I took the tree down yesterday, so it’s goodbye to Christmas… I’ve started getting some work done (things due next week!) but finding it hard to really get going on the year. Still, I feel like I’m on track to getting it all done on time 🙂
What have I done so far this year?
Had hot chocolate and cake.
Worked on spending as much time in the art room as I can, with music on and incense burning.
It’s hard to photograph smoke clearly.
And we have a new (to us) lounge chair!
Comfy!
It needs a teensy bit more cleaning, and it came with a removable cover. Not sure if the colour will suit the little lion cushion, so he may not get to sleep there in the long term.
To round off my evening, YouTube has randomly selected a new song/group for me to experience.
I’m not sure what I was expecting. I’m fairly sure it wasn’t… that.
I like it.
And so we gallop on into the year. It’s going to be interesting.
Another year, tomorrow. We’re not planning on doing much…a walk in the morning, pancakes for breakfast. I have things to settle before the year gets too far, but nothing strenuous or scary. Feels like something’s coming next year. I can feel it, but I’m not sure what that means… Still – we face the future, and smile.
And then we walk on in, and fulfil the reason we’re here.
A good man. I don’t mean that flippantly – he was a man with integrity, who lived his life according to his Christian beliefs, with love for others, commitment to serve where he could, and doing so without seeking fanfare or accolade. The world has lost a giant. And has been left with a question – How can we do the same with our lives?
Had a huge day of cleaning today, so I’m resting now and contemplating Christmas… There’s a little bit more to do, but that won’t be a problem. I’m trying not to get lost in the rush… Here’s a song that helped. 🙂
Just heard that Michael Leunig died yesterday. I thought I’d have a look through some of his books that I have.
I didn’t realise I had so many! While I might have disagreed with some of his more recent thoughts, I have always loved the gentle whimsy of ducks and teapots, as well as some of his social comments. The above books are ones I have collected over at least three decades. I shall make a cup of tea tomorrow, and refresh my memories…
This is one from the back garden – it really took me by surprise. The big rosebush in the back garden had to be cut right back, and we’re still not sure if it will be ok. This one is from the smaller bush behind the big one.
Yes, that is a grasshopper peeking out. Not sure if I need to do something about that…
More frangipanis!
The rain has obviously been good for my flowers. It’s also been wonderful for the weeds. I look out at them and think I should pull them out. …and then I go and do something else 😆
At least the roses at the front are thriving. And taller than the weeds.
❤
I’ve been doing some more lino block cutting today, so my fingers/hands are aching. At least I feel like I’m pretty much up to date 🙂 We went to the shops yesterday, got some stuff we needed, then tried to get home ahead of the storm that was racing in. We didn’t get soaked, but got home to find the water had leaked into the back sunroom (again) – and the power was off. I was looking forward to the air conditioner and a cup of coffee 😦
Thankfully it wasn’t too hot. We got the candles sorted, then sat down to wait. Had a lovely time with Biggest Boy, who decided to ask us trivia questions until the power came back. We thought it wouldn’t be too long, and it came on again for a bit, but then was off again. We ended up asking/answering trivia questions for a few hours or so. It was so much fun! ❤
We’re well on our way to Christmas Day. There are presents under the tree. Food in the fridge. I’ve even been listening to ChristmasCDs. I’ve also been reading the Gospel of Luke. There are 24 chapters, so you can read one chapter each day up until Christmas Eve, and you have the whole story.
I feel happy, and things seem to be up to date, more or less. Looking at my garden, though, reminds me that there are things I still need to take time to tend to, and a new year to keep in mind and prepare for. Bring it on! 😀
Another hot day, although the sort of heat that sneaks up on you by ramping up the humidity. Got some pressies wrapped and under the tree, and it feels like I’m getting a handle on things! I tried to take a photo of the tree lights shining on and through the ornaments…my hands aren’t as steady as they used to be. There are a lot of colourful, but blurry photos.
Looks like a mess from that angle. It’s still beautiful from the front, and further away.
Parts of this year have felt like a mess. But I think they might look more beautiful from the right angle. And maybe further away!
Christmas is coming, and I’m getting ready. Still a good idea to stop and remember where my centre is. 🙂
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