My World, My being

Summary

The author is a self-described simple man who values meaningful conversations, natural beauty, and writing, despite owning homes in Europe and the United States and leading a life that others might not perceive as simple.

Abstract

The author leads a life they define as simple, living in modest surroundings in the United States and owning additional property in Europe, built with life savings and inheritance. Despite this, they do not consider themselves a creator but have found joy and healing in writing. They prefer experiencing nature's beauty over cultivating it and enjoy hosting and engaging in deep conversations. The author looks forward to resuming a healthy routine, including daily swimming, to maintain physical and mental well-being.

Opinions

The author values simplicity in lifestyle, despite appearances to the contrary.
They find fulfillment in hosting and engaging in meaningful interactions with others, particularly in Romania.
Writing has become a significant creative outlet and a means of personal growth over the past year.
The author appreciates natural landscapes and beauty in its raw form, such as sunrises, sunsets, and wildflowers, over manicured gardens or lawns.
They acknowledge the importance of physical activity, like swimming, in sustaining energy levels and overall health.

My World, My being

I am by definition a simple man. I live in a simple house, in a basic neighborhood, in an area that could be almost anywhere in the United States. I have a simple lifestyle. Even in a non-pandemic world I live simply for the most part. I don’t go out often. The funny thing is that others looking in would probably disagree.

I own two homes. One in Europe and one in the United States. The one in Europe I used my life savings and inheritance from two family members passing to build. If I hadn’t done that the money would still be in those accounts. The difference would be just that I do what I do in one place, not two.

I do adventures mostly when others suggest them. I enjoy traveling but I don’t like to travel alone. I enjoy when I host especially in Romania. I enjoy making others feel good. I enjoy conversations that are meaningful. I enjoy small groups and one-on-one chats.

I am not much of a creator. I do love finding my voice this past year. Writing has given me a way to heal and grow. It has also given me a creative outlet to explore. I am not grounded in the earth however. I have never been one to enjoy gardening or even mowing the grass for that matter. My joy in finishing the yard work is that it is done, not so much that it looks better. In fact, I see beauty in the wildflowers (weeds others would say) in my yard in Romania.

I love natural beauty. I can watch a sunrise or sunset every day and not get bored. I can sit and watch the wave’s crash or water lap on the shore. I can listen to the birds sing and watch the leaves and branches move. Mountains, rivers, lakes, or even a desert. I see so much wonder in all of that. Maybe that is why I do not wish to work with the dirt or grow a garden. I prefer nature’s beauty. I do see beauty in gardens, artwork, architecture, but do not wish to create it.

I am looking forward to getting back to my healthy routine of swimming daily. It helps my body, my mind, my heart, and my soul. I will start slowly. It is a continuum. Months from now I will not remember I took so many days off. I do know that my physical energy suffers a lot when I do not workout. I have to use energy to generate more. I have been sleeping far more than usual. I know that low energy helps me endure what I need to.