FOR TODAY
March 10th, 2009
Outside my window: A glorious sunny day, reflection of the way I feel. So sunny and beautiful we did not have to wear a fcoat or even a sweater this morning!
I am thinking: Today I am doing a ton of clearing out excess of Stuff we have at the house. Less leaning on material thing and more relying on the love we have for each other and the capacity we have to live,love and laugh without any help from "stuff".
From the learning rooms: I have learned so much from all this wonderful women whose blogs i have ran into lately, about how to live frugal, modest, giving, loving lives. Their knowledge has empowered me so much. I appreciate the tips and ideas they give through their example and their words.
I am thankful for: My family. My husband is such a pillar of patience and love I just can't help but admire and learn from him.
From the kitchen: I have not had breakfast. I have leftover congee from yesterday. I am making pancakes for Boris's breakfast and have not planned today's menu for the day. Waiting for ideas...
I am wearing: striped sweater (for the sailor thing) and too tight skinny white jeans. Who in their sane mind wears these things. I am missing my pijamas.... No shoes. We have a no shoes policy in the house...
I am creating: A better home for my loved ones. It feels a bit like living in a store sometimes. Too many toys, too many books, too many things. This is why people move to a bigger house.
I am reading: Love in the Times of Cholera. More like rereading...
I am hoping: To make a good dent in the "STUFF" today.
I am hearing: Total silence. I am blessed with a very silent neighborhood. I can hear my breathing, my thougts, the fridge humming. I think I will play some music. I have been hooked on Morrissey this week.
Around the house: The cats are really hitting the "Fancy Feast" really hard this week so I hear them pawing around trying to get my attention, being cute so they can get their fix.
One of my favorite things: Getting a project done. It gives me such a sense of accomplishment.
A few plans for the week: Clearing up clutter. Starting the raised beds projects for the planting in April. Getting a compost going.
A picture thought I am sharing: A photo of the cloth diapers I just purchased for Bella. We are going the cloth way, both for the environment and to give her a headstart with her potty learning or training which she is doing beautiful (Kudos Bella!!! Mommy and Daddy are so proud of you!!!) I am a little weary about the change but I know we will make it fine!
