Breathing spaces or putting some margins into our weekly schedule as I grow older I am finding more and more important. Perspective .... Our bodies will often give us some signals at which at our peril we ignore.

Working in CCU often one may see differences in attitudes towards signs of heart attacks or or ther cardiac symptoms. This may include one who does a self discharge because of a job waiting across the province and restrictions in coffee and smoking. The was in contrast to another, who upon discovery of the need for a cardiac bi-pass went into a depression thinking life was over,  but quickly bounced back when discovered what the options were after surgery and re-adjustments in life style but more years with  family.

 My current reminders have been forgetfulness…and misplacing items and the ensuing panic to find them again….perhaps minor in comparison. However as I approach the year anniversary of my left hip break and following surgery, I do become abit more reflective.

So the following shots are a few ways in the last week I have been looking for signs of spring and stopping to “ smell the flowers “ or enjoy the small moments.

Cylamen...One of the flowering plants picked up at Home Depot Changing light triggered my Christmas cactus to bloom

Full perspective from patio above an inside pool looking out snowy outdoor playground and a runner passing by in first shot.

A touch of spring in fresh cut flowers for a coffee shop stop as I ventured out for my first time this season on the bike at a friend's suggestion Sunday afternoon.    The paths were relatively clear and river is breaking up. 

Dogs enjoying a run at Laurier Park.

Late in day, melting temps made everything pretty soggy! But not an impediment for going after scurrying sounds underneath!