I’m not sure i believe in midlife crisis. I think it’s perfectly natural to shift our priorities and urgencies, to evaluate and ask ourselves the crucial questions (how do I really want to spend my short time on the planet? etc) when we see more clearly the unseeable view of our own mortality. It’s a good thing. Thank you for your ever-wonderful words
I completely agree with despite somewhat internalising it. It’s a phrase that has been uttered to me a number of times (meant in a loving and joking way) as I’ve diverted from what others perceive as the ‘life less ordinary’. It’s amazing what sticks in your head. It reminds me of the phrase ‘if they’ve never been to the place you’re going, don’t ask for directions’. It’s always a good one to remember!
Beautiful, as always. And keep going. I moved into horticulture after decades in PR at the age of 40 - my first year of study was the last of dad’s life and the studying and being in nature was very helpful for me in that time. Also - nature is everything. Big hugs to you and your wonderful dad x
I’m not sure i believe in midlife crisis. I think it’s perfectly natural to shift our priorities and urgencies, to evaluate and ask ourselves the crucial questions (how do I really want to spend my short time on the planet? etc) when we see more clearly the unseeable view of our own mortality. It’s a good thing. Thank you for your ever-wonderful words
I completely agree with despite somewhat internalising it. It’s a phrase that has been uttered to me a number of times (meant in a loving and joking way) as I’ve diverted from what others perceive as the ‘life less ordinary’. It’s amazing what sticks in your head. It reminds me of the phrase ‘if they’ve never been to the place you’re going, don’t ask for directions’. It’s always a good one to remember!
It really is! It’s a special (but understandable) madness to not live with at least some enthusiasm for pursuing your own path
Beautiful, as always. And keep going. I moved into horticulture after decades in PR at the age of 40 - my first year of study was the last of dad’s life and the studying and being in nature was very helpful for me in that time. Also - nature is everything. Big hugs to you and your wonderful dad x
Thank you Alex, always appreciate you being here x