In constant motion
Posted on | April 11, 2006 |
Five minutes to write is all I seem to be able to scrounge up amidst the hubbub of spring—renovations are now in full throttle, every day, every hour one of us is there. Marathon training is also ratcheting up—and it’s awesome to feel the effects of training: yesterday I went for a nine mile run, ending with steep up hills for several blocks.
It was amazing to feel my lungs expand, to not be out of breath, to just be able to continue at the same pace up and up. I wish I could transfer these effects to the rest of my life, but instead I find I’m whirling about like a dervish, trying to hold on the sacred in small things.
The way the maple blossoms are red and nubby at the end of every twig on the trees that line our block now; the moon, almost full in the early evening sky; playing chasing games with Bean, his giggles filling the room with delight; the five minutes DH and I snatched in bed this while Bean explored the bedroom—just the two of us, warm from sleep, snuggling; the fact that finally, finally fresh produce that doesn’t come from half the world away, is returning to the stores.
I look at the time and wonder how every night it gets to be nearly midnight so quickly. How is it possible that the hours after Bean goes to bed become a mere handful of seconds? Like humming bird wings in motion, a blur of minutes.
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April 12th, 2006 @ 12:20 am
what a triumphant five minutes! christina, you are so gifted in recording what matters. I just loved this post; it resonated with me, as if we are in synch.
April 12th, 2006 @ 7:09 am
The one thing I most miss most about California, is all the fresh produce. I do belong to an organic fruit/veg co-op and that has helped this winter but I miss the abundant avocados and fruits that aren’t mealy.
It’s amazing how fast time flies since we’ve sprung forward; although it’s been a good long while since I’ve been awake at midnight. (=
April 12th, 2006 @ 7:56 am
there is nothing like
those few
precious
stolen moments.
April 12th, 2006 @ 8:13 am
I often wonder that same thing Christina…..the time after the kids go to bed goes so quickly!
April 12th, 2006 @ 8:36 am
When can we see pictures of the renovations? Soon, I hope!
April 12th, 2006 @ 9:22 am
without a husband or a child or renovations i still feel pressed for time — i’m always amazed that you are always able to accomplish so much in the day, christina.
April 12th, 2006 @ 9:35 am
Your run sounds fabulous. When’s the marathon date?
April 12th, 2006 @ 10:00 am
I’m so impressed with the running!
April 12th, 2006 @ 1:15 pm
So much in five minutes! That’s an excellent way to condense your life and expand it at the same time.
April 12th, 2006 @ 3:15 pm
the sacred is truly holy!
April 12th, 2006 @ 3:27 pm
But, oh, aren’t those the best times?…when your life is so FULL…that before you know it, it’s time to do it all over again… That picture of Bean with the dirt on his mouth is TOO MUCH–adorable!
April 13th, 2006 @ 11:27 pm
I am in awe of people who can run, and paint. But then you talk of your babe, and the seasons and it all feels familiar.