I arrived safely in the Poconos, and am glad to be in this incredibly beautiful place. Most of the leaves are down, but the beech are holding on to their golden brown leaves, and tie pines are tall and whisper with an alpine wind, a lovely, soothing sound. I can't walk far, but I can stand in the woods and breath. Last night on my way out, I stopped and watched a small doe for about 15 wonderful minutes, amazed that she was unfazed by the car, or me talking to her.
My parents are doing okay, considering their ages (80 &83) and that they don't relly enjoy each other's company very much-after 57 years of marriage. They compete for my attention, and I try to share it fairly, though each is deaf and it can be a trial. Plus, of course, it is a constant struggle not to revert back to childhood responses.
I see the irony, complaining when I've been blessed with another chance to visit with them. What a contrary creature I can be! I spend the nights at a hotel, because their cabin is not set up for overnight visitors. And I use that time to grow up again, ground myself, and come back smiling and full of love.
I miss having Rene with me here-my parents love her, too,but am working on remembering what it's like to travel alone. It's a mixed bag, but I am doing okay.
I have rigged up Rene's laptop here, but they are sure I'm going to mess up their phone lines for good- they are real technophobe's, who nevertheless manage to have a list of computer related chores for me to do while I'm here! I can't read journals here easily, either, though I do check my e-mail, because they don't want me to be on the phone line too long!
I am hoping to meet a J-Land friend here, and am really excited. I'll leave you guessing for now, but will tell as soon as we manage to connect.
Blessings, Margo
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I am glad you are having a good visit. Enjoy! Anne
I love staying in a hotel room alone. I think it verifies the fact that I am a grown-up. Glad you got away. It's always renewing in some way to be in a different atmosphere. Parents can be difficult to endure, especially when you aren't feeling well. What a treat to meet someone from J-Land!! I would love to do that. Have a wonderful trip! love, christa
It's such a beautiful area...I'd love to move there. Just waiting patiently for the husband to find a new job (he hates his current one) so we can move.
I've always wanted to see the Poconos...
Love you!
Connie
even though my dad was one of the pioneers in computers, he wants nothing to do with them now. both my folks live still in the 1940s. it's kinda cute, isn't it?
Hav a wondeful time!
You are so courageous. I'm glad that you have this chance to be with your folks, but please be extra kind to yourself too. Pennie
My Mother and Step-Father have a home in the Poconos. I haven't been there in ages. Now, after reading this, I am going to plan a trip.
Glad you are having a nice time.
Enjoy your trip and your time with your parents!
Peace, Virginia
I hope that you have a wonderful time:):):) love, judi
Sounds like quite the adventure. Waiting for the details, hope the meeting comes off well.
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