Dee Hathaway

Well look who’s back. It’s me! and it’s you. Yes, I’ve been slacking off on the posts again… (you should see my social calendar… just completely filled) Okay, so I could do better at the writing. How often do you update your blog, anyway? hmmmm?

I went to do yoga again yesterday (cuz I’m all about trying to fold myself up like a glove-box road map)… and I still like it. I just have to remember not to burn out my back & shoulders lifting weights (insert manly comment here) the day before, cuz there’s a lot of ‘planking’ in yoga. (I’m not a big planker, just so you know.) It’s actually relaxing and exciting at the same time. You should go.

I’ve noticed at yoga and at the gym that I see the same people there all the time. I realize that people are comfortable with schedules and routines, but I’ve noticed that I’m seeing these same people in other places. I’ve even ran into one of these people at Walmart (of all places) and , and yes, I actually stopped to talk with them.

And I’ve written before about how you notice things once you become aware of them (like red cars), so it’s not really surprising that I would start seeing people I know once I know more people.

So I started thinking about this, and about the past posts I’ve done on paths (I should never go back and read old posts… makes me repeat. But you should go read them all the time. Like now.) and on how we are all connected. (wow, there’s a mini-summary of everything I’ve written) And it started me thinking about concentric circles ((great. he’s going to start talking about geometry)), and no, I’m not going to start talking about geometry. Well, not much anyway.

Concentric circles share a common center, axis or origin, and isn’t that how we are? Isn’t that just us? If you stop and think about it (like I did, thus this post), we are just concentric objects centered around the same purpose, sharing the same origin.

I liked the concentric people idea enough. But I am currently pretty involved in the whole “every possible path” thing (go read the post if you need to…) and felt the need to take it a little farther. Cuz you know how I like to take things too far.

Concentric objects can actually be on the exact same path, or they can be on totally different paths, but if they cross paths, it is just a crossed path; a moment when they are joined.

So how does that explain Lost, or us here (yes, you and me) where the paths kind of merge together? Well, lemme tell you.

There is a geometric shape called a Fermat’s Spiral, in which seemingly concentric circles actually spiral inward until they join at the center. (that is not the mathematical description, that is the hathawayian description) Which brings me to the point of this post. (yes, there’s a purpose to all that boredom)

So let me speak to all of you one at a time (yes, all 4 of you loyal readers), because it makes the spiral work for the blog (and it’s all about making it work for me). We are concentric objects, circling the same origin and quite possibly with the same purpose. Probably we are many circles around many different centers (but let’s not get that deep here). But more than that, we are in a spiral… perhaps we have been circling around for quite some time, circling and not even aware that we were. And now we have neared the center of that spiral and are becoming more aware of each other all the time… where will we meet? Yoga? WalMart? Maybe right here is where we meet…

So yes, it’s confusing for me too. But talking to you about it clears my head and gives the Lost producers a better way to end the show than blowing everybody into a million pieces or drowning them in a sub (come on guys). And being in this spiral with you makes me happy. And being happy and centered is what yoga is all about (you see how I closed that circle there?) And my favorite yoga position(?) pose(?) place(?)… it’s called Happy Dee. And I couldn’t do it without you.

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Where have you been? OK… good point. Where have I been?

It’s been a very busy weekend, and an even busier start to the week. I’ve really missed talking to you (and you have been very patient), and appreciate you not giving up on me. (see, I know you haven’t given up because you’re reading this right now… keep reading!) Over the past few very busy, very not posty days, I have come to realize that being able to talk to you here means quite a bit to me. And it’s not just because I know how much you like reading my crazy ramblings (come on, you like it. admit it), but also because it helps me clear my head and get myself back into myself. Or out of myself. Whichever.

Anyway… last Saturday afternoon was kind of weird for me. Found myself in some kind of self-doubting mood, which I really don’t have much anymore, so it freaked me out even more (vicious circle). So I put away all my toys and thoughts and vegged in front of the TV (rocketman, most excellent show).

Before I knew it I was waking up to the buzzing of my phone. (I do like napping, but seldom get the chance). Seems that somebody had left their lights on in their car at the park-n-ride and needed a jump start.

I just happen to be an expert jump-starter (meaning I have cables), so I pulled my weirded-out self out of the chair and into the truck to go rescue the stranded motorist. (you can always call me if you’re stranded… I’ll be there).

I was driving down the road, still in that funky mood and started trying to pull myself out of it. I put some Choi on and started thinking happy thoughts and reaching out… and then I got a text. A smiley face. It’s always fantastic to have someone just reach out when you need reaching out to. To get that little boost when you need it. And then today’s post (which should have been Saturday’s post) was set.

So I made it on to the stranded motorist and gave their poor dead battery a boost. Which is how I tie this story into this post (it happens in every post people).

You all should know by now that I’ve been in an awesome place lately… things are rolling my way, you’re rolling with me, the tank is clean, the sun is shining… things are just good. But occasionally I start to feel a little bit achy, like something is missing, and I wanted to share with you what I do when I my poor dead battery needs a boost. (see the clever tie-in there…)

Not long ago I would not have been able to pull myself out of a funk that fast. In fact, not so long ago I was in a totally different place – my normal state was moderate with an occasional high. I’ve got to say that I’m currently on a constant high with an occasional higher (okay, and an occasional drop… it happens). So what has made the difference?

I started out a few weeks ago talking about distraction, and I think that has helped as much as anything. Also a different attitude (yes, I’m going there again). I decided that I was going to be happy, that I was going to be me. That was just the catalyst that started me speeding toward… This. And I can’t wait to see how much farther it goes.

Anyhoo… back to the point. Here are the things that make Dee feel better, that jump-start me, that give me a boost.

• The Gym. OK, it doesn’t have to be the gym. But I do so much better throughout the day if I have that workout first thing in the morning. I can’t speak to the scientific reasons (but I know there are some), I’m just telling you that my daily morning ritual is there for a reason (and it’s not just for the abs).  And I do love my morning routine.  Puts a smile on my face every time.  (try yoga… it’s fun. and stretchy)
• Good music. David is my current favorite (he’s our boy), but I am also discovering new songs and new meaning in old songs all the time. I do get a little carried away…
• Creative Art. I have a couple of favorite sites that I peruse when I am looking for inspiration or to be reminded about beauty and love. There are people out there who are full of life and love and fun… Find them – or open up your heart and mind and let them find you (I did).
• Writing. Being able to talk to you is the best therapy. It’s a way for me to vent, rant, laugh… just a way for me to put the real me in front of somebody. And to know that you appreciate the real me is a boost in itself (I take no complaints as a sign of approval.. you should know)
• Driving. I really like the race car. It’s pretty, it’s fast (I like fast), its comfortable and it fits me very well.    And it’s nice to just sit in and listen to some music sometimes…

So my message to you is this, I suppose. Thank you to those who let me soak up some inspiration from your web sites. Thank you music peeps for knowing how I feel and putting into words and music what I can’t find words for. Thank you to those who are there reading this, for listening. Thank you for being a part of my life, and for giving me such a boost every day.

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