My Everyday Life Week 37

Here’s what this past week looked like- My Everyday Life Week 37

I have to get another mammogram soon to get another look. I’m trying to stay positive. I posted about it on my Instagram stories and heard from so many people who have been in the same boat. There were a few older women who left comments and this one made me feel comforted. It’s something my Mom would have said. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

It meant that I spent less time online this week.  I gave myself some space to think. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

A reminder to breathe. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Staying still while a hummingbird flies by. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Last bouquet of the garden? Maybe?

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I love the geometry of food. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Making lasagna cups. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I had leftover filling and it turned into egg bites. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

MMMM. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Pulling cards. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Casey’s almost finished with my table!!!!! 

He wrote a little something on the bottom 🙂 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I can’t wait to use it! 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

It’s so pretty!

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Getting fresh air at night. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Reading from The Big Leap

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

My snake plant is blooming! 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I caught this flower and then it was eaten by a deer… Sigh. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

The rogue echinacea still blooms. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Rosie’s in her happy place. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Going over Cooper’s homework. I love his classmate’s penmanship. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Ginger ale. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I love his pink nose and toe beans. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

On the path near my garden beds. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

My jasmine is growing up the arbor. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

This bug was so fast. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

The shadows made by the redwoods are so pretty. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Pulling some flowers and thinking about my Mom. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I was just thinking the grocery store needed a new floor and when I went this week they were tearing it up. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

A dose of pink. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Where the magic happens. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

On the deck. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Pizzzzzaaaaa. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Recipe testing!

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Hello, biscuit!

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I just wanted to get into bed. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Albert spotting on my desk. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I love the post office stamped Thinking of You. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Leo horoscope this week provoked some thoughts. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Found two crows on my way to walk with Charlotte. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

A puddle looked like a slug. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

The light is changing and I am happy about it. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Almost full moon!

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Mint tea before bed. 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

I will HAVE NO PAPER PILE BY THE END OF THE WEEKEND!!!! 

My Everyday Life Week 37 of 2021- a photography series by Tracy Benjamin of Shutterbean.com

Week 37 in 2020

Week 37 in 2019

Week 37 in 2018

Week 37 in 2017

Week 37 in 2016

Week 37 in 2015

Week 37 in 2014

Week 37 in 2013

 Week 37 in 2012

Week 37 in 2011

 

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  • Chuck

    Hi Tracy. I noted that section where you think about inspiring others and I thought I had to tell you about how you have inspired me. I’ve been reading your weekly blog updates for a number of years now but over lockdown here in UK I found I had more time to think about how I didn’t want to go back to my ‘normal’. I found myself watching your family life and I thought ‘I want to choose the bigger life’. I have started driving lessons again, enrolled for an astronomy course at university, started cooking again, dusted off my lovely old camera and re-instated adventure in my life. kayaking, bouldering and socialising are on the cards. I wanted to thank you and let you know you have directly contributed to my Bigger Life.

    • Tracy

      Thank you so much for your message, Chuck. It came at a time when I really needed it.
      I never know how sharing my life online can change someone else’s and I am really am so thankful you took the time to let me know. Keep up the good work! You should be so proud of yourself and the momentum you’re creating in your life.

      All the best,

      Tracy

  • Susan

    Hi Tracy,
    Thanks for posting that quote about not worrying … it really resonated with me. I too had followup diagnostics after a mammogram. My followup appt was this morning and turns out everything is fine … I hope the same is true for you. Meanwhile, before I left this morning for my appointment, my husband asked my how I was so calm about it (anxiety is typically my middle name), and I showed him the quote you had posted; it really helped with my mindset. So, thank you!

    • Tracy

      Oh my goodness! I am so glad to hear that your test went well. I’m glad this quote helped. Sending you all the best, xoxo

  • Mary

    Tracy:
    When I clean the chapel at the Catholic Church I work at tomm. I will say some Hail Mary’s for you…..I am a long time reader of your blog and I hope the best for u!!!!
    Cannot believe how tall your son is getting…its shocking. I loved it when he wore his grandma’s robe. (sob) All the best…Mary from Iowa

  • Dana

    Is that Mt Tam I see from your deck?! That’s my childhood mountain!

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