The “sensitivity thing” is something that I think about a lot. I’ve tried not being sensitive but that doesn’t work. Being sensitive to other people can be advantageous and a joy or a real pain. I can’t change. I am made the way I am made. I get hurt sometimes but the benefits outweigh the disadvantages...I think.
Thank you once again for your inspiration Allison. It’s got me sitting on my own in a room and being creative. I don’t seem to mind it but perhaps the novelty will wear off in time!
I would say that Hayes is extremely sensitive to other people’s needs and feelings through his thoughtful gesture of sending those flowers. What a guy!
As far as working in solitude, there’s always a way to achieve some degree of balance. I’m one who can remain productive with some type of “white” background noise, and I actually find that comforting. I used to do my homework with the TV on, so maybe it stems from that. You will undoubtedly find where you heart lies both within your creative spirit and outside of that realm.
I always enjoy reading your Sunday List! Many times it helps me to keep things in perspective. As I get older I am really working hard at doing that and not wasting time. 😊❤️
First let me say how beautiful the flowers are. A really soft & gentle bouquet that feels like love. It is special to have someone remember the date of a parent’s passing. It certainly meant a lot to me to have the most special person recognize that date for me. Hayes is a wonderful husband.
I fell into the can’t , never, mindset today. Believe it or not over setting up a new smart TV. So your comment about positivity for this coming week is a welcome reminder for me. Thank you.
Your recipe sounds delicious! And will do my best to make it. It’s kind of cool that you can make a one pot wonder and feed both Willie & JH 😊
The Novel. Hmm I understand what you’re saying and the doubt that you feel. Maybe there is a way to do all things? As you said this decade will be your exceptional decade. No one said you have to finish the novel, but I worry the characters you’ve been thinking of for years will get stuck in your brain if you aren’t able to bring at least parts of them to paper? I don’t know. Selfishly, I hope you’ll continue to paint & write music. The painting for your mom is very nice. The heart the butterfly... I’m sure she would love it!!
Before I ramble on too long. Let me say I’m taking the road that is NOT narrow & straight. I haven’t up to this point in my life, and I can’t start now. The life of beauty, joy & love ... even in brief times , feels better than the painful times along the way.
Thanks for wonderful column today. Lots of good things to think about.
"Do I want to keep sitting in a room by myself during this period or do I want to get out in the world and do other things during what will undoubtedly be my greatest decade," has been answered for you in this quote you provided in the beginning of your "My Sunday List:"
"We must choose between a life that is thin and narrow, uncreative and mechanical, with the assurance that even if it is not very exciting it will not be intolerably painful; and a life in which the increase in its fullness and creativeness brings a vast increase in delight, but also in pain and hurt." —John Macmurray.
Allison: thank you for your list. Beautiful flowers. Beautiful art piece for your mama. Beautiful you as well. May you continue moving forward. May your inner Sherpa attach some guide ropes so the rest of May also safely climb the mountain. Please wait for us. I love you
Dear Allison, the novel sounds like an intriguing idea, but I hope you will continue with the songwriting. Your songs speak to me deeply when you sing them. I know that's selfish but, at 81, I feel I'm entitled to a little selfishness.
Gosh, there's so much to comment on. Your list is full and expressive. Thank you. I hope you continue to write and make art. One thing I would love to see you find is a way to share your voice and sing. I know how much it means to release that voice from within. It would be good for you inside and out. And it would be such a beautiful gift to share with everyone. Love you, your voice, and all your talents, including creative cooking, and parenting. You're beautiful, inside and out.
I love your intention for the week...just beautiful. Your book was everything I thought it would be and more. It will rip you open, trauma can be so gut wrenching. Yet, we can heal and be more compassionate due to our past.
Good afternoon from the great conservative yet beautiful state of SC. I recently started watching The Lioness with Nicole Kidman. Has anyone ever told you that you resemble her greatly? Love and light🦋
The “sensitivity thing” is something that I think about a lot. I’ve tried not being sensitive but that doesn’t work. Being sensitive to other people can be advantageous and a joy or a real pain. I can’t change. I am made the way I am made. I get hurt sometimes but the benefits outweigh the disadvantages...I think.
Thank you once again for your inspiration Allison. It’s got me sitting on my own in a room and being creative. I don’t seem to mind it but perhaps the novelty will wear off in time!
Px❤️
I would say that Hayes is extremely sensitive to other people’s needs and feelings through his thoughtful gesture of sending those flowers. What a guy!
As far as working in solitude, there’s always a way to achieve some degree of balance. I’m one who can remain productive with some type of “white” background noise, and I actually find that comforting. I used to do my homework with the TV on, so maybe it stems from that. You will undoubtedly find where you heart lies both within your creative spirit and outside of that realm.
I always enjoy reading your Sunday List! Many times it helps me to keep things in perspective. As I get older I am really working hard at doing that and not wasting time. 😊❤️
You're so sweet and sensitive you could win a prize
Hi Allison
First let me say how beautiful the flowers are. A really soft & gentle bouquet that feels like love. It is special to have someone remember the date of a parent’s passing. It certainly meant a lot to me to have the most special person recognize that date for me. Hayes is a wonderful husband.
I fell into the can’t , never, mindset today. Believe it or not over setting up a new smart TV. So your comment about positivity for this coming week is a welcome reminder for me. Thank you.
Your recipe sounds delicious! And will do my best to make it. It’s kind of cool that you can make a one pot wonder and feed both Willie & JH 😊
The Novel. Hmm I understand what you’re saying and the doubt that you feel. Maybe there is a way to do all things? As you said this decade will be your exceptional decade. No one said you have to finish the novel, but I worry the characters you’ve been thinking of for years will get stuck in your brain if you aren’t able to bring at least parts of them to paper? I don’t know. Selfishly, I hope you’ll continue to paint & write music. The painting for your mom is very nice. The heart the butterfly... I’m sure she would love it!!
Before I ramble on too long. Let me say I’m taking the road that is NOT narrow & straight. I haven’t up to this point in my life, and I can’t start now. The life of beauty, joy & love ... even in brief times , feels better than the painful times along the way.
Thanks for wonderful column today. Lots of good things to think about.
🌸🌸🌸
Curiously enough the answer to your question:
"Do I want to keep sitting in a room by myself during this period or do I want to get out in the world and do other things during what will undoubtedly be my greatest decade," has been answered for you in this quote you provided in the beginning of your "My Sunday List:"
"We must choose between a life that is thin and narrow, uncreative and mechanical, with the assurance that even if it is not very exciting it will not be intolerably painful; and a life in which the increase in its fullness and creativeness brings a vast increase in delight, but also in pain and hurt." —John Macmurray.
Allison: thank you for your list. Beautiful flowers. Beautiful art piece for your mama. Beautiful you as well. May you continue moving forward. May your inner Sherpa attach some guide ropes so the rest of May also safely climb the mountain. Please wait for us. I love you
Hi, Allison. Silly question. When are you adding fish to the beautiful little aquarium in the library, or have you? Just curious. Much love. ❤️
Do what brings you joy. You are a creative soul. I’m glad that you have declared this to be your greatest decade. 💫☮️
Love your artwork.
Dear Allison, the novel sounds like an intriguing idea, but I hope you will continue with the songwriting. Your songs speak to me deeply when you sing them. I know that's selfish but, at 81, I feel I'm entitled to a little selfishness.
Love the quote ... reminds me of The Prophet section on joy and sorrow, (which I was just sharing w my son yesterday!)📚
Love the gorgeous & thoughtful bouquet.💐
Thanks for all the suggestions 🩷
Joy & sorrow are inseparable.
I so love your Sunday lists. And I'm all good with the ground pork, rice, sushi ginger, cilantro - bam.
Gosh, there's so much to comment on. Your list is full and expressive. Thank you. I hope you continue to write and make art. One thing I would love to see you find is a way to share your voice and sing. I know how much it means to release that voice from within. It would be good for you inside and out. And it would be such a beautiful gift to share with everyone. Love you, your voice, and all your talents, including creative cooking, and parenting. You're beautiful, inside and out.
I love your intention for the week...just beautiful. Your book was everything I thought it would be and more. It will rip you open, trauma can be so gut wrenching. Yet, we can heal and be more compassionate due to our past.
Good afternoon from the great conservative yet beautiful state of SC. I recently started watching The Lioness with Nicole Kidman. Has anyone ever told you that you resemble her greatly? Love and light🦋