I love that you return to the same place and holiday home each year. I think there are a lot of us out there that crave the familiar. For me it’s Southwold, i started to go when I was 9, first camping then a static caravan. I introduced my husband to it, taking our daughters for long summer holidays in the caravan. We now go each year staying in holiday cottages, getting bigger as the family has grown with the introduction in son in laws and grandchildren. We do the same things, same walks it never grows old. I can’t imagine a year without a visit. Familiar is good, even if it has changed over the last 58 years!
There is a such comfort in the familiar isn't there. I do like a good explore from time to time but for certain holidays we just have to return to what feels like our second home. The year wouldn't be complete without it.
This post touched a nerve, mid life, children on the cusp of adulthood, how my body has changed....Dorset is our place to go to when we need to reset, I have been going there since I was a child and my children since they were small. I need the open expanse of the sea, my daughter is like me. My son on the other hand is entranced by the bright lights of London. A city dweller like his Dad x
It seems like suddenly there are a lot of changes all at once aren't there? I think at times like that it's even more important to listen to that inner voice, rather than being distracted by all the hustle and bustle of external events.
Can totally relate as I come to terms with another phase in my life’s journey. I’m 64 years old and awaiting a total hip replacement so my life is currently on hold. In the wider scheme of things I’m lucky...... it’s fixable and by mid January I will have had my surgery. But when your body changes and/or let’s you down it does make you reflect on the passing years. With regard to gut instinct I’ve found that a lot of my major life decisions have been made on that alone, it’s ultimately all I have to fall back on!
Dealing with life changes is hard isn't it. On the one hand I'm grateful to be ageing at all, as it's a privilege denied to so many. Yet at the same time it's a battle to not be cross at your body when it won't do what you want. Hopefully the weeks pass smoothly until your operation comes around xx
Thanks Louise. It’s rather ironic as when I was immersed in children and work balances in my 30s I would often fantasise about having unending down time. Now that I have it I’m not sure I want it. A lesson in patience and sitting still. As you so rightly say, aging is a privilege, and I witnessed it denied to many during my nursing career.
Oh gosh Louise, I am 37 and basically thinking of making a return to my old stomping ground of Peckham but I can't find any space (make that room rental) that feels "right". Or is "Perfect". Maybe I will settle for something imperfect. I might have to put this plan off til January. Something I hadn't accounted for. I am trying to listen to my gut but it's all a bit confused.
This was such a wonderful read. I try to trust my gut, but it took me a long time to feel like my opinions matter so every now and again it’s good to have a reminder - this was a great and timely reminder! Thank you, Louise!
Reminds me how small I Am within the universe ~ yet fills me with my deepest truest self and suddenly I Am formless and majestically aware of my gifts. Your journey shared was a gem to read!
Congratulations on such a loving family. You did a wonderful job of building that with your sons.
I relate very much to learning what the body will and will not do these days. It’s quite surprising sometimes what it will no longer do. But it does enough. ❤️
Ohh interesting Louise, from your reflections you might be right to trust your gut, or your spleen perhaps... in human design there are a few different ideal ways to trust yourself, mine is my gut and I definitely can tell a yes from a no these days... and yes my reflections are similar, looking back I hear so many nooooo's! But I went ahead anyway... thank goodness I've caught on to what my body is telling me these days - I love the wisdom we gain with age and so leaning into it all :)
Lately my gut has been very active. The other day I was having bad back pains. I’m visiting my parents, and my Mom said before I go to bed she’ll give me one of her back pills. Immediately my gut said to check the pill. Normally I wouldn’t have thought twice and just taken it. Later that evening she handed it to me and I asked her what is was. It was a medication I’m very allergic to. So glad I listened.
Oh, I know that feeling of expecting your body to do what it did twenty years ago. It took me quite a while to come to terms with the fact that it's different now.
I love that you return to the same place and holiday home each year. I think there are a lot of us out there that crave the familiar. For me it’s Southwold, i started to go when I was 9, first camping then a static caravan. I introduced my husband to it, taking our daughters for long summer holidays in the caravan. We now go each year staying in holiday cottages, getting bigger as the family has grown with the introduction in son in laws and grandchildren. We do the same things, same walks it never grows old. I can’t imagine a year without a visit. Familiar is good, even if it has changed over the last 58 years!
There is a such comfort in the familiar isn't there. I do like a good explore from time to time but for certain holidays we just have to return to what feels like our second home. The year wouldn't be complete without it.
This is such good advice. I have never gone wrong when trusting my gut. Your body will tell you when something is wrong or you need help.
Absolutely. It's easy to disregard that internal voice isn't it, when really it is the only voice that's truly looking out for us.
This post touched a nerve, mid life, children on the cusp of adulthood, how my body has changed....Dorset is our place to go to when we need to reset, I have been going there since I was a child and my children since they were small. I need the open expanse of the sea, my daughter is like me. My son on the other hand is entranced by the bright lights of London. A city dweller like his Dad x
It seems like suddenly there are a lot of changes all at once aren't there? I think at times like that it's even more important to listen to that inner voice, rather than being distracted by all the hustle and bustle of external events.
Can totally relate as I come to terms with another phase in my life’s journey. I’m 64 years old and awaiting a total hip replacement so my life is currently on hold. In the wider scheme of things I’m lucky...... it’s fixable and by mid January I will have had my surgery. But when your body changes and/or let’s you down it does make you reflect on the passing years. With regard to gut instinct I’ve found that a lot of my major life decisions have been made on that alone, it’s ultimately all I have to fall back on!
Dealing with life changes is hard isn't it. On the one hand I'm grateful to be ageing at all, as it's a privilege denied to so many. Yet at the same time it's a battle to not be cross at your body when it won't do what you want. Hopefully the weeks pass smoothly until your operation comes around xx
Thanks Louise. It’s rather ironic as when I was immersed in children and work balances in my 30s I would often fantasise about having unending down time. Now that I have it I’m not sure I want it. A lesson in patience and sitting still. As you so rightly say, aging is a privilege, and I witnessed it denied to many during my nursing career.
Oh gosh Louise, I am 37 and basically thinking of making a return to my old stomping ground of Peckham but I can't find any space (make that room rental) that feels "right". Or is "Perfect". Maybe I will settle for something imperfect. I might have to put this plan off til January. Something I hadn't accounted for. I am trying to listen to my gut but it's all a bit confused.
It's difficult isn't it when you have so many conflicting feelings. I hope you manage to find something that works for you soon.
This was such a wonderful read. I try to trust my gut, but it took me a long time to feel like my opinions matter so every now and again it’s good to have a reminder - this was a great and timely reminder! Thank you, Louise!
I think we all need a bit of a reminder from time to time
Absolutely! 🩷
That picture is beautiful and I want to visit now. I could use a week in nature. Or maybe two. Can I just go hibernate there for the winter?
For me it’s the mountains in Colorado!
Reminds me how small I Am within the universe ~ yet fills me with my deepest truest self and suddenly I Am formless and majestically aware of my gifts. Your journey shared was a gem to read!
Congratulations on such a loving family. You did a wonderful job of building that with your sons.
I relate very much to learning what the body will and will not do these days. It’s quite surprising sometimes what it will no longer do. But it does enough. ❤️
I trust something mysterious. Can't explain it.
Ohh interesting Louise, from your reflections you might be right to trust your gut, or your spleen perhaps... in human design there are a few different ideal ways to trust yourself, mine is my gut and I definitely can tell a yes from a no these days... and yes my reflections are similar, looking back I hear so many nooooo's! But I went ahead anyway... thank goodness I've caught on to what my body is telling me these days - I love the wisdom we gain with age and so leaning into it all :)
Loved this post. And the fact that you include photos - so beautiful, and giving me inspo!
How wonderful going to a cabin in autumn!
Lately my gut has been very active. The other day I was having bad back pains. I’m visiting my parents, and my Mom said before I go to bed she’ll give me one of her back pills. Immediately my gut said to check the pill. Normally I wouldn’t have thought twice and just taken it. Later that evening she handed it to me and I asked her what is was. It was a medication I’m very allergic to. So glad I listened.
Oh, I know that feeling of expecting your body to do what it did twenty years ago. It took me quite a while to come to terms with the fact that it's different now.