Savouring January - Day 30 - Soft

Snuggly slippers

Velvety blanket

Soft afternoon light

Constant companions

Heartwarming fire

Blessed be.

#SavouringJanuary2018

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Auntie Joy Delights and Surprises . . . Again

I’m happy to report that Auntie Joy continues to surprise and delight!

Riffling down to the bottom of this drawer where I keep my external cd drive, it 

brought a big grin to rediscover the cd set on the left. Without realizing it, I found 

myself letting out an audible “huh!” and curiously crinkling my brow as I picked 

the plastic case up and turned it over, getting reacquainted.

And that would’ve been quite the lovely, gracious plenty all by itself. 

💕

But just as I was fixing to close the drawer she winked at me once more, this time 

from the back of the drawer where the movie on the right was tucked long ago.

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Hmmmm, her girl says with a playful twinkle, 

I’m beginning to wonder if 

“Hide and Seek” 

isn’t one of Auntie Joy’s favorite games!

Blessed be.

💕💕

#DelightinInTheDance

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Savouring January - Day 28 - Rest

Sabbathing

🕯   .   ❤️

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Savouring January - Day 26 - Warmth

Abiding in the assurance 

that there are guardian angels of the napping, 

both seen and unseen, 

gently keeping watch as I close my eyes, 

warms my heart 

and blesses my soul. 

❤️

#SavouringJanuary2018

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Savouring January - Day 18 - Drink

Slaking this morning’s thirst 

while keeping the icy chill at bay 

with a hand-warming mug of creamy chai tea.

Rediscovering an old favorite cup 

tucked in the back of our kitchen cabinet 

has me smiling big 

as I bask in the wonderful, Joy-filled surprise. 

Blue!! 

Purple!! 

And sweet flowers!! 

(All my favorites)

Throughout my day, 

I almost always have 

a cup of cool water to drink nearby. 

A couple of other 

reliable thirst quenchers for me 

are a lit candle 

and writing in my journal, 

all while under the gracious sheltering presence 

of Mama Grace’s gentle gaze.

Delighting in the dance.

#SavouringJanuary2018

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Venturing Out

Venturing out

before it gets dark.

It was c-o-l-d and icy.

I stayed close to the house

and it was still cold.

My moon boots are over 30 years old!

I never go very far

so they are still just fine. 

Our treat to warm us up.

(And, yes, I love marshmallows!)

#hotcocoaforthewin

Cute hubby is back at it

(working from home).

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Savouring January - Day 17 - Feel

Today I feel the quiet Joy of contentment. 

It’s a snow day so my cute hubby 

has been working from our kitchen table 

and I’ve been baking Grandma’s Honey-Oatmeal bread 

and working on our Epiphany letter.

Blessed be.

#SavouringJanuary2018

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Savoring January - Day 15 - Beauty

January sky

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Savouring January - Day 12 - Be

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Savouring January - Day 8 - Nourish

Today’s breakfast menu included 

warm, buttery raisin toast, 

a chunk of mozzarella cheese for protein, 

and a glass of milk. 

Savored in the quiet, calming company of angels 

and Auntie Joy, 

my simple meal provided true nourishment 

for both body and soul.

Delighting in the dance.

#SavouringJanuary2018

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Savouring January - Day 7 - Read

Intentionally selecting a book or two 

who’s theme is my chosen word for the year 

has become an enriching part 

of my treasured practice. 

Not only do the books teach me about my word, 

they are also a lovely way to help companion 

and honor our time together.

Grinning big as this year’s word 

continues to surprise and delight. 

One of these books was a Christmas gift 

and I recently rediscovered the other 3 

winking at me from my bookshelves. 

(The tag line for the bottom book is 

“A Buddhist Inspired Guide to Navigating Joy and Sorrow.”)

Seems Auntie Joy has been waiting for me all along.

Blessed be and delighting in the dance.

#SavouringJanuary2018

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Savoring January - Day 6 - Now

With it being Epiphany, 

today is all about the fellas. 

So grateful for their annual reminder to follow the Light. 

🌠

Air Fryer experiments are still going well!

Delivery man was kind and helpful

so that was nice.

#SavouringJanuary2018

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Savouring January - Day 3 - Comfort

Comfort on this chilly January night includes 

sipping hot tea from a cheery, cherished cup, 

snuggling up in a downy soft comforter, 

soothing sound of steady tick tocks, 

and the tender brush of angel wings.

Blessed be.

#SavouringJanuary2018

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Sister Moon

Peeking in on a chilly January night

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Savouring January - Day 2 - View

View from the home of my chair.

🌻. 💛. ☀️

#SavouringJanuary2018

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Remembrance - Day 39 of 40

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Adventing in the snow

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Preparing for the Journey

With my 40th year Remembrance practice, 

moving my beloved wooden spiral Advent wreath

to a different table this year.  

🌠   .  🕊

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Saturday Snippets

A different door leads to a different Mary.

💙. 💙. 💙

Fine Fall Flower

Raking leaves is quite the

seemingly unending

task.

On this day, 

Hubby took 5 pick-up loads of leaves

(from the front yard alone!)

and added them to

what he calls our 

"Mount Leafmore."

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Delightful Fall Morning

Yesterday's walk to the mailbox 

included delighting in the fact 

that we still have some pretty fall color. 

❤️   .   🍁   .   💛

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