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Ángel Michel's avatar

Love this post, definitely speaking to where I feel lately, and then I look up and have my knowing that I believe in tge Divine timing of things and this is just maybe a season to water and nurture the place I’m in. Thanks so much for sharing this 😇

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Celia Ellery's avatar

You do always have just the right thing to say to remind me that hope is all around us. We just have to notice it. I have had blinders on for awhile, due to some health issues of my own, and your writing reminds me to take the blinders off and focus outward for awhile, to look at beauty all around us. Thanks so much for your insightful and graceful writing. It means so much.

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D. Michele Perry's avatar

Celia - Thank you for your encouragement. It means so much to know this is connecting. I think sometimes we think people who have large followings must be inundated with support, but often it is very quiet. And your encouragement means the world. Thank you!

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Mary's avatar

Thanks for this Michele! I've been feeling like it's too late to be out there in the world trying to make a difference. Like I should have done it in my 30's and 40's. I turn 65 next month and you've re-energized me to start THIS new season with more curiosity. So appreciate all you write... where does it all come from? Always grateful for your wit and wisdom.

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D. Michele Perry's avatar

Wit and wisdom... THAT is high praise. Thank you for helping my week to start off with a huge smile ear to ear. And happy early birthday! May it be filled with curiosity and joy!

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Joan M Brenner's avatar

I just finished enjoying mixed lettuce and tomatoes grown from my indoor (hydroponic) and outdoor balcony gardens. Nothing like home grown veges. I had a lot of upheaval/grief & healing the last ten years and when I turned 60 I sat with myself and said “it’s ok not to grieve anymore” I call my 50’s my grieving years. And no I am focusing on what I want to fill my life with going forward. Even with the madness going on, I came to the conclusion that in the most challenging of times it’s creativity and creatives that are more important than ever. Thank you for the post. Happy gardening

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D. Michele Perry's avatar

What a powerful insight Joan! To give yourself permission that it's ok to stop grieving. That hits home for me too. I completely agree we need creatives and creativity more than ever. Thank you for being here!

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Barbara OConnor's avatar

I am currently caring for my husband with dementia. I feel like my life is on hold, unable to make a plan or take a step forward. Not sure if its a season, but its hard to feel hope that things will get better.

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Ángel Michel's avatar

Barbara, and the lovely women who are caregiving journey or have been there, you help to make others like us not feel alone. And that is so needed when it does feel like a lonely place, especially when loved ones feel so far away, even when next to you sometimes. I just wanted to say I send you all a big hug of loving energy in words today. We are not alone. Keep the faith 😇

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D. Michele Perry's avatar

Barbara, having been the primary caregiver for my mom with cancer and my dad with dementia/kidney failure, at the same time... it can be a brutal journey. For me, my life was on hold... it was more helpful to look look for little moments that made me smile. A light ray landing just so, a kindness from a nurse... and some days I didn't have enough energy to even do that. It felt like it would never end and because I dearly loved my parents, I felt so guilty for wanting it to be different because it meant they would no longer be present in the same way. But sometimes the smallest moments. A quiet cup of tea. Breathing for 5 minutes watching the trees. Helped me keep going. Sending you so much love. 💛

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Mary's avatar

Barbara, I know how incredibly difficult caring for your husband must be. My mother lived with dementia until she passed away in February. I hope you have (or can find) others to support you. It's exhausting! I found many community and healthcare resources to help share her care needs so that I could have a little space for myself. Reach out to others! Now that I am on the other side of that experience... I can tell you a better season will come around again... not a perfect one, but one that offers at least a bit of relief. You're in my thoughts.

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Sonna Gusky's avatar

Beautifully written! I live in Florida also. I know you have a worldwide community via social media but you also have a community close by if needed!

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D. Michele Perry's avatar

Sonna, I'm so happy to connect with another Florida friend! Thank you!

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Kathryn Morse Morganelli's avatar

Good morning. Yes, being present in the now . I lived and moved in and out of the Florida land of green and blossoms. The last visit I felt as a form of saying goodbye to that fruit held within me and now, well now, I choose to bloom from darkness into light as both are required! I adore your insight sharing.

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D. Michele Perry's avatar

Kathryn, thank you so much! 💛

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Rebecca Self's avatar

Oh... needed this. Feel so late -- like it's too late. Your content is always just the right thing... how do you do that?! - RebeccaInSwitzerland

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D. Michele Perry's avatar

Rebecca, honestly... I write the words I need to hear and trust there are others who might find them helpful as well! I'm always amazed when I hear how they connect and very grateful.

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Kimberly Conrad's avatar

Love all that you post

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D. Michele Perry's avatar

💛 💛 💛

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Marpy Hayse's avatar

Love this!

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D. Michele Perry's avatar

Thank you!!! 🥰

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Michele Kudrich's avatar

Just wondering how far north you are contemplating.

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D. Michele Perry's avatar

Minnesota! 🩵❄️

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