Crisp And Cool…

The air conditioner’s on, the sheets are freshly changed, and I’ve done my heavy cleaning for the inspection on Monday.
You know that feeling when you’ve been dreading something, but you’ve finally done that something, and you feel all light and giddy with achievement? That’s me right now 😀
Also – chilled and comfy!

Still have the pressies to wrap, but that can be a fun thing for later.
There’s been a fair few “must do” things lately, but I still found time for a sit down in front of the Christmas tree the other day, with a mug of gingerbread milk and an Elf DVD.

Also, a cup of mocha and a muffin, before doing some Christmas shopping. It’s been a bit harder without a car, so I needed my caffeine…
Here’s my little nook in the cafe.

Here are the forest friends that shared the space with me…

I’m looking forward to a peaceful evening. 🙂 I hope you are too!
Maybe this will help…
not specifically a Christmas song, but something to reflect on.

Published in: on December 18, 2021 at 4:57 pm  Leave a Comment  
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The Best Laid Plans…

I originally chose this clip to bring some cheer… which of course it does.
Just not the way I thought it would 😆

We were entering the finish line for Christmas, before the wheels came off.
Or, the car broke down.
Last week, just before a block of events and obligations that had to be reassessed to find other methods of transport. We hoped it was a minor fix, but it seems that fixing the faults would cost more than the car is worth. So, here we are. Looking for a value priced, reliable, not too old car. Just before Christmas.

This year seems to have gone very quickly.
Good things happened; bad things did as well. I had hoped to overhaul my health issues and get them on the way to “better”, but that still needs work!
My boys are both adults now, though, and Sweet Bean has been forging ahead into becoming a grown up – changing accounts, looking for work, basically separating himself from us as much as possible (in a good way – not emotionally 🙂 )
We will have a good Christmas, whatever happens.
Life still has many beautiful surprises in store.
❤

But here is a song for the sad places in our hearts, where we feel lonely and unheard.

Be blessed.
Be merry.
And know that there is still the possibility of light.

Published in: on December 15, 2021 at 1:04 pm  Leave a Comment  
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Eggnog?

Why is that supposed to be a Christmas drink?

Two weeks to go…
Still haven’t got our tree up, but here’s the one in the mall –

Shiny! 😀

I’ve been doing bits and pieces as I can, and resting in between.
Been having pain episodes again – off to the doctor to have a check. He suggested looking at medicinal cannabis… that would be interesting, but I don’t think we could afford it.
So ends my chance at a real hippy life! 😆
Yes, I know most medicinal cannabis uses CBD without THC, but it seems that some pain control needs the THC component. I’ve never used it in any form, so it’s an unknown quantity at this point in time. I tend to be a bit wary with those.

Still, if I were to try the whole shebang, it might help to understand this little Christmassy musical interlude!

Published in: on December 10, 2021 at 7:06 pm  Leave a Comment  
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Looking To The Glory Realms

Still haven’t put the tree up.
Still have presents to buy and food to sort.

… but still able to have another look at what it’s really all about.

Published in: on December 7, 2021 at 11:38 am  Leave a Comment  
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Having A Laugh…

First day of December, so I suppose it’s acceptable to get a bit Christmassy.
We haven’t put any decorations up yet – maybe this weekend, or the next. I love decorating for Christmas! It just requires a bit more energy than I can sometimes access…
In the meantime, here’s a bit of a song to cheer us into the season.
😀

Published in: on December 1, 2021 at 9:16 pm  Leave a Comment  
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Where Beauty Began

Lately I have been reminded
of the artistry woven into the fabric of life,
the tapestry of existence on Earth.
The delight in the small things,
tiny details,
discoveries for every moment of our days.

I have been reminded
that we are created
by a Creator
to be creative –
each of us having a part to play
(and all our pieces are needed for the full picture!)
We can bring our unique gifts
to help hold back the darkness,
and uncover the Light.

All of us
artists,
born for community,
to navigate the hard times together,
and together, to rest.

Published in: on November 24, 2021 at 9:22 pm  Leave a Comment  
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Lifting The Heavy

There’s been some beautiful heavy rain today. It’s made it easier to do the housework that’s needed doing – cooler days make the heavy work bearable.
The end of the school year means doing the more in depth cleaning that doesn’t get done so regularly (although much more often than once a year!) At least I can use the conversion chart that came with my virtual races to add some more distance to my challenges… the housework I’ve done today converts to around 10km. This gives me a sense of achievement, but I can also say that I felt every one of those kilometres!

Sweet Bean is embarking on his new adult life. Today was spent changing various accounts over to their adult versions, and was also the day to start applying for jobs. It won’t be too long before I have to start doing that as well, but I have a couple of weeks yet.
Everything is new and fresh, for the moment.
That sense of accomplishment is satisfying. Unfortunately, there is always more to do…

I shall bask in satisfaction until then, and enjoy my soundtrack for today!
😀

Published in: on November 23, 2021 at 12:32 am  Leave a Comment  
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Looking Up

Published in: on October 31, 2021 at 11:04 am  Leave a Comment  
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All The Pretty Things…

I love jewellery.
I don’t tend to wear it a lot, but I love looking at it. Each piece is like a miniature work of art.
Here are a few pins that I bought recently – I have been looking at them for a while, and I had some money spare, so I thought I’d treat myself.
A couple of arty inspirations –

…and a couple of “get through the day/it’ll all be ok” pins –

And just as a bonus – my new kittycorn nightlight!
Enjoy this video (sorry it’s a bit wobbly), or you can always get your own 🙂

Published in: on October 18, 2021 at 10:17 am  Leave a Comment  
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Speaking With The Choir

Last week was National Week of Deaf People, and Couch Choir put together another song collaboration in honour of the week.
I didn’t get a chance to send in a part, but I can still enjoy the end result…and so can you! 😀

Published in: on September 29, 2021 at 5:07 pm  Leave a Comment  
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