I'm pretty much a creature of routine. Haven't yet figured out if this is due to my nature or the way I was raised; most likely a combination of both. It is laundry on Tuesday and Friday, clean sheets on Saturday, vacuuming on Wednesday and the weekend, handle bills on payday...definitely a structure to my life.
There was no money in my youth for those extras that are such an essential part of today's children's lives: soccer, basketball, dance, craft classes, sewing classes. At least that was the reason given us: no money. (As I age I'm fairly certain an underlying factor was that my Mom just didn't want to be inconvenienced.) Whatever...we had no access to anything like that.
So I learned to find enjoyment from solitary pursuits: reading, needlework, walks, riding my bike. I discovered ways to entertain myself that didn't require anyone else and I've been pretty content with that. Consequently, I don't think I really learned how to have FUN!
I always admired those mothers who created fun and joy in everyday experiences: seeing elves fly past at Christmastime, leaving fairies around to watch the chilluns, excursions to enrich (we've not really had the cash for this kind of thing). I wish I'd had the creativity to provide that kind of fun for my children.
Thus...at the advanced age of 60 I find myself wishing for more fun! We've (particularly The Husband) spent our marriage working. The Husband is a beautiful example of persistent providing through His hard work. And I keep thinking: it's time for some fun. I don't want this life to end without having had some wonderful fun memories.
So, I'm looking for fun. Is there a class that teaches one how to have fun? Where can I find it? Think I'm too old for fun? Definitely not - and I'm ready for more.
Go on a mission, it's fun! And exhausting. And scary. And fabulous. And definitely takes you out of your confort zone! (Some people think that's fun)
ReplyDeleteYes - that is our hope and our plan. We just have to wait a few years before we'll be able to retire!
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