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Broken Promises of Summer

Typically summer, since I was a little girl, had to include sun and swimming.  This was my plan for this summer.  I was to join the pool and do lap swimming at sunrise or sunset.  But there was a different plan for me held by the universe.  On June 17th I woke up really early and full of energy just a bit after sunrise.  I washed the dishes and then headed to the basement to wash some clothes so my son was ready for camp.  Well, I missed a step and boy did that cost me.  I ended up dislocating my ankle, breaking it in two places and tearing a major ligament.  I had to have surgery a week and a half later.  This summer has been a mind game.  Trying to stay whole and sound while healing.  I say a mind game because I have never had to be so still and within myself until this summer, as I had to keep weight off my right foot for weeks and into months. . .sitting down, reading, painting and writing.  I can't believe its already August.  It's been a while since I've blogged and it feels good to be back. This image I am posting is a tiny ATC and it is called "Lady with Seahorses."  I use to raise seahorses and they remind me of magic of the sea, which I am longing to visit as a part of my healing process.
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  1. carol l mckAugust 6, 2012 at 6:00 AM

    Love the ATC as I love seahorses and mermaids ~ sending you lots of healing hugs ~ be well soon ~ ( A Creative Harbor)

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  2. Stephanie BirdAugust 6, 2012 at 6:02 AM

    Yes, aren't seahorses and mermaids just the best? Thanks for the healing hugs! I need them.

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