“What is the purpose of the giant sequoia tree? The purpose of the giant sequoia tree is to provide shade for the tiny titmouse.” – Edward Abbey
I’ve seen rainbows almost every day for the past week. I’m glad I took time to enjoy them. This one was seen from my bedroom balcony. — Photo by Pat Bean
And We’ve Had Rain
Flowers pop out everywhere in the desert after a rain, and I think this old painting of mine well captures the excitement of such a transformation.
I finally got caught up on my e-mail, household chores and a few other things yesterday after doing little for the past week but watching old Survivor seasons (recently added to Amazon Prime) on my computer, reading a lot, and walking dogs.
I’m retired, and so I shouldn’t feel guilty – but I do.
I wonder what my purpose in life is these days? It’s a question I’ve long pondered without coming up with a good answer.
Meanwhile, it feels good to once again have my fingers playing on my computer keyboard. And for today that’s enough. I’ve always found it best to simply live in the moment.
Bean Pat: Write like Han Solo http://tinyurl.com/kkuw8gs I found this to be a thought-provoking blog on writing.
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Maybe the purpose of your life these days is to read a lot, appreciate the rain, walk some dogs, enjoy Survivor, and ponder unanswerable questions. If so, you’re doing a great job!
This is good, Pat. Since I’ve retired and am unable to do almost everything I used to do I also wondered about my purpose in life. Then I came across this (or maybe I made it up *G*): The purpose of life is Life.
Your purpose is to keep pepper happy and continue to share experiences with us.. i for one enjoy my emails and dc has set up your blog to come so its easier for me to keep up with you… doing liver and onions on sunday yum
Rainy days are made for watching and reading and letting it all settle. The rhythm and cool air, clearing away the dust. All good things.
Jim