Alan and I went to visit our families for the holiday. One night, sitting in the car, while driving between places, with conversations going on around me, I was deep in thought. Completely detached from anything else, I was watching out the window into the South Dakota sky.
It is beautiful... the South Dakota night sky. On a clear night such as this one, it feels like one is wrapped in a blanket of stars. As a child, i always loved the glowing dots and often stopped to sort out my thoughts while gazing into the evening sky. There was always a sense of comfort. I could talk to God though the stars and often felt the presence of those I have lost when I find a special bright star.
I found myself flooded with memories. Suddenly, my thoughts were going a million miles a minute.
Deep breath.
While I love living in the 'burbs, I often miss the quiet of our family farm. It is not the easy life, however it is peaceful, beautiful... simple.
EDIT: I'm joining the Life As you See It challenge to post a photo each Saturday, reflecting on my word.
Great take on the challenge! I miss the farm I grew up on in IL. Best wishes for the new year!
ReplyDeleteLove the shot! Good luck with your word this year.
ReplyDeleteLove your word and how you captured it!
ReplyDeleteGood word and lifestyle to be. Less is more.
ReplyDeleteLove the picture you've taken of your word!
ReplyDeleteGreat shot to capture your word and intentions. Thank you for joining One Little Word | Captured.
ReplyDeleteGreat photo and love your choice of word. My word last year was simplicity and I loved what the year revealed. Good luck and look forward to seeing more of your photos.
ReplyDeleteLisa xx
I do love the picture.
ReplyDeleteWhen you go back to doing things the simple way, you start to relax more and become less stressed.
Enjoy the journey!
that was my word last year. It was a big help!
ReplyDeleteMiss my growing up years in the beautiful countryside, too. Thanks for stating it so beautifully. Good job!
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