Tool and The Lazy River

As always, it’s been a while since I’ve been here and I wanted to share something that's been on my mind lately. I've been feeling a bit spiritually disconnected recently (as per the norm), and it's been quite a journey trying to find my way back to that inner peace. Life has its way of throwing curveballs at us, doesn't it? There's this underlying restlessness that just won't fade away, and it's been a bit of a challenge to navigate.

With the demands of work constantly tugging at my patience and the lingering issues surrounding the sale of my home, letting go of stress seems like something for which I shouldn’t hold my breath.  I'm sure many of you can relate – those relentless thoughts, that constant buzz in the back of your mind. It's like trying to catch a fleeting breeze with your bare hands. But you know what they say – where there's a will, there's a way. Amidst the chaos, I've stumbled upon a little oasis of relaxation – the lazy river amenity at my apartment complex. Is it silly that instead of tarot, or purposeful meditation, I’m finding calm in just putting on my earbuds, immersing myself in Tool and gently drift along the lazy river on a floaty.

There's something I acknowledge as utterly therapeutic about floating in the open sun and letting the music fill my mind.  The world melts away for those precious moments, and it's just me, the water, the music, and a sense of freedom that's hard to find elsewhere. Sure, I might end up sunburnt more than I desire, but it's a small price to pay for an hour escape.

In my battle between focus and sanity, I do see a glimmer of hope on the horizon. The stressors that have been weighing me down seem to be gradually fading, and there's a lightness in the air that I haven't felt in a while. I must admit:  Change is constant, and this too shall pass.

I want to extend gratitude to every one of you for sticking around. I know my posts haven't been as consistent lately, and your continued attention means a lot to me.  Life has its ups and downs, and your presence on this journey makes it all the more meaningful. So, here's to floating down the lazy river of life, even when the waters get a bit turbulent. Here's to finding solace in unexpected places, to the healing power of music, and to the strength that comes from acknowledging our struggles.

I’ll be back as I always am. I admit that there’s still a lot of work to be done on this blog outside of talking about my life.