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the sun’s long goodbye
glides below the horizon
moments to reflect
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I’m enjoying so much about my new place; the quiet, friendly neighbors, pond, ducks, and open vistas to watch the sky. I’ve been savoring my new place and life, feeling very grateful to have been offered this particular apartment at the perfect time for my move.
I’m relishing my patio to watch the world go by. I didn’t understand porch sitting until I moved to Arkansas. After resisting, I tried it and was surprised at how relaxing it was to simply sit and watch the world around me. There have been many times when watching sunsets was a nightly ritual to nurture my body and soul. I don’t feel the need for that now, but appreciate that I have the views when I want them.
May you create routines that are soothing to your soul.
writing to freedom 
Lovely nature all around
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Thank you Anand. My new setting is a real treat.
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Beautiful! The warm weather brightens everyone’s day! Enjoy
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Thank you!
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So much peace emanates from your photos and words. I’m smiling inside and out with you. Soul soothing rocks. 😌
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Thank you Tania. My new place is a wonderful blessing. 💕
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Serene and peaceful place Brad. Your photographs are also wonderful. Nice place you are living full of nature.
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Thank you Kamal. Yes it’s a wonderful place.
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Yes Brad from the photographs that you have taken of your new house. Too good. xxxxxxx
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Ah, how lovely, what a view! I would love to do some porch sitting as I have only a teensy weensy balcony facing northwest. What a lovely new neighborhood and view you have found! Enjoy!
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Thanks Wendy. Yes, It’s a lovely patio and views. I bet you can watch clouds float by on your balcony. 🙂
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Looks like a great place to live Brad!! I’m happy for you!!
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Thank you Kirt. I’m really enjoying my new place. I hope you do too!
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Hi Brad,
I love that you are creating routines in your new place that nourishes your soul!
This new place is really opening up a new world to you! So happy and sending you so much love and blessings!
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Thank you Ana. Yes, this has been a good move and change for me. I hope to keep the good mojo flowing. 🙏
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I relate to this, Brad. Nature and water are necessary to soothe my soul daily. Your new home looks perfect! I’m so happy for you 💓
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I’m glad you can relate and enjoy it with me Natalie. I’ve always loved water but this is the first time I’ve lived right by the water. 💕
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Love love the 1st pic…the sky looks so gorgeous Brad…😍😍
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Thank you! 🙂
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I am so happy for you, Brad, that you found a nice place that is feeling like home. You seem to be in a happier place than you were not too long ago. Good for you! 🦆🌞
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Thanks Michele. Yes, I’m happier and very grateful for this apartment and location within the community. 🦆🌞
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It makes me very happy to know that you have found the perfect place at this time. Wonderful news. Enjoy every moment of it. Janet :)X
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Thank you Janet. That is a great reminder to enjoy this while I can! 😍
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Beautifully soothing Brad 💛
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Agreed! Thanks Val. 😍
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When we were young(er), I think we thought routines were boring. Now? I realize that routines bring peace and calm in a chaotic world. And I’ve newly discovered the beauty of porch sitting as well. Your view is spectacular! I love hearing the calm and joy in your writing voice. ❤
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Agreed Pam. The trick for me is to have enough routines for a foundation and enough space for flexibility and spontaneity! 💕
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You just made me miss some sunset views lol. I’ve locked myself up for too long
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Thanks. I hope you get out to see some sunsets and the world around you!
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I will. Thank you
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Good to hear that you are enjoying your new place, I too would want that for myself. Peacefulness, tranquility, light, joy and happiness is all I need and what everybody needs as well.
Good blog post “Soul soothing sunsets☀️
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Thank you. Yes, we all need and deserve peace, joy, and light. May we work to make it so. ☀️
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HI Brad, a beautiful poem. Your new home sounds lovely and relaxing.
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Thank you Robbie. Yes, it’s a nice apartment and great location.
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Im an Arkansan myself. Nothing better
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Thanks Charlie.
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Seems so peaceful 😍
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It is Riddhi. I hope you soaked up some peace on your visit.
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A beautifully tranquil post Brad, your contentment comes through.
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Wonderful. I’m glad you could share in the contentment Andrea.
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Yes, yes, yes! I can feel the peace as it moves through your thoughts and words on a page, Brad! Something pretty incredible happens when we are living in the perfect place for us. I guess it is when the word HOME actually feels like the real deal. I am very happy for you and believe that your creative energy is going to reflect this wonderful peace! Sending much love and good energy!
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Thank you Lorrie. Yes, the feeling of home with peace and joy is soul nurturing.
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Beautiful…Pics….keep it up….
Hope u love to read my post as well..
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Thank you for joining in the conversation and welcome to my blog. I read your post and wish you well on your blogging journey. I don’t allow promotion or links in the comments. take care, Brad
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Interesting read. Thanks for sharing 👍
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I’m glad you enjoyed my musings.
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Yes, very nice. Thanks 😊 🙏
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That is a lovely sunset there, Brad. Your new apartment sounds lovely and I’m sure you will have many more times on the patio watching the world go by. Timing is everything. I love sunsets. They just make me stop and appreciate the transition of time right in the moment. Hope all is well 🙂
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I’m glad you can share in the beauty and soothing nature of watching sunsets Mabel. I’m grateful for my apartment and views! take care 🙂
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There’s much beauty in watching the world go by. And it’s just so much more magical with sunsets. The weekend is almost here, so have a good weekend, Brad 🙂
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Thank you!
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I spend a lot of time out in the backyard puttering around, trying to tame my urban forest. Thank you for reminding me to stop, sit, and watch.
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It’s good to relax and enjoy. And I also miss my gardens and yard to tend and co-create with nature.
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Maybe you can have some potted plants.
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To get to watch the sunset everyday, to get to end each day in this beautiful way – it seems the greatest treasure to me. Your peace and joy of it all is so contagious – thank you for sharing!
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You’re most welcome Pragalbha. It is a treasure, but I haven’t watched that many since I moved here.
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