Thank you!

Hi Denise, just a reminder to the world that all things are relative! For me, it is much easier to put some pretty pictures in a post than it is to "logic out" something deeper, let it percolate

I think that even if content is very simple, you can at least put a little effort into nice presentation and a short explanation of what you're doing.

I think photography does definitely have value... I'm sorry to hear you had a negative experience with one of Hive's communities. Sometimes there are unwritten rules people decide on and hold everyone

Thank you very much @egonz!

I often use writing (and photography) as a relaxation and meditation exercise, and to that end as often as not I am writing for my own benefit as much as I am writing for "public consumption."

Thanks for the kind words **@jacey.boldart, I appreciate it!

Yeah, we like it out there... it's our oasis, in the middle of suburbia. The "sweet spot" seems to be about 500-800 words that stay somewhat on-point. I find that relatively easy to do, as a

The irony was somewhat intentional @thatcryptodave; I'm just not that into "low effort" posting, even though I sometimes like to escape from trying to write something "deep and meaningful."

Thanks for your thoughtful comment, and for sharing your experiences! Although this was many years ago now, when I first came to the USA in 1981 someone told me a bit of a joke: Q: "What's the main

Thank you for the heartfelt sharing! In some ways, your sister sounds a bit like my own mother who eternally seemed determined to fill "her empty spaces inside" with accomplishments, glitz, status

Indeed, death is an inevitable part of life. I believe it is important that we be at peace with that reality, and enjoy life as much as possible, while we are here. Sounds like your Granny got to leave

Interesting point about LOTR; I believe that what matters is that we have the option to choose our approach to life and longevity... and so "quality" vs. "quantity" and some combination

Thanks Clare! I'll check out your podcast, too. I'd much rather just have a good and authentic life experience while I am here, rather than going to endless lengths trying to squeeze a few more months

Thank you for stopping by! Glad you enjoyed the article.

Thanks for the support; I appreciate it!

Which is actually ironic, here in the USA because even though the system advocates quantity of life, this country does not come anywhere close to having the greatest longevity!

Ah yes, the sickness industry. I believe it's the 28th Law of Profit: "Keep the patient alive, for as long as they are alive you can PROFIT from them!"

Well, I do try to set a few small investments aside here and there, and maybe they will do something, but much of the time I just end up having to sell again to do things like repair the car or buy food.

And some day you probably will! It's a nice place to visit... at least during the summer!