Winter is melting in early spring here on the high desert plains of Northwestern Nevada. March is such a strange time of year. Today, the temperatures should be in the 50’s, while the last of the storms passed last night. Winds over our little town were at least 39 mph.
Living on the desert, one must be prepared for the weather to change at a moments notice. The road was dry. In two hours, it was under water. By the end of the day, dry again. Winds whipped at 39 mph and then died down to nothing. There is never a dull moment around here.
As desert widow, I need to be tougher than I ever thought possible. Sometimes this can be difficult when the river of life is rushing by. When uncertainties gets me down, I remember the following thoughts inspired by “You Gotta Be” by Des’ree.
Listen as your day unfolds
Challenge what the future holds
Try and keep your head up to the sky
Stormy skies may cause you tears
Go ahead, release your fears
My, oh my, oh my.
Remember what your mother said
Read the books your father read
Try to solve the puzzles in your own sweet time
Some may have more cash than you
Others may take a different view
My, oh my, oh my.
Time asks no questions, it goes on without you
Leaving you behind if you can’t stand the pace
The world keeps on spinning
Can’t stop it if you try to
The best part is life’s mystery staring you right in the face
But Always Remember……..
You gotta be bad
You gotta be bold
You gotta be wiser
You gotta be hard
You gotta be tough
You gotta be stronger
You gotta be cool
You gotta be calm
You gotta stay together
All I know for sure is this…..
LOVE will save the day
Whatever you do today, find the strength to practice just a little more patience throughout your day. If the sun shines, go dance in it. If it’s raining, enjoy a cozy day inside. And, for you living in the Sierra Nevada’s, have faith. Spring is just days away, along with the thaw.