A Good Place

My Internet was down last night and most of this morning and I realize that I am definitely dependent on it for so many things it is a bit scary. It is my preferred way of connecting with most of the people in my world, outside of actually seeing them in person of course.

I cannot imagine what it was like to wait weeks, or months, maybe even years to hear from people over time. I do remember when letters took several days and return letters a bit longer because folks needed time to hand write and post them. I also remember when telephone calls were long distance and a few minutes cost precious money I didn't have. We have come so far.

I am at such a good place in my life right now. The young people just starting out are dealing with all those things I remember, no heat, living disconnect to disconnect, well I never had to do that, but I did live one winter with a bare minimum of heat, counting on blankets to keep me warm. Now I can't afford to waste anything, but who would want to do that anyway? Still, I don't have to be cold, or hungry and my health is taking a turn for the better.

I have the luxury of movies streamed straight into my home, coffee steaming hot and ready whenever I want it, and a chance to wallow in my desire to be creative that is the best reason I have ever had for being alive other than the people in my life.

I think that is the one thing I have that young people sometimes don't get until later on. I have found my place!

And I love it!