Joy of Having Plans vs. Wanting to Do Nothing, Week Ten in the New Abnormal

This past week has been jubilant in some ways. First, thanks to Larry and his friend Alan, we enjoyed our first indoor concert in over two years. Elton John, his band, and crew did an amazing job of giving music and lifetime memories to their audience. I was so happy to be there, even as I was overloaded to be among a mass of people.

We are now visiting a few dear friends in California. It’s wonderful to reunite with a few special individuals. Seeing them in person is a true gift. Going to the airport and traveling was a surreal experience. A series of glitches culminated in an upset, which was unpleasant, but let me know that I took too long for a much-needed vacation. And here we are, in chilly southern California, yet warmer than NYC. Happy to be away. I feel replenished from social isolation. And yet….

I also am overwhelmed. I know I need alone time. Time to clear my head. Time to rejuvenate. I am doing what I can to nap, walk and meditate, I was looking…