Lately there has been something bothering me but haven't been able to put my finger on it. A feeling of loss of direction. A feeling of something missing. I have been on auto pilot for such a long time now. So many 'to do's' and 'have to's' on the list that I am only taking care of the basics.
As I was watering the horses and donkeys, Hoody Dude, my horse, walked up to say hi. As I was petting him I ran my fingers through his mane and was appalled at what I found. It made me feel so bad.
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| There were two huge mats in his mane. In all the years I have had horses and donkeys I have never let their manes get like this. This is mat #1. |
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| Mat #2! |
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| As I was combing out his mane it hit me what the heck was was missing. It was some 'me' time. It has been such a long time that I did what I wanted to do. Not what was on the list of things to do, but what I enjoyed. Brushing and just being with the horses and donkeys gives me peace. No time restraints. No have to's. Just enjoying. Hoody Dude's mane looks much better now. |
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| This is what came out of his mane after all was done. Geez, that is a lot of hair! Sorry buddy. Hoody Dude enjoyed the attention and grooming as much as I did. Before I knew it some of the donkeys and AJ, my daughters Mustang mare, wanted to be groomed too. When I finally came back into the house I had a huge smile on my face. Content. Happy. On Tuesday my oldest daughter and I are going to drive to the University that my youngest attends and go visit her. And even take her out to lunch! So, I suppose the moral of this blog is the fact to not forget to do what YOU want to do. Take a bit of time every now and then and enjoy what YOU want. Until next time............... |
Great advice for us all! Sometimes we really do forget that we are important too.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely need time for yourself, doing something you really enjoy! I'll bet they all look as good as you feel!
ReplyDeleteThat's so important! We can't care for others, if we don't care for ourselves, also.
ReplyDeleteBrushing our pony and being with the animals gives me peace too. I am glad you got some "me time" - I hope you will get a lot more moments like that.
ReplyDeleteYes, as silly as it sounds, sometimes you have to schedule "me" time. And protect it like it was your sanity at stake. (Sometimes it is...)
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I've been spending time just doing what I have to do these past few months, maybe Winter depression of sorts.
ReplyDeleteToday, the sun came out, it lifted my spirit to go outside without being bundled up, and took myself riding around the countryside.
Hang in there, you are not alone :)
Hugs,
~Jo
Certainly is such an important message. Glad you had an enjoyable time with the animals.
ReplyDeleteAfter all the changes in your life in the last 6 months or so, I am amazed that you are not completely overwhelmed! Of course you deserve some you time, and you better take it!
ReplyDeleteI totally agree with you. I'm glad you recognized it and are finding time to fit it in.
ReplyDeleteCan I get an a-MEN!?
ReplyDeleteSometimes we do get so wrapped up in our day that we do forget to breathe. I'm so happy you, your loved family pets and the kids, are taking 'you' time. If only we had time to do that 'every' day. BlessYourHeart.....the birds will also thank you for the horse hair to build their nests.
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well said! hope you can hold on to this important message! glad to hear you got back to you.
ReplyDeleteNo one deserves your love and attention any more than you.
ReplyDeleteI'm so happy you had this conundrum...because now we all can realize this and find some ME time....licks and Happy Valentine's Day snookums!
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me time is healing. i am glad you found yourself again. i know how you feel, i have let things go too...then it feels like a burden is lifted when i accomplish something.
ReplyDeleteWell, if I've ever known a woman who certainly deserves some "me time", that would without a doubt be you!
ReplyDeleteIsn't it funny how time with our animals can feel like such a treat, such a soul-soothing time? So, you may not be able to get away for an overnighter any time soon, but you've got your animals to give your heart a boost when
Please give "youngest daughter" a huge hug from me, ok? :-)
Hi Cindy- I FINALLY got caught up on your blog. Man, oh man, you've had a crazy ride lately!!! More than anyone I know: YOU deserve some "me time." So... you just enjoy hanging out with your critters or anything else your little heart desires:) Thank God you were there for Grace's birth. You and your precious little granddaughter will indeed have a special bond forever. She is a beautiful baby:) -All my love, Rach
ReplyDeleteRachael is so right, ME time is what you need. I hope you will have a great time visiting and having lunch with your daughters. Oh, that's nothing -- in the mane -- you should see Samson -- usually half a trash can full of hair. Take care of YOU! -- Inger
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for reminding us of the really important things in life and for being so honest. You're awesome and we love you for it.
ReplyDeleteI do understand what you are saying. I have been listless lately and I am not sure what that is about...but really I do. My youngest graduates this year and I am worried about..the next thing for me. I don't know what I will be doing next year without a child at home. I am scared. I just have to deal with it. Dianntha
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