Cyclical - all of it. Each change of course has its own version of these ruminations. When the baby does finally arrive. That first day of primary school. When you're 45-50ish and realize the kids are rapidly slipping into their own adulthood. Again, when you're anticipating grandchildren. And many times between then and now and afterwards. It's a beautiful journey. (BTW, I often pause in surprise that I'm no longer 18.)
Have you ever tried any of those full spectrum "happy lights"? I haven't, but have considered it. I hear mixed reviews about their effectiveness.
I'm sorry that you're going through this, Natalie, but oh wow, your writing.
Hard relate, by the way. Same time of life, too - I was 26 - almost half my lifetime ago - when it first hit me hard.
You express your feelings and surroundings so beautifully in words. A stunning post. x
Cyclical - all of it. Each change of course has its own version of these ruminations. When the baby does finally arrive. That first day of primary school. When you're 45-50ish and realize the kids are rapidly slipping into their own adulthood. Again, when you're anticipating grandchildren. And many times between then and now and afterwards. It's a beautiful journey. (BTW, I often pause in surprise that I'm no longer 18.)
Have you ever tried any of those full spectrum "happy lights"? I haven't, but have considered it. I hear mixed reviews about their effectiveness.