Plants, maps & flights of fancy

It's springtime in Jordan.  Here too, almost.  The trees have buds on them...a tiny flourish of green is rearing its sweet head.  Thank goodness, because winter drives me stark raving mad.  I need dirt on my hands-in the best possible way of course, via gardening.  I need a fix of planting and weeding and tilling soil.  Then I'll be a happy girl.

 

My girls have a framed vintage New York City subway map hanging in their bathroom.  I bought it for them on my last trip there.  Each time I go in to clean (once a week to clean, every day to tidy-mom style) I gaze upon it, and I can see myself strolling through SoHo with a turkey and cranberry chutney sandwich on whole grain-only stopping to feed pidgeons. I (you guessed it) am a daydreamer.

These dreams occasionally manifest into grand adventures.  Almost like a conscious-creation type metaphysical-thingie. Ask Deepak if you want the "quantum" on it.  All I know is, it works. :)

 
  

So I'll get to thinking up a new destination.  Since I'm suffering *post vacation let down*- a real honest-to- goodness syndrome that leads one to booking alternate vacations or getaways in order to alleviate one's symptoms...! And San Francisco seems to be on the radar for a "please, can I go?" "Pretty please????"

Well, California was such a good trip the last time.  Why mess with a good thing? And talk about getting somewhere fast! Cali is only four and a bit hours by plane.  Easy peasy, lemon squeezy.  :) I'm trying to meet up with this girl. This girl. Maybe this girl will show up if the volcanic ash doesn't hinder her. And a few other girls (no blogs). Oh this girl will be invited but who knows if she can manage it, she is entirely way too busy! I hope not though.

After all, she is a photography maven; a trip organizer extraordinaire....! So if she can't go that will stink.  But if the gods are smiling on little old moi in November...maybe...just maybe..... :)

See how things become clear when you focus on what you want?? Manifest it people!  Do not concentrate on that which you do not want.

Only focus-solely focus-on that which you DO.

xo

p.s. if you don't get what you want-never fear.  There is always a really good reason. :)

Comments

[Jill]

Ahhhhh, San Fransisco....that's where I asked hubby to take me for my 40th....it didn't happen (sigh)...one day, when I can afford the trip...both with money and time, I WILL go there...until then, like you, I will day dream about it :)

Love you!
xoxo

[Se'lah]

Thanks for sharing the gorgeous photos of Jordan.

Sending positive vibes that everyone will be able to meet up. waving to Tara.

one love.

[Swirly]

Yes! Yes!! Come to California!!

[shelagh]

I always have to click on the links:) Her and her and her..... your wee tribe of like minded souls.
San Francisco...don't forget to wear flowers in your hair. Forever summer even when foggy and cool.
That quantum thing does work, but it is hit or miss finding the correct tuning:)

[Donna]

Last time you went to So Cal, so I'm glad you are coming to your senses and thinking Nor Cal would be good this time (sorry Swirly!). Although, I would go almost anywhere to see you, my dear.

[Gigi]

Oh, SF is on my very short list. Hope you get to go in November! You are so right about the things we don't get. I had a major disappointment/set back earlier this year, but it has turned out to have a major silver lining, too. I'm glad I didn't get what I wanted. Instead, I am making something much better happen.

xoxo

[Marilyn]

San Francisco is a great place to visit, but why not another round in Jordan? I hope to see Tara in Jordan in November.

[Gillian]

yesh. I was referring to round two in Jordan :)

Julian is good to go too!! lol

[Tanya]

Oh..the turkey with cranberry chutney on whole grain leapt off the page at me! I bet I'm the ONLY one who will comment on that part...lol! I would SO love to try gardening but my hands are so very bad skin-wise I don't think they could brave the wild soil. I guess I could wear gloves but I've heard from green-thumb purists it's just not the same as getting your hands into the Earth! I love Spring and travel, great thoughts :)

[Yoli]

I am a dreamer too Gillian. I love this post and the gorgeous photos that accompany it. I dream also on NYC but right now my most pressing dream is Morocco. Did you see that Maryam is finally taking reservations?

[Tara Bradford]

Oh how I'd love to show you my San Francisco! It is my fave American city and my home in my heart of hearts. Anything is possible - but if this time doesn't work out in San Fran, then surely another one will. Fingers crossed for Jordan in November! Today I've also been tempted by Bhutan in October! But waiting to hear about the photography workshop with Reza here before booking more trips. So glad spring is making an appearance for you. xoxox