Unpacking for Winter or Optimism101

It was unseasonably warm today and husband, kid and I decided to start donating what we had in storage to friends and family. We moved and shifted the 12’ x 24’ storage locker like chess champions and finally, found the coveted objects to load onto the truck’s trailer. We laughed, tried not to fall into puddles and marvelled as to how a physically taxing task could be so fun.

Optimism is one emotional intelligence trait I covet more than objects. Without it, I would see the world through gloomy eyes and not realize the infinite possibilities for existence. With it, I am equipped to solve problems, find happiness and actualize into my true self. Along with an enlightened companion and six year old, the huffing, puffing and dragging the furniture around became a rollicking dance. Move this here, shift this there, and voila, it somehow fits on the trailer then back in the storage bin goes the rest.

Only snag was my optimism waning when tying jute knots across the trailer’s items. Husband is adept from former truck-driving days. I am confused and express my lack of knowledge as to how to make taut cords happen across expensive furniture and precious appliances. Husband find patience to show me repeatedly and lets me even tie it incorrectly a few times. Experience is a great teacher and again, voila, I found my optimism tucked behind my ego and we were soon on the road. Tea, hugs and joyful expressions were our unexpected reward when these items left our care and possession. Sweeter gifts could not be had or received in my opinion. Peace of the season to all of you reading this, my new blog starting up again (for the 2nd or 3rd time, now that’s optimism!)