one pleasure at a time

After the storm cleared the other evening we were treated to its picturesque remnant. It was too damp to sit out on the porch to enjoy it for long, but enjoy it we did!

Back at the ranch we have had some glorious spring weather. Coolish days and cool nights. What a breath of fresh spring and a delightful change of pace from the usual April temperatures, which can hit the 80's early in the month and stay there.

Junior is home and Ken is keeping him busy partnering with work. I've been hit or miss in the productivity department. I have come to terms with the reality that events and losses of this winter/spring have tipped me into a depression. Although I am not in a deep funk and effectively "paralyzed," it is easy to feel overwhelmed by the most basic tasks. One thing at a time. One triumph at a time. Being tender with myself is a constant necessity. Holing in and withdrawing is second nature. Please forgive my silence and absence. This is a difficult time.