Really enjoy your writing (my introduction to it was when I added Hunt, Gather, Cook to my kitchen bookshelf). Here in Vermont we just got one of the larger snow storms of the year, but even so, it definitely feels like spring is around the corner.
Felt this one pretty deep. Like others have said I’m also trying to get out of a very long personal winter and am just maybe starting to see signs of life in myself again. Always look forward to your posts.
I love this. As someone who is entering a year of quasi homelessness, before moving to a different city, this post resonates with exactly what i am looking for in my next community. In some ways, embracing these years of change before settling in is where my focus is.
Your words are spot on, Hank. Spiritually, Spring is a time of rebirth, renewal, and welcoming new growth. It sounds like you are embracing your “Spring” to the fullest. Congratulations!
On a lighter note, my wife says that a sure sign of spring for her is seeing me in our yard with my head thrown back and eyes cast upward, as I watch geese, sandhills, and swans fly overhead as they migrate along the St. Croix River. It’s a small pleasure in life that helps get me energized each spring. I just have to watch for tree branches and gopher holes!🤣
Great article as usual Hank! Having gone through the exact same thing at the same time believe I know. My routines are returning organic garden bed is prepped fishing weekly has been productive. Just the simple act of casting has been therapeutic. The freezers are full and soon the offshore fishing snapper season etc. The Syrens songs are healing me along with your website last night John Links fish courtbouillon with fresh bass fillets so good it turned into breakfast as well more cookbooks please.
Welcome.
Good to hear Hank! I am in a hard winter in my own life right now. Your post gives me hope that the seasons do change. Thank you
Really enjoy your writing (my introduction to it was when I added Hunt, Gather, Cook to my kitchen bookshelf). Here in Vermont we just got one of the larger snow storms of the year, but even so, it definitely feels like spring is around the corner.
Felt this one pretty deep. Like others have said I’m also trying to get out of a very long personal winter and am just maybe starting to see signs of life in myself again. Always look forward to your posts.
Perfect. Congratulations. There is always a way forward.
Sounds like you are finally in a “Good Place” in life!
I love this. As someone who is entering a year of quasi homelessness, before moving to a different city, this post resonates with exactly what i am looking for in my next community. In some ways, embracing these years of change before settling in is where my focus is.
So happy for you, Hank. Have u been over to Cossetta’s yet? Italian grocery.
Hank,
Congratulations - nice to be home!
Tad
Your words are spot on, Hank. Spiritually, Spring is a time of rebirth, renewal, and welcoming new growth. It sounds like you are embracing your “Spring” to the fullest. Congratulations!
On a lighter note, my wife says that a sure sign of spring for her is seeing me in our yard with my head thrown back and eyes cast upward, as I watch geese, sandhills, and swans fly overhead as they migrate along the St. Croix River. It’s a small pleasure in life that helps get me energized each spring. I just have to watch for tree branches and gopher holes!🤣
Hank, you’re a phoenix. Enduring what you have, though would certainly be purgative!
Ditching the TV was a terrific move!
Great article as usual Hank! Having gone through the exact same thing at the same time believe I know. My routines are returning organic garden bed is prepped fishing weekly has been productive. Just the simple act of casting has been therapeutic. The freezers are full and soon the offshore fishing snapper season etc. The Syrens songs are healing me along with your website last night John Links fish courtbouillon with fresh bass fillets so good it turned into breakfast as well more cookbooks please.
You may enjoy the book "Educated" by Tara Westover. Books are wonderful.
I'm sorry to hear about your troubles, but congratulations on getting through them and landing on your feet. I know it's not easy.
This is just lovely. And the idea of starting over with just one chair sounds wonderful to me, as I feel like I am drowning in possessions.
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