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The Week Between

Wednesday, December 27, 2023

What in your life sparks your gratitude?
And makes it real, not a platitude?
For me it’s a way
Of viewing the day,
With Light, a more positive attitude.

Here we are — I call this 
“The Week Between”.

Between Christmas and New Year’s Day,
That week that sits infused with 
Lingering thoughts of what 
Christmas time held for me.

Eating special snacks, sauces, sweets 
Made especially for, and gifted to, our
Gluten Free household.

Hopefully writing a thank you
For items and attention that we received.

The other part, is the stirring of thoughts —
A New Year and what it may hold.
What will be different?
What will be possible?

How can I maximize noticing 
My wonderfully predictable days
Of familiar routine and loving friends?

The week is almost a combo of
What’s past and experienced;
Plus, the “road” stretching
Forward in our time horizon. 

Past and Future.
I’m reminded of the quote from Elanore Rosevelt —
The gist of which is “we have the present”.

Good reminder.
Thanks, Elanore!

Sending genuine wishes for a Happy New Year!

Hugs.
Lin

Bob, making traditional Christmas Eve chowder
Bob, making traditional Christmas Eve chowder
Lin and seasonal lights.
Lin and seasonal lights.
Carol sing-along with friends at Village
Carol sing-along with friends at Village
Fine Craft Collective show.
Fine Craft Collective show. 
Fine Craft Collective show.
Fine Craft Collective show.
Lin Bruce
 

Lin McLaughlin Bruce uses stories of her cross-country bicycle adventures post age 60 to inspire and encourage people to reach beyond perceived limitations. In her words, "It's never too late to say 'yes' to bigger things!"

Jerri Hurlbutt - December 27, 2023

Lin and Bob–I love these photos of you two, appropriately with wheels on the wall behind you! Sending warm wishes for the week between and into the next year! Hugs–Jerri

Maggie - December 27, 2023

Beautiful pictures! Sending holiday joy and love!

Jill R Swanson - December 27, 2023

What a great reminder of how we can use this “week between!” Thank you Lin, for continuing to inspire me 🙂

    Lin Bruce - December 27, 2023

    I am honored to get to be a continuing thread in your life, Jill! 🙂

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