded me of my many blessings, which I often take for granted. Thank you, dear friend.Tess Kincaidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04889725786678984293noreply@blogger.com