Woke up this morning feeling just a tad bit shy of happy. Some call this frame of mind gloomy, glum, blue, or just feeling down. I call this frame of mind... soul hunger. Yet, today is cloudy and rainy, so I wonder if maybe I am just under the weather. Do I have that Northwestern SAD ailment? You know, Seasonal Affective Disorder? Am I grieving a loss of some sort? Or could it be as simple as I didn't sleep well and I'm tired. Perhaps, it's a combination of all the above. Who knows.
I sighed, which took more energy than I felt I had, then with a burst of energy, I threw off my blanket and slid from bed. My feet slipped right into my slippers as if I had a honing device on my toes that led my lower extremities into this cushiony haven of plush delightfulness. I felt my shoulders sag as I exhaled, this time with a breath of relief. I then stood, grabbing my robe and donning it with a swoop of an arm that reminded me of a time in my childhood days when flexibility didn't seem like a cuss word.
A smile finally graced my face as I chuckled at my silliness before padding into the kitchen to make my morning tea.
While waiting for the water to boil, I ventured into the living room to gaze out the window. Awe never seems distant when I take in the stillness of the morning. I raised the window a little and listened to the birds jointly making small talk to one another. All the chattering and squawking caused me to wonder if this is what Capital Hill sounds like prior to a session being called to order. I couldn't help it; another smile crossed my face.
Turning toward the sound of steam escaping from the kettle, I left the window and headed for that first sip of hot tea that either scalds my throat or sends a ripple of relaxation throughout my soul. I hope this morning it will be the latter.
Soothing, is a word used to describe the comfort of a good friend... or a warm cup of herbal lemon tea on a cold, dreary morning. Today, I think, it may be both. For today, after my morning ritual, I'll get all gussied up in my jeans and sweater to go to work, and then, I get to spend some relaxing time with my family. My precious mother, my awesome nephew, and my dear sister from Alabama are here in California visiting for a couple weeks. The only way this could be better is if my other two sisters and their families could join us, too. My mom and five sisters-friends in one room. The level of joy would only be surpassed with love and peace.
The miracle of connection is the most important element in our lives. My mom, all four of my sisters, and their families secured a place of residence in my heart many a year ago. How I wish we could all share this days together. At some point I know we will.
In the mean time, as I return to my bedroom to prepare for the day, I find my mood has lifted to a contented happiness. For I have a quaint, little home in the midst of a beautiful countryside, I have clothing, tea, memories, and so much more to keep my body and soul warm. And most importantly, I have the love of my family as well as my friends to bolster my heart.
This morning, in a twinkling of an eye, my sour mood was changed to one of contentment. I have much to be thankful for. My soul is fed by the connections of my heart. So, I'm pretty sure today is gonna be a good day.
I hope you have a good day, too. 😊
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