Sweet Dreams
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goodbye sweet river sunsets
my heart is sad for the parting
leaving the peace and beauty of the woods
this guy is headed to the city
awash in people, sights and sounds
preparing to make my mark
a single man among many
returning to the web of humanity
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I’m going to miss these wonderful views. Next week I’m moving back into town to live in a high-rise apartment right in the middle of town. I’ve wanted to live downtown so I could better access walking, biking and cultural activities. We’ll see how I adapt to the city lights and noises. This is also an attempt to radically simplify my life and finances while I sort out what’s next. It will be interesting to live in subsidized housing. The low price comes with some tradeoffs; a small studio with poor design and challenging atmosphere. And still, I’m excited to be moving downtown and determined to make the best of the situation and to rise and shine! 🙂
I hope it turns into an incredible adventure. Who knows what lays ahead…endless possibilities, for happiness and all things good. 🙂
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Thanks Belinda. Fingers crossed.. XD
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You shine Brad! I know best things await such a beautiful man in you.
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What a kind send off. Thank you Aina. 🙂
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so beautiful!
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Rise and shine you shall my friend
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I appreciate the faith!
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🙂 🙂
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Thanks Neha!
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Good luck for a happy future, Brad.
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Thanks Mitza!
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I wish you all the best, Brad! 🙂
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Thanks Vera! 🙂
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May you go well and be well.
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Thank you Margaret!
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This is beautiful! Wishing you all the best for a beautiful & bright journey ahead.
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Thanks Priyanki. blessings to you as well.
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My best wishes, Brad. Please let us know how it goes.
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I will, thanks Cynthia.:)
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Brad, I always love to read these posts from you. You are so proactive and are doing amazing things. You will find your new digs will bring you new gifts. 🙂 You always have my vote
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Thanks Richard. I appreciate your faith in me. I might be changing the plan.
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Enjoy the journey! I wish you the best in this new move. And if you don’t like it, it’s not the end of the world – you can always change it. Husby and I moved to town about 9 months ago after living in the country for nearly eight years. Being able to walk (with the exception of my commute) has been *awesome.*
There have been tradeoffs – I’m not in a “nature sanctuary” anymore, but somehow I still feel connected by my morning practice of meditation and regularly getting out hiking – which has been easier since we moved to town, ironically. It’s closer to everything, including hiking trails. 🙂
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Thanks for the support Cynthia. I’m glad you found a good balance. I realized the apartment had too many negatives so I’m going to look for another place. 🙂
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Best of everything Brad!!! I remember when I lived in Maryland years ago on the bay front…It was gorgeous and all I did was stare at the water all day…Meditative…Then I moved down the road and built my new house myself but no water….I was scared I’d miss it once I moved. Quite the contrary. It brought me back in touch with nature and woods and trees etc. I forgot about the water really quickly…All worked out well for the time I lived there. What we miss or think we will miss we fill up with new possibilities….Have fun. Hope it makes your life even better….VK 🙂
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Hi VK, living on the bay sounds wonderful. I miss the east coast and ocean. It sounds like you created what you wanted. I’m still sorting out what I want. Thanks for the encouragement.
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I have very little I want now as life has swooped in and turned me upside down and thrown me a curve ball, but I keep trying to find a new foundation to build on. Hard times. Hopefully we will create our heaven in the end. Lets keep trying Brad and move forward. Here’s hoping for peace my friend 🙂 VK
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Hi VK, I’m sorry you’ve had downturns too. I pray that things get better for you. I decided to choose for love today and give up the cheap apartment. blessings, Brad
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My thoughts are with you Brad as you make choices for your future.. Each step brings us closer to where we want to be.. 🙂 Loved these Sunsets and I will miss them too 🙂 ❤ xxx
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I love your reminder that each step can be progress toward my dreams. Thanks Sue. And I have so many sunset photos, I can keep sharing them for a long time! 🙂
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That is good to know Brad.. Wishing you all the best in your new home and I know it will be another adventure and hopefully you can catch glimpses of Sunrises instead LOL xx
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Thanks Sue.
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It’s good to be back! I’ve truly missed your posts, Brad. Best wishes – N.
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Thanks Noora. I hope nature inspires sweet dreams for you too! 🙂
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Always! Thanks for your soul-filling poems and pictures.
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You are most welcome. I’m glad they touch you.
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Aha…so this is what you are up to!! It sounds fabulous, Brad!! Yes….I believe you will adapt just fine!! :0 :0
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Thanks Lorrie. I’ve missed your cheerful presence on WP. I hope you’re enjoying your creating and life outside of WP. 🙂 My plans have changed. I am going east for a month to see family and take a timeout. blessings, Brad
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Timeouts can be very refreshing…and centering. I send good energy to you, friend!! ♡
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Indeed! Thanks Lorrie. 🙂
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That photo is sublime Brad…
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Thanks Julie. I love your choice of word!
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