Today I am joining The Simple Woman’s Daybook community. Created by Peggy in 2008, it’s a once-a-month post that blends a slow and simple, yet thoughtful set of prompts. Peggy can be found here.
Since this is my first time participating, I’ve actually completed this over a couple of days. Hope that doesn’t break the rules.
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For Today
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Looking out my window …
A few flakes of snow float down from the expansive grey sky to the white-carpeted lawn below, where a magpie repeatedly pokes his shiny beak into the frozen ground. What he could possibly find under that blanket of snow is beyond me.
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I am thinking …
that it’s a lovely day to stay cozy inside, reading a good book. Like this one …
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I am thankful …
that I get to work from home. I love home.
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One of my favourite things …
My library!
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I am creating …
another baby quilt. This one doesn’t have a specific recipient, I only wanted to make one that was pretty and girly. I’ve got a way to go with this one, and with Christmas coming I won’t have time to finish it before the new year.
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Still pleased with the one I finished in October. I had so much fun with these sweet teddy bears, and I have yet to meet the little one who received it.
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I am wearing …
black leggings and tank top, overtopped with a cozy grey sweater-dress. Silver dangly earrings, and a necklace with the word Believe.
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I am listening to …
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I am hoping …
to take some time to play the piano today.
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I am learning …
too many things at once – from completely changing the way I cook, to publishing a book, to heading up an event planning team, to designing a house. Just to name a few. However, I am also learning that I can handle it.
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In my kitchen …
Homemade butternut squash soup is warming, and smelling delicious. It’s a new recipe I’ve used over and over these past two months. One of the most comforting of comfort foods. Check it out here.
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Shared Quote …
The hardest thing is to live richly in the present without letting it be tainted out of fear for the future or regret for the past.
Sylvia Plath
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A moment from my day …
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Closing Notes …
The best thing I saw all week was this photo I will treasure for always. My mom and my granddaughter, fully occupied in making cookies. Generations …
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Post Script …
Dear reader, welcome to December. I wish you joy this season – looking for God at work, even in the tough times. Thank you for the visit.
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Your post makes me smile. Thanks for that. (p.s. I love my home too!)
So very inspiring. Thank you for sharing❤️
Yes, you can handle it! Especially when still doing those joy-filled activities!