There was no signs of young budding leaves yet, but I did notice a few twigs accumulating in a newspaper box. A bird flew away in front of me right before I passed by the spot, which was what caught my attention. I looked into the box and captured this image. Different, but that for sure is a sign of Spring as well..
This is something I probably will never get tired of.
I’m talking about watching sunset. Whether I’m home or traveling, I look forward to witnessing the sunset at the end of each day..
We went out for a walk this morning. I was having severe jet lag and wasn’t really up for it at first. Since it was my companion who suggested it, I decided to accompany him.
I captured this image while he was taking a brief break. I’ve missed walking with him when I was far away in Taiwan taking care of my Mom. I vowed that I’d never leave his side once I’m back. And I intend to do so.
Our decorative birdhouse has been blown down by the wicked wind in Eldorado. Tumbleweeds are scattered all around the house and it seems no use to collect them just yet.
The house we live in is a rather large one for two people and I know my companion needs help maintaining specially when I’m not around. The past two years I’ve been spending a lot more time in Taiwan taking care of my Mom and the apartment she lives in. During these trips he always assured me that he’d be fine by himself and he could take care of himself and the house. Perhaps it may be true, but I’m well aware that I should be taking care of him as well.
Both my Mother and my companion are certain age now. As the years progress it has become clear and clear that they both need assistance in different ways and degrees in their lives. I’ve felt guilty leaving my companion alone while I was seven-thousand miles away taking care of my Mother. How could I make sure and do a decent job on both sides? The worst could happen would be that I failed both at the end.
It has become a balancing act that I’m trying to maneuver with the best I can..
I knew about its existence even before we moved here. Today I thought it’s time to make a visit.
The Ghost Buffalo from the Adobe Buffalo Project by artist Karen Windchild was completed in October 2017. The buffalo symbolizes the North on the Native American sacred medicine wheel: honoring the ancestors, spiritual wisdom and physical strength, and providing for the community. *
* from artist’s own statement.
As it turned out today, again, was one of those days that taught me to never expect anything. I know that oftentimes the more I try, the less I find.
We drove to one of our favorite spots to witness the sunset this afternoon. The image above was captured about 5 minutes before sunset. I knew it wasn’t going to be one of those spectacular sunsets that Santa Fe is known for having. On the other hand, it would be unrealistic to expect grandiose every single day.
We decided to take a short walk together today, even though we both weren’t feeling 100% well. During his walks, I know my companion needs several breaks and to sit down on something to take a breath. A roadside large stone, utility box, or some family’s short stuccoed wall. Anything he can sit on securely.
At one point, he suddenly told me that he needed a break. There was nothing around he could sit on, so he approached a piñon tree and held onto a solid branch.
I captured this image and I said to him: “You can just hold onto me, you know..”
“I know, my Jason..” he said softly.
It’s been a rough day. My body aches and I’m still not myself. Today we had to go to the garage to get four new tires. Instead of waiting in their office, I forced and dragged myself outside to walk around in the neighborhood. This turquoise wooden door with a heart on it caught my eye. It was pretty much the only image I consider worthy of posting.
Smothered Burrito at Harry’s Roadhouse.
I apologize for today’s post. I tried to avoid posting food pictures. I wasn’t myself most of the day today and had no energy to go out for a walk. Hopefully a good night sleep will bring back my normal self.
