1) It’s a good day, for a few reasons. Being able to accomplish something significant by 11 AM on a writing day always helps my mood, and today I am pretty pleased with my column.
2) On a deeper level, a Fascinating New Personality has come into the picture, and I predict a lot of afternoon tea and cookies in my future.
3) Finally, after a retreat of nearly a year, an internet friend has resurfaced, so that I am resuming my role of Wise Elder. Simultaneously, another Friend at a Distance is taking on a similar role with me. I can’t say “Wise Elder” in this case because I think I’m actually a whisper older. Let’s say he’s an Auxiliary Brake. A message of reassuring caution from him this morning helped put a strong foundation under my good mood today.
3a) Long story short — grateful.