Start of a journey

I begin this blog with trepidation, but then again there is absolutely nothing to be lost. I do so enjoy reading blogs although I must confess, there are so many out there that those I actually have viewed and followed are really quite limited. To spend hours following and reading gives one a sense of intimidation. Why put myself through that stress? What could I possibly have to say that hasn't already been said or at least thought of? Don't you sometimes think of that when you hear some music. I mean really, there should be a limited amount of ways the notes can be put together but still...new compositions arise all the time.
I've had this on my mind for some time, the idea to blog. What has delayed me? Well, the title has to be just so! Those that know me and have worked with me know that when I gave a talk or presentation I put a lot of emphasis on the title. Because after all, that is what is going to catch your eye and pull you in. What should the title be? Hmmmm.... Well, it is really all about me but then again I do have this partner here in the woods with me so would it be right to just call it Lady in the Wood? No, I don't think so.Thus the name: Ladies in the Woods.
Surprisingly,title not taken or maybe they don't really say it is or it isn't, they simply give you a way to find this particular post.
Next step, start the process. Ramble on and on or just take it slow. Let's try slow.Why me, why now? I have just started my 6th decade of living. 5 behind me and who knows, 5 to go.So, am I on the upswing or the downswing? I like to think they have been very successful. I also have recently retired from 31 years as an RN in an NICU (that's neonatal intensive care). 37 yrs as an RN. So have started that whole process of adapting to life at a different pace. I am learning to let go of "work" but struggling with not seeing co-workers on a daily basis. Missing teaching opportunities but knowing that I still have a lot to give.Getting used to the change in income and trying to figure out what to do next. As you read this, then you know, she has a hell of a lot to ramble on about!! And so I will. I tend to go on and on and on. These then will be my challenges: Keep it Simple Stupid, Just the Facts Ma'am, Tell Me More, and What the Hell Was That all About! Maybe I should also put Get Down off the Soapbox! Mmmm...one more, Don't Forget about Me. My history with journaling in the written form, with pen and bound journal, is good for about well lets just say I have a number of journals lying about with anywhere from a 6 month gap to a 20yr gap! The challenge is on.  Later my friends, WL (let's go with that rather than Wood Lady).Something different after 60 years of the same name and a variety of other titles.