I have been away from blogging as it seemed so self indulgent. And then a friend mentioned to me that all writing is a bit self indulgent. I had to think on that for awhile and realized that statement might just be true. When we write, we are assuming that someone is going to want to read what we write. There is a bit of ego involved, which had never occurred to me. But, it is precisely that 'self indulgent ego' part that prevented me from continuing the blog on a regular basis.
Recognizing that I must get over that hurdle, and put it out in the universe that I WANT TO WRITE something which others will value on some level: I will begin again and try not to stumble over my ego.
I am sitting in my kitchen right now on Lago di Como overlooking the lake on this crisp, breezy and sunny day. Bellagio sits in front of my view and takes my breath away, as always. The first time I had ever spent a summer here more than two decades ago, I sat on this very expansive terrace overlooking the bounty and beauty which is Lake Como. I remember thinking and saying "If I ever get the chance to return to this lake- at least ONE MORE TIME in my life, my heart and soul will be filled!" Remembering that wish, each time I arrive on the lake and my heart swells with immense appreciation for the incredible beauty and grace found here, I remember that wish and thank the universe for giving me that ONE NEXT TIME to take it all in.
Those of you who are reading this, I need your help and support and will beg you for it. I need to increase my readership as I have just completed a manuscript that I am hoping will get published. A blog with lots of followers will help in that endeavor, so I will keep asking for your help to 'spread the blogword' for me.
I am currently living in the most beautiful apartment in Menaggio, a feat which took 20+ years to find and get. It is filled with tall arched windows overlooking the lake with 180 degree views.... and three grand terraces, bringing the indoors to me. The scent of jasmine is everywhere and wafts through my home. I am in a piece of heaven.
Two young twenty-somethings arrived from Switzerland yesterday. The eldest daughter of friends of mine, it is such a pleasure to see a sweet charming young woman, after knowing her as a baby. I met her dad when he was 19 ( he is now well into his 50's) when I was escorting groups of high school students through Europe. He was a local guide, and we have been friends ever since. He is tall and thin and married a great gal who is also tall and thin. They live in a tall and skinny home in Basel and had 3 tall and skinny kids. They are my TALL and SKINNY family. I have always gravitated to young adults and they are the second group that I have gotten to welcome this summer. I attribute it to my short attention span, that I get along with the 'youngins'.
More tomorrow and later today, gator. Happy day to you.
Smiles, as always
Judy
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