I couldn’t muster the energy to post a Five Things Friday two days ago. I needed to mourn… but I realized that writing also helps me remember the small things that I’m thankful for. I know most people say it gets easier, but I think it gets harder because initially you’re in shock… then it starts to sink in. Evenings are the most difficult, those quiet and contemplative hours when you’re not as occupied with the daily buzz of life.
But through my deep sadness over the much-too-soon passing of our chicken, Gisele, I try to be optimistic because I really do believe that this short life we all live should be celebrated. I’m thankful for the two fun and wonderful years I had with Gisele, and for everything she has taught me.
I can say, without a doubt, that having the rare and awesome opportunity to raise her (and her sisters) has changed my life profoundly. And realizing that is the Number One thing that made my week.
Here are five more things that made my week last week (actually last weekend, on our drive through the Arizona desert… more on that soon!).
All of these pictures were taken by the real photographer in the family, my husband and my rock, Will Taylor.
1. Road trip.
2. Gettin’ my kicks.
3. Abandoned bus. Middle of nowhere. Tempted to bring it home.
4. Wildflowers galore in summertime, thanks to 22 straight days of monsoon rains.
5. My own little paradise. Or not so little. Beaver Falls in Havasupai… I’m still stunned we were the only people there that afternoon.
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Linda Ly
October 3, 2013 at 9:37 pmThanks Sheila!
Sheila Su
October 3, 2013 at 5:29 amYour photo reminds me of Catherine McCormack in Braveheart http://showbizgeek.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/Screen-Shot-2013-03-28-at-01.18.51.png
It set me off googling and I found what she looks like now 🙁
BTW I love your photos and your lifestyle! Looks amazing 🙂
Beverly Blackburn Avery
September 24, 2013 at 11:53 amBeverly Blackburn Avery liked this on Facebook.
Chad King
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Friv Jogos
September 24, 2013 at 3:40 amIt’s great for the frame, the gentle and somewhat warm. Add even more peace.
theGardenBetty
September 23, 2013 at 9:01 pmThings to be thankful for in life, even in times of deep sadness: Six Things Sunday http://t.co/iGHnMfQtrs #roadtrip #inspiration
theGardenBetty
September 23, 2013 at 3:01 pmRemembering my hen and celebrating this short life we all have: Six Things Sunday http://t.co/CWTvXqehLB #travel #inspirations
theGardenBetty
September 23, 2013 at 9:03 amA sweet realization, plus the little things that made me smile last week. Six Things Sunday http://t.co/pPNv0KiXUM #travel #inspiration
theGardenBetty
September 22, 2013 at 6:01 pmEven in sad times, life should be celebrated. Six Things Sunday http://t.co/aOLQ9nARnn #roadtrip #inspiration
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theGardenBetty
September 22, 2013 at 12:01 pmBecause I missed it on Friday… the beautiful things that made my week last week: Six Things Sunday http://t.co/ktINOKSxlS #inspirations
Paula Stump
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shana
September 22, 2013 at 10:29 amWas the water cold, cold? Nice capture!
Linda Ly
September 22, 2013 at 1:25 pmIt was a little cold, but still comfortable to swim around in. After a hot hike, it was heaven!
Paula Stump
September 22, 2013 at 9:45 amLove her website….
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Susann
September 22, 2013 at 7:03 amWow. The pictures look amazing.
denise
September 22, 2013 at 6:54 amthat last picture is amazing!
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Elisa Arif
September 22, 2013 at 6:10 amWow, you captured the beauty of Arizona.. Awesome pics!
BG_garden
September 22, 2013 at 6:01 amSix Things Sunday: I couldn’t muster the energy to post a Five Things Friday two days ago. I needed to mourn… … http://t.co/E5MkzzaTxw