Thoughts. Experiences. Moments.

I am a woman starting my seventh decade of living and fully enjoying the life I am now able to live. I live a very simple life in a much-downsized home, and I appreciate every day the freedom that this chapter of life has brought me. I am now focused each…

the morning sun breaks through clouds shining on the tree bringing to life the tree leaves bright in the sun some more in shadow the clarity so pronounced i am amazed . i seek a word the perfect word an endless quest when there is no word no way to…

Great Zen teachers have often talked about emptiness. They have described it as a desired state, one that a wise person would seek. I used to…

It’s a beautiful day today. Some blue sky with a lot of big white clouds, sunshine and some wind, but it’s warmer than it has…

I seem to have been in a place lately that has been filled with thoughts and feelings about doing. Apart from just being, or thinking, or…

I had a peaceful sleep last night and when I woke up, I did my usual morning things – made my bed, fed the kitty,…

I’m Deb, the creator and author behind this blog. I’m an older woman who is finding it all in living a simple life, and I’m looking forward to sharing some of the things I’m finding. My hope is that something in what I share will provide you with a little inspiration and in some way lift you up!