It was peacefully silent on the beach this morning; just me, two “toy” dogs and their owner, and a couple of gulls. Clouds were rushing by, providing more sun than was forecast. On a scale of 1-10, solitude was a perfect 10.
I have about two weeks left at the cottage so I’ve been thinking about how I will continue these solitude times back home, although clearly I won’t have the same large chunks. It’s the same for most of you reading this blog. “How can I craft out some solitude for myself in my busy life? “ you ask.
As a start, you have to believe in your heart of hearts that you deserve some, and if necessary, speak up for it--and then take it. My household is simple, just me and my husband, who also likes solitude, so the challenge is relatively easy--I have the time. I just have to take it.
I have about two weeks left at the cottage so I’ve been thinking about how I will continue these solitude times back home, although clearly I won’t have the same large chunks. It’s the same for most of you reading this blog. “How can I craft out some solitude for myself in my busy life? “ you ask.
As a start, you have to believe in your heart of hearts that you deserve some, and if necessary, speak up for it--and then take it. My household is simple, just me and my husband, who also likes solitude, so the challenge is relatively easy--I have the time. I just have to take it.