tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post56915981221835413..comments2024-03-28T17:16:03.754-07:00Comments on Eye on the Edge: A day of my ownDJanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07152183871573797791noreply@blogger.comBlogger14125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-74568025091262296112015-05-31T17:27:38.401-07:002015-05-31T17:27:38.401-07:00Hi DJan, I read this post last week on Sunday but ...Hi DJan, I read this post last week on Sunday but (you won’t believe it) got so bogged down in thinking about my comment that I never got it put together. Well, it was just what you said in this post, “Last night as I lay down to sleep, I thought about this post, my only self-imposed obligation on Sundays and realized that I have created a prison of my own making. It might not seem to you that I am forced to be in this position, but I am, really, because I have created a structure that I must follow or my world feels as though it begins to unravel.” That was so right-on about the way I was feeling about blogging that I just couldn’t put all my thoughts into words. I sort of wondered, at the time, if you felt any telepathy from me. Ha ha! I’ve been on a blogging slow-down in May. I think the main reason was starting to feel like getting a new post done was more like work than having fun as a hobby. I’m going to continue the slow-down for a while and see if that helps. A very good friend, who does not blog, once asked me (over a year ago) how much longer I would keep blogging. : - ) I think a part of the answer has to be how long it can continue to be a pleasure. So, having said all that, I am glad you are “keepin’ on” … you’re an inspiration. Now, on a completely different subject, you asked a question a while back … “Train enthusiasts are almost always men. I wonder why that is?” That question really hit home with me because I have often wondered that myself. I wish I knew the answer! My guess is it goes back to our culture … little girls are given dolls, little boys model trains. As we grow up, boys want to be firemen and girls want to be nurses. I would love to see a post on Eye on the Edge about how you think your childhood culture has affected your life in the long run. Also, you are always welcome to email me with any questions or comments at jrcoast at gmail dot com. Thanks for sharing and for your comments on my blog. Have a great week ahead and take care.John's Islandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03618219887687125402noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-45163224589887173672015-05-31T06:06:22.981-07:002015-05-31T06:06:22.981-07:00I am so impressed with your commitment, both to th...I am so impressed with your commitment, both to the routine and to your writing. What a gift you've given yourself and those of us who rely on your words for inspiration. I'll be adding that book to my summer reading list. It might be a good one to talk about in October. :-)Deb Shuckahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03439395710731341021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-52956676502223243082015-05-28T19:11:55.889-07:002015-05-28T19:11:55.889-07:00I greatly admire your adherence to a schedule. I ...I greatly admire your adherence to a schedule. I also would wonder if you were ok if you didn't post. I may not check for a few days because I don't even read posts on a schedule, but I'd wonder.<br /><br />The book on aging sounds interesting. Suzanne Summers has carried her anti-aging to a whole new level. I don't agree with her injections and all that she does, but she obviously has the money to do the injections and take the supplements, so it it makes her happy, why should I care? On the other hand, I think she sells a lot of books to people looking for the fountain of youth and have no idea that they really can follow the routine she has. That part seems a bit mercenary to me. Sally Wesselyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06470453773515491625noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-86576373117582240782015-05-24T21:55:30.607-07:002015-05-24T21:55:30.607-07:00I think I'll check out the book on ageing. I ...I think I'll check out the book on ageing. I don't worry so much about my looks, but I'd be lying if I didn't wish I had fewer lines above my lip, I wish I could sustain the energy I once had. My mind works like a thirty year old, but my body refuses to react the same way.<br />I enjoy your posts DJan and I'd miss them if you stopped. I'm glad you have such good self discipline. Have a great Memorial Day.<br />Glenda Beallhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17953170428175025248noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-34822018874784795782015-05-24T21:48:51.804-07:002015-05-24T21:48:51.804-07:00Write a book, as only a Sadge can.Write a book, as only a Sadge can.Trish and Rob MacGregorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02846270474176860924noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-82146412208391797882015-05-24T19:22:04.686-07:002015-05-24T19:22:04.686-07:00The main thing you're saying is to keep busy a...The main thing you're saying is to keep busy and occupied. Always keep learning new things. Look for younger friends. We're going to need them.I feel sorry for the people like Sommers who constantly do things to maintain youth. <br /> Have a great weekend.Redhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17996243850279671523noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-47271174604862597952015-05-24T15:00:28.194-07:002015-05-24T15:00:28.194-07:00If you did start the Sunday post early we wouldn&#...If you did start the Sunday post early we wouldn't know but we sure would if you missed a Sunday. <br />I love your basic stream of conscious posts on Sundays. Keep em coming. <br />Can't believe the change over to the new computer was so painless. I may have to think Apple in the future. Arkansas Pattihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14156004753267665579noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-66158620439653376672015-05-24T14:53:38.685-07:002015-05-24T14:53:38.685-07:00I think it's okay to structure your own days. ...I think it's okay to structure your own days. Admirable, to those of us who lack the discipline. And talk about "use it or lose it." I used to have tons of discipline and focus, enough to turn out lots and lots of work every day and deal with whatever other priorities I'd set. These days I still have quite a few priorities and obligations, but much less focus and ambition! I feel like I've retired to the land of the Lotus-Eaters. So I'm working on being more like you, at least in establishing a morning routine that gets me moving! (Working on it, not there yet.) Nancy/BLissed-Out Grandmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17223278142557533175noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-79857769680180166902015-05-24T14:22:40.671-07:002015-05-24T14:22:40.671-07:00How nice to hear that someone else imposes rules o...How nice to hear that someone else imposes rules on themselves. I certainly do. Rules which probably (make that definitely) don't matter to any one else but give me a structure as a starting point.<br />Enjoy your day. There is some garden grubbing ahead in mine.Elephant's Childhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06650565833097914052noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-31089827889510517902015-05-24T12:33:34.978-07:002015-05-24T12:33:34.978-07:00Making rules and boundaries for yourself aren'...Making rules and boundaries for yourself aren't necessarily a bad thing. And, if it isn't working for you, then you can simply change the rules! Of course, if you do, please let us know first, so we aren't sitting here wondering where you got to!<br /><br />When I first realized it was Memorial Day weekend, one of my first thoughts was, "Oh. That means DJan's routine will be messed up!" LOL.<br /><br />Have a wonderful week!Gigihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05467164195744234746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-51039263108583922922015-05-24T10:00:33.713-07:002015-05-24T10:00:33.713-07:00Well, if you didn't post on Sunday morning, I ...Well, if you didn't post on Sunday morning, I would want to know why!<br />I hurried to read this post before we are out the door for another round of NPA garden touring. I Indy 500 is on the TV, so it must be Memorial Day Weekend. I used to watch it faithfully, but know I'd rather be out in a garden somewhere.<br />Hope you are enjoying your day.<br />Linda Reederhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07665601809156707572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-15984690308852540072015-05-24T09:18:09.435-07:002015-05-24T09:18:09.435-07:00You are a creature of habit...a very structured ha...You are a creature of habit...a very structured habit! AND that's okay!! Ack Ms Somers looks old...really old. I know oldness is hard to embrace gracefully...but she looks old.<br />I started watching Grace and Frankie yesterday...Lily T is wonderful...I have never been thrilled with Hanoi Jane but I am giving it a go...then I fell asleep...good thing I can go back and see what I missed. <br />Good for you getting your Macbook Air upgraded! You are worth it! <br />I hope you have a wonderful week...I am hoping for a no death or funeral week. :) Far Side of Fiftyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07995757632158408442noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-28978524046545049652015-05-24T08:18:45.553-07:002015-05-24T08:18:45.553-07:00DJan, I admire your need for structure and I imagi...DJan, I admire your need for structure and I imagine it's a good thing - as well as your competitive disposition. I don't think I possess either. My older sister (when she was still with us) used to say that I was too content... that it wasn't a good thing. She was an Architect and very competitive. And she was probably right. <br />As far as *aging* is concerned, I'm afraid that I believe in eating right and exercising, but don't take supplements or use any anti-aging techniques. Aging is inevitable (if you're lucky).<br />And my techniques consist of more creative exercises than actual ones. Writing, sketching, water-color, pottery, quilting, cooking etc. I would add walking if there were any places such as you have near by. And if I had a competitive nature, I guess I would try to market some of my endeavors, but giving them away gives me pleasure... <br />Enjoy your Sunday! As you mentioned, there's always plenty to do. Rianhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09472421271620543536noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-197597102880101691.post-36004721269419351212015-05-24T08:00:43.490-07:002015-05-24T08:00:43.490-07:00Oh, DJan, you do work yourself too hard. It's...Oh, DJan, you do work yourself too hard. It's okay to start your Sunday post a day or two early. Why not? LolAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com