This is not going to be a Debbie Downer post. It isn’t.
I disconnected this weekend. I stayed away from Facebook. Steered clear of WordPress too. Until Sunday when RG and I put the finishing touches on a story that we’d been writing for a few weeks.
I kept to myself. I enjoyed the rainy days and the January thaw. I watched bad movies.
I laid on the couch on Saturday night. Snuggled close to the husband and watched (Ick!) football. Peyton Manning was playing, so I didn’t mind it too much. I think he’s such a damn doll. Funny too. Give me a funny man and I melt. The Wonder Schnauzers draped themselves all over us. We went to bed at 10:00 pm. Slept in till 8:00 the next morning.
I went to the movies with Roger Darling on Sunday. Zero Dark Thirty (go see it!). Did an early dinner. Folded clean laundry. Wasted time. Drank coffee. Got food around the week. It’s time to eat healthy again.
I have to tell you, it was probably one of the best weekends I’ve had in a long time.
When I logged into Facebook this morning, I didn’t feel the draw to it I usually do. I didn’t feel it too much when I was on WordPress either. I checked my work email a bit and I’ve been working on reimbursements and all kinds of other office paper work. I’ve stayed off of my iPhone too.
My mind isn’t racing. My thoughts aren’t scattered. I’m breathing easy and not anxious. There’s no depression; anger. For today anyway. I’m smiling. Not apprehensive. My soul is quiet. Not tortured.
I’ve come to the realization that I’m but a speck of sand on a beach. A mere ripple of wave in a vast sea. I must quell my need for significance.
I’m here to get on in this life and live the best I can. To love those around me.
It’s nice when you realize your own insignificance and fade into the background.
To let go.
Love and kisses, An insignificant Sparkly Girl (and I really am okay with that.)
Renee Writes Here 
Such a great insight to share Renee ~ sometimes we have to step back and pause… sort of take personal inventory of what is driving us … and where/what it is we are driving … Sounds like a perfect weekend for you to recharge and regroup ~ Thank you ~ x R
Thanks for your comment hon. It was a fantastic weekend of nothing. Everyone needs to disconnect or we’ll go mad. I’m okay with a teeny bit of madness. Too much is exhausting though.
Hugs and thanks to you, Renee
🙂 Thanks Renee ~ have a lovely week!! x R
You too my dear. Enjoy the quiet and the crazy. 🙂
You are significant precious simply because you exist. Never ever believe the lie that you are insignificant. You are a note in the song of life, without you, the song would be off. Simply without you. Glad you disconnected, it’s good to remember that your value comes from your existence not from what you do. What you do makes a difference for sure but does not increase or decrease your significance as a human. Just your contribution. Much love. Sheri
Thanks my lovely Sheri,
I’m okay. I was tired. We all are notes in a beautiful song aren’t we. I’m so glad you’re here. Thanks again. For everything.
Love, Renee
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Thank you my sweetheart. I will be happy to accept your nomination. It means so very much to me.
Love, Renee
No I Love you my dear that is important
Thank you Ajay.
Not at all my dear,
I love you my dear friend
Love you too my dear friend. Glad we found each other.
Significantly insignificant. Well done you. 🙂
Thank you Stu. I’ve missed you hon. Hope all is well with you.
Kisses, Renee
Your weekend sounds perfect, your reflections on who we all are – on point. Just recognize that your shine reflects itself on anyone and anything you’re around (even the laundry)..;-)
Thanks my sweet friend. I hope your weekend was restful, happy and well, stellar.
We all have a little shine don’t we?
Love, Renee
We all shine, tho’ some (like you) sparkle even brighter than most..Sending much love, m
Thanks my sweet. Your comments leave me quite sparkly. I think your light is reflecting on me. Like the moon does when the sun hits it just right.
❤
as is ………”Insignificant ” as if ………………………
It’s GOOD TO TURN OFF EVERYTHING 🙂 XXXX
brave insights lady MM xxxx
ps- debbie downer is pretty funny on SNL ……………
For You xxxx
Gulping the coffee – and singing with U 🙂 🙂 🙂
xoxoxo
C
Love it Kitty Cat. I do, I do. It was nice to just “be”. Can’t wait to watch the video. You are of my heart. You really are.
Kisses, Renee (MM)
“You are of my heart ” xxxx
beauty xxxxxxxxxxxxx
being is being right – we just are 🙂 xxxx
🙂 i sound like a new age cat – not really
it is what is ……:) 🙂 xoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxoxo
MUAH XOXOXOX
Mwah back at ya babe!
I love what You’ve done to your site xxx
see – u needed that time 🙂
non new age cat loves you …lol xo
Glad you like the change. I sure do too. Think I might have to fix the Marilyn graphic just a tad though.
Love my new age Cat. Giggles.
LOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOLOL
please no ………………
Trying to not think so deep …………please 🙂 lol xoxoxoxooxoxoxoxox
🙂
so stop 🙂 and Just have fun xoxoxoxo
LOL XO
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It was Renee unplugged! How lovely, now if only we could teach our children how delightful it is to unplug themselves, a moment in time they have never known but a time I certainly remember fondly! Going back to basics is always a good thing! Thanks for the reminder!
It is so important to let go. I have to remind my kids all the time that technology ruined them. It is so hard for them to disconnect. Boredom is something that I do cherish. They haven’t gotten there yet, but they will. Hope your weekend was good.
Love, Renee
A quiet weekend with someone you love can have that effect… It’s so nice to ‘let go’ as you say, Renee… I found myself ‘drifting off’ into that wonderland of peace as I read your words… xoxoxo
Then the moment for action comes and we are back with a gusto for something to get our teeth into… at least that’s the way it is for me…. Quiet rest and solitude, then I must return to action…. Seems to be ‘right’ for me….! 😉
And it is for me too. With quiet and rest, I find I’m so much better at work. At play. At life. I’m glad you are too. I knew I liked you my sweet. Now I have yet another reason to.
Kisses, Renee
Sounds like you had a great weekend! Good for you. A break from the ‘online world’ can be a great thing. Glad you had fun!
It really was fun. It’s so nice to unplug. So healing. Hope your weekend was good to you too.
Love, Renee
To the world, you may be one person – but to one person you are the world. It’s better to be deeply meaningful to a few than meaningless to the masses, I think.
It’s been suggested to me that just sitting there all unplugged in complete silence and darkness and attempting to think of nothing for 10 minutes is good for the mind, and for the day.
Yes my dear Edward it is a good exercise to be still. I’m learning the art of meditation. Of just “being”. I’m learning that it’s okay to not be “on” all the time. To take time for myself and listen to the silence. It’s healing. It’s cathartic. It makes me better.
Thanks for the kind words my sweet Edward. I adore your passion. I do.
Love, Renee
“Letting go.” It’s a good habit to get into. Practice it often =]
I’m trying my best t. It ain’t easy for a passionate girl like me.
Wisdom! I needed this.
I’m glad you got something out of it. I know I sure did.
Love, Renee
i love the message in this post! (but not as much as i’m lovin’ your marilyn monroe layout) ^^ have a great day!
Thank you my dear kz. We must remember to let go. It’s so healthy for us. Take care sweetie.
Love, Renee