quantum physics!!! this cements your Dad as my idol let alone his serene forebearing nurture how many even in their 80's are curious and playful let alone cognisant enough to delve into this subject which is always fascinating and provocative
ps the island in november is my fondest memory more intimate somehow inward looking informal horse races in west tisbury field with downed leaves and fresh made cider blood in cheeks of lamb wool wrapped cherubs their parents vibrant with coming winter
That's a lovely remembrance of West Tis, Appleton. Fall here is lovely, though we don't have the colors of the mainland. And yes, Dad, is something else! He makes me think a lot about what it will be like to be that old. People tend to think older people have nothing to offer and yet they have EVERYTHING!!
Susie. Such a stunningly beautiful post-this is place-writing at its best.
I know that journey so well, including Vince Lombardi, where my friend Kathleen once rescued a screaming chihuahua who had been handed off to her on what was basically a drive-by. We too love with the plight of low oil and (not paradise by) the dashboard light. We now travel with at least one quart of oil, always.
I’m wishing you all well tomorrow. Nervous making, for sure. Thinking of you ❤️❤️❤️
So now I am thinking about Meatloaf! And chihuahuas - incredible! Seriously though, thank you for your writing feedback - you know it means a lot to me. Finding my way! And your well wishes for dad. I will let you know how it goes today.
I can relate to so much of this, Susie ~ the trips up 95 to New Jersey to check in on my dad and to see him through several medical situations. Like you, my sister and I became closer to our dad after our mom died. It was truly a gift. Hoping everything goes well with your dad’s surgery.
Domenica, it sounds like we have had very similar situations! I remember that piece you wrote about your dad - was so lovely. And that drive! Thank you for your kind thoughts.
Brought back my Dad memories—the road trips we took, and the stories he told. I wish (of course) that I had taken time for more of those trips. I think you will have fewer father regrets—you are incredibly attentive to your father—beautiful.
David, thank you. My sister and I were given a unique opportunity to form a new bond with my Dad after my mother died - for all sorts of complicated reasons. But it has been such a gift that I don't want to waste it. And as a practical matter, I want to now share with my sister the increased responsibilities. (But sadly, I do have mother regrets. Oy! Easier to write about Dad!)
Oh, so many parallel driving memories over the last 50 yrs heading to DC- the Merritt, to the Hutch,, to the Cross County, then down the Hudson River Drive, . . . or...just to follow the Google/Wayze "you are on the fastest route"... My husband and I debate it every time. And either way... you end up at the VInce Lombardi.. Your wonderful writing captures it in all its . . .je ne sais quoi.
You have brought your family close to us, and we wait with patience and love, the next installment.
Ah, Morgan, you get it, I know!! It's such a long drive, and with getting up early to get on the ferry, it really adds that much more time, as you know. But I love that - any way you end up at Vince Lombardi - so true. Thank you for reading and I hope you are enjoying October in Aquinnah.
We’re all holding so much in our heart, but there’s always room for more. Holding you and your family in mine--been there. It’s one of the most difficult/precious experience ever.
I love that - always room in the heart for more love. Something really to think about in these days. Thank you for your kind thoughts; your daily watercolors bring so much joy and I love to see what flora will be next!
Susie- your prose, your stories, your observations . . . They are nutritional. (a mix of savory and sweet). thank you for sharing a healthy dose of your inner world, with humor and humility.
Phil, I like that - savory and sweet! - which reminds me - are you still baking? I hope so. Thank you for your kind thoughts and for reading and staying in touch.
Sue - I hope the cataract surgery goes well and you can return to being navigator!! And of course the ferry factor makes every drive that much longer ... ⛴️🚘😍
oh god i have found the light there in past 5 years big time
re the old "there may be dust on the bottle" thing
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quantum physics!!! this cements your Dad as my idol let alone his serene forebearing nurture how many even in their 80's are curious and playful let alone cognisant enough to delve into this subject which is always fascinating and provocative
ps the island in november is my fondest memory more intimate somehow inward looking informal horse races in west tisbury field with downed leaves and fresh made cider blood in cheeks of lamb wool wrapped cherubs their parents vibrant with coming winter
That's a lovely remembrance of West Tis, Appleton. Fall here is lovely, though we don't have the colors of the mainland. And yes, Dad, is something else! He makes me think a lot about what it will be like to be that old. People tend to think older people have nothing to offer and yet they have EVERYTHING!!
somehow my reply went up top...blame the cell phone lol
First, I hope your Dad is ok. ❤️
Second, thank you for this calming piece. I felt somehow reassured. 🙏🏼
Thank you Ryan. It was calming to write, something I’m discovering more and more. Be well!
Susie. Such a stunningly beautiful post-this is place-writing at its best.
I know that journey so well, including Vince Lombardi, where my friend Kathleen once rescued a screaming chihuahua who had been handed off to her on what was basically a drive-by. We too love with the plight of low oil and (not paradise by) the dashboard light. We now travel with at least one quart of oil, always.
I’m wishing you all well tomorrow. Nervous making, for sure. Thinking of you ❤️❤️❤️
So now I am thinking about Meatloaf! And chihuahuas - incredible! Seriously though, thank you for your writing feedback - you know it means a lot to me. Finding my way! And your well wishes for dad. I will let you know how it goes today.
And of course I meant LIVE with the plight. Not love with it. 🙄
Yes!
I can relate to so much of this, Susie ~ the trips up 95 to New Jersey to check in on my dad and to see him through several medical situations. Like you, my sister and I became closer to our dad after our mom died. It was truly a gift. Hoping everything goes well with your dad’s surgery.
Domenica, it sounds like we have had very similar situations! I remember that piece you wrote about your dad - was so lovely. And that drive! Thank you for your kind thoughts.
Brought back my Dad memories—the road trips we took, and the stories he told. I wish (of course) that I had taken time for more of those trips. I think you will have fewer father regrets—you are incredibly attentive to your father—beautiful.
David, thank you. My sister and I were given a unique opportunity to form a new bond with my Dad after my mother died - for all sorts of complicated reasons. But it has been such a gift that I don't want to waste it. And as a practical matter, I want to now share with my sister the increased responsibilities. (But sadly, I do have mother regrets. Oy! Easier to write about Dad!)
Oh boy, mother regrets. Write about that. Someday. When you’re ready and it’s right.
That is a life’s work!
Oh, so many parallel driving memories over the last 50 yrs heading to DC- the Merritt, to the Hutch,, to the Cross County, then down the Hudson River Drive, . . . or...just to follow the Google/Wayze "you are on the fastest route"... My husband and I debate it every time. And either way... you end up at the VInce Lombardi.. Your wonderful writing captures it in all its . . .je ne sais quoi.
You have brought your family close to us, and we wait with patience and love, the next installment.
Ah, Morgan, you get it, I know!! It's such a long drive, and with getting up early to get on the ferry, it really adds that much more time, as you know. But I love that - any way you end up at Vince Lombardi - so true. Thank you for reading and I hope you are enjoying October in Aquinnah.
We’re all holding so much in our heart, but there’s always room for more. Holding you and your family in mine--been there. It’s one of the most difficult/precious experience ever.
I love that - always room in the heart for more love. Something really to think about in these days. Thank you for your kind thoughts; your daily watercolors bring so much joy and I love to see what flora will be next!
So......? Surgery for dad? Can’t leave us hanging Susie! And oh, beautifully written thanks
I will keep you posted Roberta, I promise! Thank you as always!
Susie- your prose, your stories, your observations . . . They are nutritional. (a mix of savory and sweet). thank you for sharing a healthy dose of your inner world, with humor and humility.
Phil, I like that - savory and sweet! - which reminds me - are you still baking? I hope so. Thank you for your kind thoughts and for reading and staying in touch.
I can so relate to all of this. The car lights, the worry about surgeries and anesthesia and the long drives!
My husband loves to drive and I’m a great navigator but currently he’s waiting to have the second cataract surgery so I’m at the helm. 🙏🏻😳😊
Sue - I hope the cataract surgery goes well and you can return to being navigator!! And of course the ferry factor makes every drive that much longer ... ⛴️🚘😍