Some days you just gotta ride

Many years ago when I was in my 20’s I set my intention to retire by the time I was 50, convienced that was old.  Well it’s not.  Anyway when I hit the big 50 I tried to retire.  It didn’t stick.  A couple more attempts got me there by the time I was pushing 54.  Close enough I’ll take it I said.  So let me just say that “retired” is not a dirty word in my vocabulary.  It doesn’t mean I’m worthless or I spend my time doing nothing, though I can if I want.  It means to me that I can decide each day or even moment to moment exactly what I want to do with my time.  Of course I have responsibilities.  There are critters to be feed, laundry to do, and on occasion I sweep the floor.  But for the most part my time is mine.  That sounds great doesn’t it?  Well it is, but it has been a big adjustment.  I tried to embrace this new found freedom but I was plagued by the ought to’s,  got to’s, and should have’s.  I felt quilty for not being productive in the same way I was as a working woman, even though I had planned for my retirement and the plan was working.  I am delighted to report that now at the tender age of 55 I think I’ve got it!   I am excited most everyday about what new adventure is in store for me.  I often wonder when I ever had time to work!  Sometimes I still pinch myself to see if this is all real.  Then I smile and say, “Good job Trish, you are a hard workin woman.  You deserve exactly what you have co-created.  Do whatever you want! Live your life in joy and gratitude. What better way to honor your Creator, the Divine Mother/Father.   So today I saddled up “Ed” and took a ride.  It never crossed my mind that there were more improtant things I should be doing.   The spontanious pleasures of retirement….how sweet it is………..

So set your intention and have a great Tuesday afternoon!

Eve- My Latest Piece In The Works

Hey Whoever might be looking 🙂

Such and interesting experience “putting yourself out there”  for all to see.  A vunerable, humble and grounded place I find myself.  This very busy and fullfilling time in my life.  It seems that things are coming forward that have been in the back ground for a really long time and I am having a blast.  One of my favorite sayings comes to mind:  “Be true to yourself even at the risk of disappointing others”

Welcome!