Nobody escapes that.
The Fourth of July weekend turned out to be a nice break from stress with a beautiful and spirited parade.
There was also a lovely birthday party for a "firecracker baby" sister whose birthday just happens to fall on July 4th.
Some challenging situations, such as car breakdowns and questions about bills, have re-surged and it takes grace and patience to deal with them.
It's my custom to deal with problems for awhile but then take little breaks from them.
Going through a plastic storage tote turned out to be another de-stress er.
A pair of gold-toned birds, among my very favorite decorations, had been put away last winter.Unfortunately, I couldn't remember where I put them.
They were given to me by a very dear "forever" friend, Jana, who lives in Georgia. She always finds exquisite presents.
Stress of the day lifted like a fluffy white cloud when I reached into a tote and found the birds!
They have now been placed on a little buffet in the apartment living room and make me happy every time I glance in their direction.
HOW DO YOU HANDLE STRESSFUL SITUATIONS IN LIFE?