I can’t believe it’s early May already! It seems like just yesterday when I set my intentions for the year. Did you set some for 2026? How is it going for you, so far?

Some of my intentions are bearing fruit. I completed a course and a fitness program routine using resistance. I signed up for a seniors class with a personal trainer. I didn’t realize how much I’d enjoy exercising using weights and resistance bands. The toughest part is my motivation to continue on my own. Ha! Help!

I continue to make micro adjustments as life presents its joys and its challenges. Another change I made is slowing down more from “being out and about” as much. I’m pencilling in “reading” and “writing” time-blocks into my day timer. Two activities which I thoroughly enjoy. It goes without saying, I always make time for coffee dates with friends~I value deeply my friendships. My friends are mostly women. And I have a few male friends. I feel very fortunate to know such fine people. One thing about these friendships is that we are honest with one another and that creates a level of ease between us and brings joy to the table. I can call a spade a spade, so to speak. Not to mention, we can talk about a huge variety of subjects. I am learning from each person how I can be a better human. I made a new friend and we went for breakfast recently. We had a good chat and a few laughs. His courage and candour inspire me.

I’m facing a professional challenge. Suffice it to say, there is a dynamic at play which involves a lesson and healing for me. I’m experiencing great discomfort, fear even. However, I know without a shadow of a doubt that all will be well and that good things will follow. I set an intention for the highest outcomes for all.

It’s morning right now. I just finished a cup of strong black coffee. Made by and brought to me by my beloved. The living room window is cracked-wide open and birds are chirping with delight as the day unfolds. I can also see that the window needs to be cleaned. Our tuxedo cat Emi woke us up at 5 am. She should’ve understood that it’s not a work day today. Thank goodness she let me sleep in until 7 am yesterday. Yes, Emi runs the show around here; its all about her. She’s an adorable family member and she is as loving as can be. And so it is.

Today is Sunday. We have been going to the Centre for Spiritual Living, for a year and a half. It’s been a game changer in terms of adding more joy to my life. The community is amazing. It’s a place where I can engage in a variety of spiritual practices. It’s not religious. After today’s “celebration” I’m having a coffee with a good friend. She and I write one another, via FB Messenger, a bit every morning.

Last month, I spent a few hours strolling through the greenhouse pavilions at the Muttart Conservatory, with a friend. One pavilion was dedicated to Spring blooms. It’ll be a while before flowers bloom outdoors. Though I saw some Lily of the Valley stems poking out of the earth in a north facing flower garden yesterday.

I wish you a happy Spring and beginnings of Summer. May your 2026 intentions unfold for you gently and brilliantly.

~Barbara