The wind is going at it this morning.
Another ponytail day.
I like when nature dictates a ponytail.
Its easy, comfortable and simple.
The older I get the more important comfort is to me. Trying to impress people like when I was young just doesn’t happen anymore.
I remember using a hanger in the holes of my jeans zipper to pull it up. Sometimes a pair of pliers. Tight, starched jeans. Oh my, now IF I wear jeans, there is spandex involved.
Skirts and sun dresses are what’s best for me now. No pantyhose to fake a tan. I am white. I glow in the dark. It’s fine. I’m fine. I embraced it. No socks if possible either.
Slip on shoes. No laces. Easy and simple.
I was never one for a lot of make up, maybe some mascara and lip gloss. Going out meant some face powder and blush. Now, I wash my face and smile. So much simpler and time for an extra cup of coffee.
Is it being lazy?
I don’t think so.
I have learned over the years to live for me. Not anyone else.
If I am comfortable and it makes me happy, so be it.
If I would rather have an extra cup of coffee in the morning than spend 30 minutes fixing my hair or face,
I will.
And be happy about it.
I have never had anyone tell me I should wear make up.
I should dress up more.
I should curl my hair.
I should wear high heels.
And no one better.
They may get a lesson on loving themselves.
At my age, I have come to realize time is precious.
I wish I had learned that early in life.
Every second should be spent happy.
Spent with family, friends and people that help make you happy.
It’s ok to not include toxic people.
Read that again.
Even if its family.
Once you spend time, you can’t earn any more. The account slowly dwindles away.
One and done every minute of the day.
When I am on the couch watching mindless television, all day on a Saturday I used to feel like I wasted the day away.
Now I know I am actually spending time with me. And that’s important.
Because I am important.
I need quality time too.
Time to recharge.
Time to just be.
And I will never feel guilty taking it.
I have simplified my life. Now if I could just declutter what I’ve amassed over the decades…
Well, since it’s a ponytail day. I am having another cup of coffee.
Spend a few extra minutes with me.
Love big
Lorene
