Being aware is a simple task. You might think you are an upfront, observant person, but it takes true aloneness to be fully aware of your surroundings. At that time, every tick of the clock, every howl of the wind, a small dog’s bark, you hear these. When no one else is with you your senses heighten. Little things are not drowned out by conversation, or blurred by bodies moving around you. Slight nuances such as a cupboard door not closed, crumbs on the kitchen floor, dusty shelves, all seem to call for your attention. You might wish for a distraction from these mundane occurrences, but when you’re alone, you cannot help being very aware.
The Bag Lady 