One of the best things about retirement is being able to spontaneously do fun things. One afternoon, I met up with 2 of my daughters and we went for a walk around campus. Penn State campus is especially gorgeous in the spring both in sights and smells! We walked to the arboretum to view all the new plants and exhibits. The children's garden was just being planted which gave me hope that I wasn't too late with my garden. My daughters and I share a love for coffee - they like iced and I like my coffee hot no matter the weather. At a recent conference, I found a cute little coffee shop that offered a honey-lavender latte and it was delicious! I was very pleased that our local coffee shops both offer something similar. It is a treat that on my way to work at the library, I stop and pick up a latte :)
One thing that I am learning is how to say 'no'. It seems that once the word is out that you are retired, all sorts of opportunities present themselves. And I want to do every single one! Today I was asked if I would play the calliope during the parade at our antique tractor show since the usual player wasn't available. I had already committed myself to a meeting of our quilt guild on Friday during the time of the parade. Since I am just beginning the role of co-president and have NO idea of what I'm doing, I had to say no to the calliope. I hope I get the chance another time.
Currently I am trying to help put together a baby shower for my daughter-in-law. Her mom and I are hosting it and thank goodness, Ang (her mom), is organized. I'm the type of person who knows what I should do but have trouble actually taking action. I've given up any hope that I will have the baby quilt started - let alone done - by the time of the shower. I do have a vision of what I want to make so once I get started, I should be good.
So many good, fun things to do! I'm happy - very, very happy!
