By April of 2021, a year after the onset of Covid-19, the world had realigned: long months of uncertainty and restrictions, loneliness, and loss. …. And you, dear reader? Did you just cope…. or were you able to see this as a time to thrive throughout the long months? Where were you on the spectrum, barely handling the tedious isolation, or savoring the relaxed pace of life? A number of the Water Street church boomers (1946-1964) responded to Rob and Janey’s thoughtful questions. So, here they are, compiled by Rob and Janey, along with music to journey by. Yes, it’s a long read, but some of the thoughts may be close to your heart …
It’s not over. Stay strong and be faithful…
What gives you joy in the morning? There was gratitude….
- That I am alive and that I am a child of God.
- The promise of a fresh start that each new day brings.
- A good night’s rest, birds chirping, a blue sky on a sunny day.
- Feeling physically fit and able to jump out of bed; though, admittedly, sometimes a few stretches are required for full mobility.
- Time to sit quietly, with a coffee, and enjoy nature unfolding before us (in the spring) or enjoy a snow-covered landscape (in the winter).
- Time to read the paper/do morning devotions – just “to be” for a while before starting the day.
- A warm shower, a leisurely breakfast with my partner and knowing I will have things I can do.
- A whole day ahead of me, and only part of it planned.
- Good health (emotionally, physically, spiritually).
- An early morning walk, with the only sounds being the birds and the breeze.
In quick strokes:
It does appear, from the majority of the comments, that most of us are retired from active full-time employment. Everyone seems to enjoy the extra time in the morning that retirement can give.
For your listening pleasure…
This is the Day (Lyric) Tim Timmons, #TimTimmons #ThisIsTheDay
Feelin’ Good Nina Simone, Feeling Good -Nina Simone (Lyrics) – YouTube
My wife and I would like to play pickleball on regular basis. I noticed you have pickleball playing time in your calendar. Please let me know how we can register for this or we simply drop by at the time indicated in the calendar. Thank you. Joseph
Hello Joseph!
You are most to join the pickleball activity. You can just drop in and join the group. They have a marvellous time….
Nellie