Snapping beans is so relaxing.
It doesn’t really take any thought. It is just a repetitive movement that is calming.
You could actually do it with your eyes closed.
I think our garden knows me.
Knows when I need some quiet, no thinking time. I say this because there are enough fresh green beans to feed a small army and hours worth of snapping.
Some days I need help. Not just with veggies but with anything that may pop up.
It is hard to ask for assistance.
I am the worst.
I want to do things myself, know it is getting done the way I want it done.
Those of you that knew me during my Bistro Lorene days know how crazy I was about my plates.
I am like that about a few things in life.
I will be 56 next month and if I’ve learned anything. It is I cant do everything by myself.
There will be a time I need to ask for help.
And that is ok.
The hard part is the asking.
We all know it, so why not be the one to offer help?
We can make life so much easier for each other if we offer our hand.
Simple phrases, easy to say….
Do you need anything from me before I go?
What can I do to help?
Let me do that for you.
I’ve got this, go have a cup of coffee.
You look like you need a breather, let me finish that.
Here, let me help.
But don’t wait for an offer of help. Be kind to yourself. Take care of you. These bodies don’t last forever. The less wear and tear we put on them the better.
The same goes for your mind.
Stress can tear down your immune system, weaken you mentally and physically.
Thank you to all of you that help me on a daily basis. It may be a task on my to do list or just a motivating chat, urging me to take a breather.
I appreciate your kindness.
And if you ever need help relaxing, I have a basket of beans with your name on them.
Love Big.
Lorene
