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Posted on July 7, 2022 by beth

ailyak – the end of a day with family on glen lake

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ailyak:

the subtle art of doing everything calmly and without rushing, whilst enjoying the experience and life in general.

-origin: bulgarian

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glen lake, empire, michigan, usa 2022

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Filed under empire, family, glen arbor, glen lake, Life, michigan and tagged ailyak, family, glen lake, michigan, summer, vacation | 65 Comments

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Brad Osborne on July 7, 2022 at 5:13 am said:

Good to see you relaxing and enjoying the family. Enjoy your summer!

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 6:32 am said:
  
  thanks, brad –
  
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valenciartist on July 7, 2022 at 5:21 am said:

It seems like it’s the best way to do things, a wise saying indeed!

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 6:32 am said:
  
  I so agree
  
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ivor20 on July 7, 2022 at 5:46 am said:

I could do with some “ailyak” tonight … my universe is spinning in reverse, and I’ve torn my trusty thesaurus ..

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 6:32 am said:
  
  oh, no –
  
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Sadje on July 7, 2022 at 6:01 am said:

What a nice feeling.

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 6:32 am said:
  
  yes –
  
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  - Sadje on July 7, 2022 at 7:19 am said:
    
    👍🏼👌🏼
    
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Norah on July 7, 2022 at 6:52 am said:

Beautiful!
What a gorgeous word.
What a wonderful world!

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:44 pm said:
  
  Thanks-
  
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Val Boyko on July 7, 2022 at 7:02 am said:

Ailyak days are the best 💖

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:44 pm said:
  
  That they are
  
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josborne17602 on July 7, 2022 at 7:08 am said:

If only every day could be an ailyak day! Oh well, one can dream and hope…

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:44 pm said:
  
  And why not ?
  
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Bitchy After 60 on July 7, 2022 at 7:23 am said:

What a wonderful word!

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:43 pm said:
  
  I love it-
  
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markbialczak on July 7, 2022 at 7:28 am said:

That’s a good day, Beth.

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:43 pm said:
  
  A great relaxing ending
  
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stevieslaw on July 7, 2022 at 8:54 am said:

Feels like a poetry prompt

Sent from my iPhone

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:42 pm said:
  
  Ooh , it does-
  
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utesmile on July 7, 2022 at 9:12 am said:

Beautiful!

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:42 pm said:
  
  Thank you
  
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Jim Stewart on July 7, 2022 at 9:47 am said:

Great word. Ailyak…I’ll remember that. Maybe I can forge it to my golf game. 🙂

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:41 pm said:
  
  Great
  
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ladysighs on July 7, 2022 at 9:49 am said:

Why do we feel that we always need to be active and busy?
How many times have I heard or said, “You’re wasting time.”

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:41 pm said:
  
  I think we get used to it
  
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Dale on July 7, 2022 at 9:50 am said:

A word after my own heart. Must remember it!

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:41 pm said:
  
  It’s a good one –
  
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quiall on July 7, 2022 at 10:12 am said:

What a beautiful picture! It makes me want to sigh…

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:40 pm said:
  
  Yes-
  
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walkingoffthechessboard on July 7, 2022 at 10:32 am said:

Beth, I will aspire to continue practicing the art of ailyak every day. I think it is an art form we can all appreciate.

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:40 pm said:
  
  I’m glad to hear it and so agree
  
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claywatkins on July 7, 2022 at 11:43 am said:

The beauty of summertime is when like slows down and what you have to do, can wait. Rest, reset, and restore. Peace.

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:40 pm said:
  
  Yes, yes
  
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SusanR on July 7, 2022 at 11:54 am said:

I could certainly use more ailyak in my life.

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:39 pm said:
  
  I think it’s a universal need
  
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robbiesinspiration on July 7, 2022 at 1:51 pm said:

I’m glad to know you are having a good holiday.

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:33 pm said:
  
  Thank e
  
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beetleypete on July 7, 2022 at 1:54 pm said:

Time on the lake must be rejuvenating. I confess to some jealousy.
(Unless there were mosquitoes…)
Best wishes, Pete.

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:32 pm said:
  
  Really not many, so pretty peaceful
  
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Martha Kennedy on July 7, 2022 at 2:16 pm said:

I like that word. That’s pretty much my goal all the time. Harder than it would seem to reach.

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:31 pm said:
  
  You are so right
  
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Erika on July 7, 2022 at 3:22 pm said:

Such a relaxing atmosphere that says, all is well, and life is good.

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:31 pm said:
  
  Right –
  
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Peter Wells aka Countingducks on July 7, 2022 at 4:44 pm said:

Perfect end to the day !

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:31 pm said:
  
  Yes, ahhhhh…..
  
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hitandrun1964 on July 7, 2022 at 6:39 pm said:

Beautiful.

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:30 pm said:
  
  ❤️
  
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Becky Ross Michael on July 7, 2022 at 7:52 pm said:

Looks like a lovely spot!

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:30 pm said:
  
  Yes, very peaceful
  
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Chatter Master on July 7, 2022 at 9:38 pm said:

What a lovely photo. And a great way to live.

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- beth on July 7, 2022 at 10:29 pm said:
  
  It’s these moments that renew us
  
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- beth on July 8, 2022 at 7:29 am said:
  
  it is, and I wish we had more time like this
  
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  - Chatter Master on July 10, 2022 at 8:47 am said:
    
    I understand this.
    
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petespringerauthor on July 7, 2022 at 9:50 pm said:

Perfect! Nature, family, the water—what could be better?

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- beth on July 8, 2022 at 7:29 am said:
  
  it’s a winning combo –
  
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Jeff Flesch on July 8, 2022 at 12:19 am said:

Gorgeous pic, Beth. Quote is spot on too.

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- beth on July 8, 2022 at 7:29 am said:
  
  thanks, Jeff
  
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Geoff Stamper on July 8, 2022 at 1:40 am said:

Doing everything calmly without rushing. That does sound good. I wonder why I never learned that!

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- beth on July 8, 2022 at 7:28 am said:
  
  quickly rush and find out why!
  
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srbottch on July 9, 2022 at 9:36 am said:

Nice shot. Water is so therapeutic and you sound very relaxed. Is this spot on or near Lake George, NY?

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- beth on July 9, 2022 at 2:12 pm said:
  
  this is in Northern Michigan, in glen arbor/empire, near the sleeping bear dunes, lake Michigan, and glen lake
  
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ParentingIsFunny on July 9, 2022 at 3:38 pm said:

Wow. That’s a skill worth developing!

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- beth on July 9, 2022 at 6:53 pm said:
  
  It’s a process
  
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