Hello Ol’ Friend

Every couple of months, since living in the Philippines, I get chest congestion and flu-like symptoms. It takes a couple of days and some rest for the symptoms to subside and I feel better. That’s been the case for the last few days. I awoke this morning with no fever, finally, and I’m feeling more like myself.

I’m back to writing.

I’d really like to say I’ve been employed in positions over my career where I missed work but that’s not true. I haven’t done anything that’s generated an income which, when absent, I actually missed, except for writing. It’s something that’s natural. I thoroughly enjoy this process. It’s soothing and something cathartic. Writing offers a sense of ease and for me, it’s as simple as breathing.

Perhaps that’s why I enjoy it so much. It doesn’t require much effort. Other than actually having to write, the writing itself isn’t something complicated or challenging.

Today, Sunday, October 13, 2019, I am grateful that:

I get to write. It’s a privilege, like any other, it can be revoked. I’m not certain how but it can.

Physically I feel better. It’s been a challenging few days. Lethargy sometimes confuses me, as I have a “streak of sloth.” So when I’m not feeling well and I’m not working as I like, I sometimes have challenges differentiating whether I’m sick or lazy.

I remembered Lamont’s birthday. I’ll reach out to him before I go to sleep tonight and send my regards/best wishes. Although our communications are limited, at best, it’s still something that needs to be done.

Be Impactful!