Joining: Living to Tell the Story - Friday's Fave Five
1. I started turning our son’s old room into a writing room. Years ago I wrote three books there, so it feels special to sit at a little desk by the attic window again. Somehow being up there feels a little closer to heaven. I’m sharing a photo taken from the window of my writing room while trying out the night camera on my iPhone. 😊
2. On Tuesday I went for a walk, even though I almost stayed home. I’m so glad I went, because the yellow broom was glowing along the path and I spotted the first rowan blossom of the season. I even used one of the photos for a little meditation on my Instagram.
Do you love rowan blossom too? 🌿 I always think it looks so delicate and almost a little wild at the same time.
3. The next day brought steady rain... the kind our dry gardens and fields desperately need. While the rain tapped against the windows, I cleaned kitchen cupboards and listened to a podcast. One little blessing this week was that, for once, I actually enjoyed cleaning. There was something peaceful about quietly working with my hands while the rain fell outside.
4. I put an old rattan cabinet online for free, and my phone practically exploded with responses. In the end a mother and daughter came to pick it up, and their excitement made the whole thing unexpectedly cheerful and cozy.
Before the girl came to pick up the rattan cabinet, I had already written down a whole list of handy tips... how to clean it, repair it, and keep the rattan looking nice. Apparently I take giving away furniture very seriously. If you look closely at the photo, you can even spot the little note lying inside the cabinet.
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5. And one of the biggest blessings this week was finally managing, after trying twice, to write down what I want to say in church tomorrow. In this church it’s customary to give a short introduction speech when you join the congregation, and after two years I’m finally connecting myself to a church family again. It feels a little scary, but also very good.
P.S. There were also all the tiny in-between moments that don’t really fit into a list... starting a new book, swapping coffee photos with a friend over WhatsApp, laughing because her cappuccino always has the most perfect foam layer while mine looks slightly less impressive every single time. ☕😂
How was your week?
What little blessings made you smile? 🌿
I would have no idea to make that foamy top on the cappucino. I don't even know how to make it, nor do I ever drink it since I don't drink coffee, but it sure looks good and makes me which I did like it!! LOL. I love the mug too. And I love the picture from your writing room. I would call it "Moody Blue". It would be an inspirational place to write for sure. And I will pray for you as you speak at your church when you become a new member. I know you will do very well, and your new congregation will be so blessed to have you there. Oh, the rattan cabinet is so pretty. No wonder they were so happy to get it! That makes you feel good, doesn't it, knowing they were so excited about it. You know it will have a happy home! I feel that way about furnishings that I sell or give away...I want them to be loved and cared for like I cared for them. But everyone is different. To some, furniture is just that. Furniture. Nothing personal. I'm afraid that nearly every piece of furniture I have has a story that goes with it, so I do tend to get a little attached, and I hope others will enjoy it as well. I hope you have a lovely day tomorrow. Saying that little prayer for you now, because I don't know when it is Sunday there.
ReplyDeleteI'll venture that your self-introduction will go fine at your new church on Sunday, Aritha. Let us know! I loved your photos, too, especially the Rowan blossom. I don't think I've ever seen one before, and it is beautiful. Have a blessed week!
ReplyDeleteI hope your self intro thing went well at church this morning.
ReplyDeleteLove your photos especially the cappuccino and the evening pic. I never heard of Rowan blossoms but it sure is pretty. Here in Albany NY today it is feeling like Summer! I'm typing this on our deck which gets the shade in the afternoon after about 1 pm. It is about 5 pm here and a nice breeze is blowing but it feels like Summer not Spring!
I had never heard of rowans until I heard an old folk song by the King's Singers called Mari's Wedding, which has a line about "cheeks as bright as rowans are."
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on joining your church! It is scary in one sense, but such a comfort in another to have a church family.
How nice to have such a cozy writing space and view.
I can't say I always enjoy the act of cleaning, but there is something nice to setting things right. I often listen to an audiobook while dusting.
That's neat that so many people wanted the rattan shelf. And nice of you to share instructions for how to keep it looking well.
I am writing this on Monday, the day after you gave your little speech. I'm sure it went well.
ReplyDeleteBoth coffees look delicious to me. I do love my coffee.
I'm glad for you that you have your little attic writing room.
I hope you are having a wonderful week!
Well I'm catching up on Wednesday so I hope everything went well on Sunday. I don't mind cleaning but yes it is nicer while listening to some music or a podcast. I hope the new owners of the rattan furniture appreciated your note!
ReplyDeleteNice view from your writing room window. I had no idea you were an author with 3 books! Congratulations. Glad you got out for a walk. That bee looks like he, too, is enjoying the rowan blossom.
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