CHANGE

CHANGE.



I'm not referring to the 1930's Depression era, "Hey buddy, 'ya gotta dime?" Nor am I talking about "the change of life" for women in their 40's and 50's. I am referring to change in lifestyle, change in daily routines. I'm talking about mixing it up at the ripe age of 40-something.



I don't always embrace change. But I'm opening myself up to it more. Some of the changes are voluntary, others are necessary. I have a whole bevy of examples, so settle back and be impressed.



Lately, instead of my daily dose of black coffee, I've been having tea. Earl Grey with skim milk, to be specific. Yes, I'm still bowing to the Almighty Caffeine Goddess, but clearly in a different flavor.



Instead of jogging around the Central Park Reservoir, I'm now jogging in Riverside Park. Yeah! Total change of venue here. Yes, they are two bodies of water, but comparing the Reservoir with the Mighty Hudson River is apples and oranges, Baby. Apples and Oranges.



Even my choice of coffee shops have altered. For years, Lenny's Deli was my Cheers in the morning. Now, since I drop my child off at a different school, I've had to search out a new locale for my coffee/tea fix. Luckily it wasn't an insurmountable task. His school is just off Broadway, which seems to be a major throughfare of NYC. Finding a new coffee shop wasn't hard. Connecting with one was a little more challenging.


Things to look for in a coffee shop:


What do the people behind the counter look like?

Do I like how the clientele dresses?

Is the line too long?

Do the baked goods look good?

Do the baked goods look so good that I'll have to order something every time I come in (which is not good)?

How's the furniture?

And other things like that.


After walking for about 2 1/2 minutes, I did stumble onto one that was calling out to me.



These are just a few of my changes. Some may be very similar to yours (=), some be greater than (<), and some of your changes may be less than mine (>). Your changes would then be so miniscule, they may not reflect on anyone's radar! Obviously, this could be a nice segue to my next Tumbleweed which could be about Math. . . or not.


If you'd like to read more about change, this month's Oprah Magazine features "15 Tiny Changes That Will Change Your Life." I did consider reading the article, but I realize I don't want to change my life drastically. This recommendation for her magazine has been unsolicited. But Oprah, if you or your people are reading this, your contribution in any way is greatly appreciated. Thank you Oprah, in advance!