Eyes To The Future

Here we go again. Today I have an eye exam. Having seen this Doctor for the past 10 years, he knows me and my eyes. The real shame is that I am slowly deteriorating. Getting older is the most interesting of things. You feel well, perfect in fact. Expecting your body to react as your 18 year old mind commands it. But surprise! I should not complain. I have few problems, sore joints in my fingers from ART, and needing new contacts every two years. Forgive me whining, but I find myself bracing against DR Pupil telling me that my 50 year old eyes have disintegrated even more this year.So, fingers crossed and spit into the wind.....no new contact/glasses prescription.(not to mention picking out new frames...that is a nightmare) It is not quite 6 am. The back garden is damp from so much rain yesterday and cool temps last night. The herbs tend to thrive in this climate, and the grape plants have bunches of fruit. I really should get a few shots of the grapes.... Have you ever noticed steamy air on spring mornings? It is thick with moisture and the new greenery is a stunning color, and new buds are everywhere you look..A spring morning has the ability to give you hope for a wonderful day...and for the future..... Future? OK! No new glasses! I have hope......please smile.... Secret: next to my bed, on a little table is a sketch book. Each night, before I get into bed, I make a sketch. Tiny items that are within my view....and then I ink them in. It is a personal practice I committed to. It has turned into one of my favorite times of the day.....Is there something small that you could do every day to secure a smile? I am off to start this most wonderful day! (after the DR appointment that is!) Smile often, Love you, Me