Today the sun shines brilliantly! It is a precious gift after so many days of gray. Today is the sort of day in which everything runs smoothly and the gentle motions of the minutes and hours pull one to a quieter place where the thought of overeating brings no appeal.
I met a friend for breakfast in a suberb approximately 20 miles from my home. I chose to take the scenic route rather than the expressway. I drove at a comfortable pace, taking in the sunshine and the wide open fields...spotted white as the mounds of snow have begun to slowly vanish...patches of green and matted gray grasses peeked through. The air was fresh and I took deep breaths upon exiting my car.
We ate at a little hole in the wall. I wondered how I would handle the food in a place like this. Note to self: the anticipation of failure is an issue I need to continue to work on. I chose not to fail today despite the negative anticipation.
I opened the menu and discovered there were food choices of which I had a general "calorie sense". I made an approximate estimation of what I was eating. I controlled yet another food "situation" and I rejoiced! In addition, the conversation was warm and friendly and the little diner was filled with green Saint Patrick Day decorations. The waitress was pleasant and the coffee was fresh!
This afternoon, I strapped on my ipod and took a lengthy walk up the avenue, stepping in puddles and taking my time. It was a delicious walk. The promise of Spring and the sun, along with that walk have sealed the day's success.
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