Don't be sad...

I am going to attempt a "real" photo today - this will be iffy since at AT&T 3G is slower than molasses.

Hubs and Virginia left this morning at 9 and I stood in the driveway and watched until they were out of sight, heart heavy. I am utterly exhausted - the emotional ache of watching someone you love suffer Alzheimer's, the extended period without heat or power, the fact that it has been exactly one year since Virginia's only sister, Rosie, passed away...I think it all caught up with me today. I spent several hours cleaning the house - trying to keep busy. Then slept for an hour, then bundled up and took my camera out.

Having a camera in my hand is the best therapy I know. Something about it allows me to let go of the burdens and forget everything except what I see in the viewfinder. Do you know what I mean?

It is cold and blustery today and the birds are out in numbers so it was a wonderfully therapeutic hour for me. This shot is of a purple finch with a puffy goldfinch in the background, in cropped and sooc.

I've gotten around to a few of your journals but the connection is so slow that commenting is difficult. But it was wonderful to see so many beautiful images - thank you. And thank you for sending yesterday's blip to the spotlight. OutdoorGuy pointed out that one year ago, yesterday, I did a self portrait - i'd forgotten that. One year ago, today, we were driving back from Maine after learning of the death of Aunt Rosie.

Xxoo
Debbi