Alice wants politicians to support teachers is making a list of things to do before my 33rd bday 6/1

live passionately (read all 14 entries…)

I've discovered...  — 2 years ago

...that living passionately does not necessarily mean partying all the time. Let me explain…I live in a 24hour town that encourages “night life.” As a teacher, we have the blessing of Spring Break as well, and it’s easy to see the night life as a way to enjoy the break. Normally, I’m out every night carrying on and dancing and having a great time without causing a roucus. However, last night I realized it’s all changed. Since I bought my house, all I’ve wanted is, well, my house. Instead of dancing and meeting new people last night, I wanted to be gardening (yes, at night) and cleaning my house and watching a movie on my couch. Does this mean I am not living passionately I questioned myself at 3 am when I finally dragged my friend home. No, I answered, instead living passionately could perhaps also be noted as living PURPOSEFULLY. Gardening is purposeful to me. Having dinner with my nephews instead of drinks with a friend is purposeful. Keep in mind, though, that I still like getting my groove on, but the change is me: I have more ways to live passionately now than before. And it’s a good change.

Apr 14, 2006, 05:38PM PDT 2 cheers

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Abigail

I wish many more passionate nights of gardening for you! What does your garden look like? Do you grow herbs, flowers, vegetables?

Apr 14, 2006, 05:46PM PDT | Thread | Respond to this

Alice wants politicians to support teachers is making a list of things to do before my 33rd bday 6/1

The days here get so hot in May-September that daytime gardening doesn’t always work. So I adapted, hehe! I wish I had a picture of my backyard (getting there!) but I’m turning it Mediterranean. I have a little lawn, two fan palms, geraniums and roses so far. I’m going to add two more regular plants (any suggestions? Mediterranean plant that can survive desert heat?), but then create two planters, one for veggies, one for herbs. Oh…and an orange tree just because I love the smell of the blossoms! What about you?

Apr 14, 2006, 05:54PM PDT | Respond to this

suresh_iyer

Way to go…living purposefully and living passionately IMO are same. Passion is the manifestation of the burning inner purpose.

Apr 21, 2006, 08:13AM PDT | Respond to this


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