Depressing

I have lost two roses in the past week or so, Crepsucule and Souvenir d'Elise Vardon. I feel like crying every time I think about these losses. I think it was because of stress from drought conditions the past few years, they were in pots, and the past week or so, I've not been up on handwatering them like I should have been. They were both so wonderful and I loved their beauty and scents.

The heat and humidity have been horrible this past week, with almost record highs for this time of year, in the high 80's feeling like it's in the high 90's because of the humidity. It is frustrating working out in this kind of weather. We are so 'ready' for cooler weather. I mean, this is October already. We had 2 or 3 really nice days the week before and we thought, yes, it's about time, then we got whammed with this late blast of summer weather, and we are hoping it's the last blast. The weather is supposed to stay like this for a couple more weeks. UGH!

Alas though, all is not lost. Today is a new day, a new beginning. I have much to be thankful to God for. Life is precious and none of us knows how much time we have left. Letting things get us down takes away from the joyous moments that we are blessed with each day. I still have other roses, we have our little cottage, we have clothing and food, we have love.

I wish all of you a wonderful day today and a great week. Look for the good, the beautiful and meaningful in each day. Let the negative stuff roll off, straighten your shoulders, hold your head high, smile, and be thankful. Get out and do something creative, relaxing, meditative or fun.

~ Every end is a new beginning ~
A Proverb

~ Every day is a new beginning.
Treat it that way.
Stay away from what might have been,
and look at what can be. ~

Marsha Petrie Sue

Zone 10 ~ s.e. FL