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Every night I go to bed, I have thoughts swirling in my head. Things to do. Scrapbook pages I want to create. Gifts I want to make. Skills I want to learn. And, of course, daily happenings that I don't want to forget, but invariably will by tomorrow morning, only to pop up in a random thought weeks down the road. So, here I am. I may use this blog daily to empty my head and heart before cuddling up in my duvet, or as it may be, I may write in it once a month. Who knows. It is for me, but perhaps something I write or learn may spark a fire in someone else. Perhaps it may quiet a mind or make you feel like you are not alone out there. It is for me. But perhaps it is for you.

Monday, February 8, 2016

Life Today: February 9, 2016

A way to reflect that I want to return to...

Outside my window: darkness after a beautiful, sunny day

I am thinking...it is nice to not be watching any shows or be in the midst of any books that I just can't put down.  This, combined with a pro-d at work tomorrow, means that I have no work to do, nothing for my brain needs to mentally check off a list.  So, here I am finally, sitting down to return to a beautiful ritual of writing about and appreciating the simplicity and complexity that an average day in my life brings.

From the kitchen...tonight we had a rare evening when everyone was home, so Marc and I worked together to make rice, steamed and fresh veggies and barbecued pork.  It is so nice to share what I see as the burden of cooking for our family with someone who enjoys it.

I am wearing...my yoga pants, a few layers of shirts and a wool sweater and of course, my slippers.

I am creating...pockets of peace and reflection time amidst the loud, enthusiastic boisterous play that is our house; two amazing sons.

I am going ... to choose to spend my time on things and people I love.

I am reading...only audio books right now, as this new commute to and from UBC is long and stories make the journey more enjoyable.  Currently trying to take a break from all the non-fiction I seem to always read and am trying a new author recommended to me, Liane Moriarty.  So far, it is okay.  More of a beach read that I could take or leave.  I also have been spending many hours this year listening to the Diana Gabaldon series Outlander.

I am hoping...to work less and have more room for just being and loving and connecting.

I am hearing...the hum of the dishwasher and the silence of two boys in bed.

Around the house... a smattering of toys I didn't remind the boys to put away; my journals and pencils.  A board given to me by Colleen reminding me to 'Be in love with every minute of your life.'  I love this reminder and think of it often. I dream of placing one desire or photo in each clothes pin...

One of my favourite...moments is when my boys pause for some cuddle time.  It never gets old.

This weekend...was a lot of play time with the boys.  A long weekend as it is family day today.  We spend much time at playgrounds and just hanging together in the beautiful weather.

A few plans for the rest of the week...

take things slow
enjoy everything


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