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Posted by Willow on January 26, 2002, at 22:20:20
http://www.canadianecology.ca/cip/index.cfm/main,15,en,73,158,0,0,3
Technology! Snowshoes aren't what they use to be. I've always preferred the old compared to new untested thing, but I may have learnt something new today.
I had problems with my wagon and was without it for over a week. How attached we become to these machines and why, I now know. The "ecology centre" was offering free snowshoing which was sponsered by a local store and a manufacturer of snowshoes. In my excitement I promised the children a trip there if they let me sleep with no interruptions.
I'm not sure if they complied, but I did manage to hibernate until eleven. I tried to persuade the spouse to join in but oh well ... that's another story. So off I went in my beloved vehicle with four little eager ones for a day's adventure.
The scenery and peace away from regular chores probably heightened my anticipation, but mostly I think it was to be able to bring a little of my childhood back. I realized that my youngest like myself is frightened of moving water and also bridges. (Perhaps I need to increase my dosage of effexor?) But the forest and a small campfire allure me with some strange unexplainable power.
I had an uncontrollable compulsion to add new kindling and shift the coals to let the air in so that the flames could dance. My smallest one too was mesmerized by the colours of the flames. He lied on the dirtied snow with a twig poked into the coals until it would light, then he would withdraw it and stare and comment on its state.
I cannot argue that he is an extension of myself, through his eyes I can see my own wonders being relived. Which leaves me questioning which one of the paths lead me to this constipated state of emotions?
By the way, the snowshoes were marvelous. It didn't take long before they were forgotten. At one point I shushed the children so they could listen to the gentle rapids in the river. They were silent for a whole five seconds and then continued with their banter.
Hmph ...
Posted by Gracie2 on January 27, 2002, at 4:01:04
In reply to What to do on a warm winter balmy day?, posted by Willow on January 26, 2002, at 22:20:20
Posted by jane d on January 27, 2002, at 10:52:22
In reply to What to do on a warm winter balmy day?, posted by Willow on January 26, 2002, at 22:20:20
Posted by Willow on January 27, 2002, at 17:59:56
In reply to Sounds great! (nm) » Willow, posted by jane d on January 27, 2002, at 10:52:22
(Jane, Susan and I missed you last night on chat. I think my server messed up though. I would be able to have my modem hooked up but it wouldn't open any sites! Baa-hum-bug!! Sorry Susan, I spent five minutes typing away thinking yahoo had slowed down again. Then because I was enjoy the conversation so much spent another half hour connecting and disconnecting trying to get on. We'll have to continue tonight if you guys are willing! Plus I think I've found another love interest.)
Gracie
Please excuse my ramblings! The first link was to a page which showed some of our forest covered with a usual snow fall, the homepage link to this site is www.candianecology.ca . If you are ever looking for a relaxing get away at any time of the year this place is ideal. I'm located on the bottom left of the red X. Lake Nipissing which appears quite small on the map is a fair size lake, though not as deep or cold as Trout Lake which is nearby.
www.atlassnowshoe.com is a link to the company that makes the snowshoes that we tested.
The rest is just me rambling away! Excusez-moi, for I know not what I say!
Whistling Willow with birdshit on her boughs!
ps KAZOO did i mistake someone for you? the name was slapntckl i was wrong you may spank me if you promise not to hurt me
Posted by Seamus2 on January 27, 2002, at 19:56:13
In reply to What to do on a warm winter balmy day?, posted by Willow on January 26, 2002, at 22:20:20
> >Which leaves me questioning which one of the paths lead me to this constipated state of emotions?< <
Constipated? Sounds like you had a good time and experienced, remembered and recorded a good deal of emotion.
Perhaps the trouble lies in the integration?
Posted by Willow on January 27, 2002, at 20:12:33
In reply to Re: What to do on a warm winter balmy day?, posted by Seamus2 on January 27, 2002, at 19:56:13
> Sounds like you had a good time and experienced, remembered and recorded a good deal of emotion.That's the whole thing. I go through the motions, recall being happy about such things, do feel less rushed, but the emotion is flatline. Logically I know I'm where I want to be, but the "joy" is missing. Emotionally I'm on a flat endless journey, and I can't force the tides to change even if I change direct.
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> Perhaps the trouble lies in the integration?I had to look up the meaning. Good point! Will discuss this with pysch next appointment. Seems he's able to give that little insight that helps to keep the treadmill going.
Thanks Seamus!
Weeping Willow
Posted by Seamus2 on January 27, 2002, at 20:57:31
In reply to Integration/intellect/emotion » Seamus2, posted by Willow on January 27, 2002, at 20:12:33
> That's the whole thing. I go through the motions, recall being happy about such things, do feel less rushed, but the emotion is flatline. Logically I know I'm where I want to be, but the "joy" is missing. Emotionally I'm on a flat endless journey, and I can't force the tides to change even if I change direct.
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> > Perhaps the trouble lies in the integration?
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> I had to look up the meaning. Good point! Will discuss this with pysch next appointment. Seems he's able to give that little insight that helps to keep the treadmill going.< <I think some of us are born about 80% Vulcan; meaning that the emotions which seem to rule the rest of the human race do not exactly apply to us. For us, we have to think; and think; and think... A nice Bach concerto is preferable to most human interaction.
Sounds like a good idea; I've spent too much time here already. < g >
Just a thought. But if that's the way you are, get comfortable with it instead of fighting it.
Posted by Special Sandy on January 28, 2002, at 10:53:24
In reply to What to do on a warm winter balmy day?, posted by Willow on January 26, 2002, at 22:20:20
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