tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post2970694139088647511..comments2024-03-28T08:54:28.654+08:00Comments on Cresting The Hill: WHEN LIFE TELLS YOU IT'S TIME TO TAKE LONG SERVICE LEAVELeannehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comBlogger31125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-89901560650125140062020-05-07T14:49:41.574+08:002020-05-07T14:49:41.574+08:00You're definitely in a different stage of life...You're definitely in a different stage of life to me Leanne - no schooling here for a decade or more (thank goodness) and I definitely don't envy those who are juggling all the balls of work, homeschooling, entertaining without distractions etcLeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-55161222169809785112020-05-07T14:48:44.352+08:002020-05-07T14:48:44.352+08:00Hi Denyse - I feel exactly the same way - just get...Hi Denyse - I feel exactly the same way - just getting the hang of retirement, just getting into the freedom of having very few fixed commitments and obligations, lots of time for family and friends - and BAM! it all went down the gurgler - I'm being good too, but it will also be lovely when it's all a distant memory.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-17934137351932949702020-04-23T06:03:19.652+08:002020-04-23T06:03:19.652+08:00I'm still on the treadmill, just in a differen...I'm still on the treadmill, just in a different format. Working from home is great, but it is also busier somehow. Home schooling starts next week too. Hells bells. Leanne @ Deep Fried Fruithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00886017636780724635noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-3371642187858417032020-04-22T16:54:53.467+08:002020-04-22T16:54:53.467+08:00I was just learning to relax into life, post work,...I was just learning to relax into life, post work, post grandchild care, post cancer treatments...and then BAM! No, I cannot go and do what I want and I miss it greatly. However, as a 'good girl' I am obeying the rules but I will look forward to greater freedom to sit at a cafe with my coffee and draw in my book. Missing that in my day big time. Thanks for linking up for Life This Week. Next week, the optional prompt is Life Stories 1. Hope to see you there. Denyse. Denyse Whelan.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16888810644186418559noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-49741518865487498102020-04-21T19:10:11.354+08:002020-04-21T19:10:11.354+08:00I've been the same Laurie - wondering why I...I've been the same Laurie - wondering why I'm not doing more with my time, but then I realized that it's different for all of us - some need to fill every moment, and others (like me) are happy for the day to unfold slowly and to have been pleasantly occupied - but not necessarily "productive" and I refuse to beat myself up over it! :)Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-71275201100663857852020-04-21T19:08:52.707+08:002020-04-21T19:08:52.707+08:00My life is pretty unchanged too Sam but I do miss ...My life is pretty unchanged too Sam but I do miss the opportunity to see our kids - and Easter was a bit of a non-event. Despite that, stepping away from all the distractions and being in my own headspace these last few weeks has been a lot more enjoyable than I would have expected!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-36721371299415903632020-04-21T19:07:43.082+08:002020-04-21T19:07:43.082+08:00I'm the same SSG - when your world gets smalle...I'm the same SSG - when your world gets smaller, the little things seem to get bigger and more important - it can work both ways (little niggles seem more annoying) but I find that the small joys in life are deeper and richer atm.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-60892426833696193042020-04-21T01:46:07.792+08:002020-04-21T01:46:07.792+08:00Wonderful post, Leanne! Why do we feel the need to...Wonderful post, Leanne! Why do we feel the need to be productive all the time? I feel guilty sometimes just to stop and work the crossword puzzle in the newspaper. I love the "When This Is Over" graphic. I hope I never take simple pleasures for granted again!Meditations in Motionhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08406003928113822953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-54841948138458264732020-04-20T14:40:24.850+08:002020-04-20T14:40:24.850+08:00I love the idea of looking at it as long service l...I love the idea of looking at it as long service leave. To be honest, day to day life hasn't changed that much for me although hubby is now working from home which is a bonus! And thanks to the wonders of modern technology, I'm able to keep in touch with my friends more than ever. I love Laura's words and really hopes she is right.Sammie @ The Annoyed Thyroidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10326825231887812726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-48847554175459497562020-04-20T10:07:15.357+08:002020-04-20T10:07:15.357+08:00Leanne
I really needed to read and reflect on your...Leanne<br />I really needed to read and reflect on your post today. I'm slowly learning to love the lifestyle that's been imposed on us all. I've also found myself more appreciative of the simple things that make up seemingly ordinary days.<br /><br />SSG xxxSydney Shop Girlhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05813953421175387706noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-55823299096492451792020-04-18T17:53:05.146+08:002020-04-18T17:53:05.146+08:00I've definitely noticed how differently we'...I've definitely noticed how differently we're all coping with this Deb. Many are like you and me - calm and fairly undisturbed by it all, others are constantly online checking updates, others are worried about their health and are extremely anxious. I feel so grateful that it's had so little impact on my world - but I'm also aware that choosing my response makes a big difference to how each day plays out.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-68246619740346326392020-04-18T17:51:12.425+08:002020-04-18T17:51:12.425+08:00Yes I realized that too when I went to your blog J...Yes I realized that too when I went to your blog Jill - we'll have to do a coffee and catch up sometime (with Jo Castro included!) xLeannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-38072464847759099352020-04-18T17:50:41.790+08:002020-04-18T17:50:41.790+08:00Retirement definitely gave me a headstart with loc...Retirement definitely gave me a headstart with lockdown too Dawn - I'd already settled into a more flexible lifestyle and I enjoy the time I spend at home. I think the biggest take away for me is that this is a time to rest and consider how I want to proceed when we're allowed to resume all our activities. Maybe some will be left in the dust and others will become more important?Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-72690067225490907912020-04-18T17:48:53.328+08:002020-04-18T17:48:53.328+08:00Hi Sue - I think you're right about using this...Hi Sue - I think you're right about using this time to seriously think about what's important and how we want to spend our time going into the future. There's very little that I've given up that I've missed so far and that makes me wonder if I need to be looking into other areas to engage my heart and mind more when this is over.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-7764610394970514592020-04-17T15:18:56.542+08:002020-04-17T15:18:56.542+08:00I think it's a great way of looking at it Lean...I think it's a great way of looking at it Leanne, taking a little break and giving ourselves some time to recover. I agree people seem to be making more of an effort now that we've all been isolated, we're staying in touch, checkin in on family and friends more and communicating in different ways. Some days I feel like nothing has changed and then others I feel it deeply but I'm making the most of this time at home. A lovely post Leanne, that sums it all up nicely. i do feel for many who aren't feeling the calm though and worry about mental health issues that may impact on some later down the track. Take care xxDeb's Worldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12706654888846671781noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-65621379644725173792020-04-17T09:49:22.686+08:002020-04-17T09:49:22.686+08:00Hi again Leanne, just realised we live in the same...Hi again Leanne, just realised we live in the same town! Jill Harrisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08484965955166744702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-31089105727503995972020-04-17T09:40:55.386+08:002020-04-17T09:40:55.386+08:00I retired 5 years ago so I was already isolating m...I retired 5 years ago so I was already isolating myself at home for a good part of many days. This isn't so different other than trying to do 2 weeks of grocery shopping at once, which pretty much sucks. And not being able to go to my favorite park, or drive around with my camera. I miss those things. But I'm hopeful I'll still be able to camp this summer, and if I can't go to a park maybe I'll just camp in my own back yard. The best part of being retired is that I can be flexible.Dawnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00824027366993286152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-42254218148723449432020-04-17T09:16:44.162+08:002020-04-17T09:16:44.162+08:00Hi Leanne, the idea of taking Long Service Leave f...Hi Leanne, the idea of taking Long Service Leave from life is spot on. Even in retirement we can become so caught up in life that we don't actually enjoy how we are spending our time. Now I isolation is the perfect time to be reflecting on what changes we would like to make in our life and moving forward from there. Take care and have a lovely weekend. xx #BloggersPitStopSue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15418770845484399102noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-40355357292321520012020-04-16T19:25:32.071+08:002020-04-16T19:25:32.071+08:00Hi Marie - stopping work last year was like a prep...Hi Marie - stopping work last year was like a prep course for all this lockdown and self-isolation. It gave me time to adjust to being home more, so it's only the social side of things that I've given up each week. The slowing down has been quite pleasant - but I'll be happy when it eases up a bit and we can see our kids and grandkids again.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-88043893333754458242020-04-16T19:23:59.994+08:002020-04-16T19:23:59.994+08:00Hi Min - the stress of all of this seems to affect...Hi Min - the stress of all of this seems to affect us all differently. I think if it has a big impact (as it's had with you) then it's time to step back and be kinder to yourself and put a few balls down (you didn't drop them - you released them!) We can pick it all up when the world tells us it's time for our Leave to be over and to get back on the daily treadmill.Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-50210028799120331472020-04-16T19:22:12.229+08:002020-04-16T19:22:12.229+08:00Hi Jill - sorry to hear about the moon boot - but ...Hi Jill - sorry to hear about the moon boot - but I guess being stuck at home means you have time to heal without dragging it around the shops or whatever other commitments you might normally have. My mum had just had her knee replaced before all this happened and was busy trying to stock up and bunker down while she hobbled around on crutches!Leannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05623420015695351280noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-14090111991034263752020-04-16T18:40:40.923+08:002020-04-16T18:40:40.923+08:00Hi Leanne enjoyed your post. Agree this forced &qu...Hi Leanne enjoyed your post. Agree this forced "slowing down" can be seen as a gift, not withstanding the seriousness of this virus and it's financial implications on many. I too have worked for 40 yrs only stopping to have children. I still work 2-3 days per week and am finding the days off very strange indeed. Sometimes I feel I'm wasting my time but have to remind myself it's ok to not be busy. Mariehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17806174739275518209noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-73812731035573805672020-04-16T12:06:16.902+08:002020-04-16T12:06:16.902+08:00I'm so ready for long service leave. I've...I'm so ready for long service leave. I've dropped a lot of balls of late and I really don't care. I do think there is a lot to be gained and learned from the world coming to a halt as it has and that is not at all to diminish the devastation the virus has caused and is still causing. I love the quote and agree wholeheartedly! xoMin - Write of the Middlehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11880899126465316282noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-48118866150272118122020-04-16T09:39:00.785+08:002020-04-16T09:39:00.785+08:00sorry your quote....though I did like Laura Kelly&...sorry your quote....though I did like Laura Kelly's too! :) <br />Jill Harrisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08484965955166744702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4722898771124083282.post-91331954993992991392020-04-16T09:32:15.189+08:002020-04-16T09:32:15.189+08:00thank you for this thoughtful post. This really is...thank you for this thoughtful post. This really is long service leave from life and we must take advantage of it. As Laura Kelly says, what a shame if we got to the end and realised we hadn't made the most of this time. At the moment I am a bit tied because I had an ankle op 3 weeks ago and still have another 3 weeks in a moon boot, but I have still been trying to catch up on little "projects" and know there are lots of things I am looking forward to doing when I can get around better. Thanks for the post. I am linking up to you today through the Lovin Life Linky. Jill Harrisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08484965955166744702noreply@blogger.com