While a million moments is only a couple of years, the main idea is to savor and experience each moment, absent the thousands of bias judgements I have compiled over my lifetime. Instead, each moment is new, unique, precious -- filled with possibilities. Each new person I meet has the potential to be a lifelong friend, and each conversation, with known acquaintance, can lead to new, deep revelations and connections.
Wednesday, January 22, 2020
Friday, January 10, 2020
Christmas and New Years
We seek to be a part of a family, club, lodge, fraternity, community -- a place we call home. While my family has been the central component of my "home", I am at a stage in my life, where want to meet new people and expand this universe, so I have joined the Odd Fellows, a Meditation practice, and a walking club. I am meeting new people, appreciating the wisdom of age, and exploring new possibilities. With this post, I share about the Holiday season -- which has come and gone.
Vacation started with a trip to Monterey with Mae and Eli. Pearl was feeling ill, so she did not attend. My primary concern was the forecast for rain and the long drive. But, the trip was a success. Everyone had a good time. I particularly enjoyed visiting old restaurants and memories from when we lived in Monterey. These photos are from Lover's Point and the Pacific Grove, Natural History Museum.
Our tradition of attending Christmas eve service and opening family gifts continued this year. Pearl made a wonderful dinner and opening gifts was fun. I remember how special this felt a year ago and wondered, with my mild depression, if I could feel the joy again -- and I did! The warmth of being with family.
We attended a Kings game the day after Christmas. Ken and Jeannie's family stayed the night, while some went to the basketball game, others went ice skating, and others heard a presentation by Cornel West. Jeannie also taught us Ma Jong at Arlene's house.
Pearl and I attended the Odd Fellows New Years Eve party. As I meet more people, I have seen fellow members at other Davis events. I particularly enjoyed dancing at Parkside Bar and Lounge on G Street. The best advice I learned recently is to dance like no one is watching!
One special occasion was lighting a candle at Diana's house in memory of loved ones who had passed on. I miss Mom and Dad.
Vacation started with a trip to Monterey with Mae and Eli. Pearl was feeling ill, so she did not attend. My primary concern was the forecast for rain and the long drive. But, the trip was a success. Everyone had a good time. I particularly enjoyed visiting old restaurants and memories from when we lived in Monterey. These photos are from Lover's Point and the Pacific Grove, Natural History Museum.
One special occasion was lighting a candle at Diana's house in memory of loved ones who had passed on. I miss Mom and Dad.
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