It seems a little ironic that having having chosen "Be like water" for this year, we should be hit by storm Christoph bringing heavy rain, snow, high wind, flooding ... Perhaps I should have chosen "Be like the sun"!
In the meantime, there is still some very wet walking to be done, (no excuses allowed), bits of sewing and mending await, there's soup to make and seeds to be sown - if I can get them out of the flooded lean-to we call a greenhouse. And wondering if a heated propagator with lights might be a good idea - any recommendations? Hoping for better things for you, where you are!
Both your lovely still life photograph, and your thoughtful words reflect your artistry. I always think that your winters are milder than ours, but not this year. We woke up to a couple of inches of snow this morning, but it's been a very mild January thus far. A bitter cold front is headed our way, but I'll try not to complain too much! I think a sense of direction is all you need---it gives you much more flexibility when the world seems so uncertain.
Posted by: Karen Walker | Wednesday, 20 January 2021 at 11:45 AM
I also like your still life photo. As always you have a way with thoughts & feelings to words. Be like water is wonderful advice.
Posted by: Mary-Lou | Wednesday, 20 January 2021 at 12:18 PM
That flat lay is perfectly styled! Hoping that you ride out the storm safely.
Posted by: Ruth | Wednesday, 20 January 2021 at 02:13 PM
I really hope that you stay safe during the storm. My heart goes out to those people having to evacuate their homes, as if things aren't hard enough as it is.
You are so right, we need to have a destination in mind but be open to the ideas that there are more than one way to get there.
Keep safe x
Posted by: Deb | Thursday, 21 January 2021 at 09:21 AM
We had a bunch of wind and rain come through here last week and I know a lot of people lost their power. It is worrisome when the ground is so wet and the trees begin to sway and fall. Today is the day I am actually going to put words on paper for my OLW project. And, I am contemplating a heat lamp for some seed propagating too.
Posted by: Juliann | Thursday, 21 January 2021 at 01:41 PM
We haven't had a lot of rain or snow (yet), but MAN, it has been COLD and windy.
Hope the floods don't do so much damage in your area.
Posted by: Dee | Thursday, 21 January 2021 at 11:00 PM
I was reminded this week that it isn't the destination but the journey. That seems to kind of go along with what you are saying about there being multiple ways of getting where we are going. If Covid has taught us anything, it has been to be flexible and creative. Praying you stay warm and dry in the impending storm.
Posted by: Leslie Susan Clingan | Friday, 22 January 2021 at 02:48 AM
There's been some stunning videos and photos around here showing the floods. Thankfully, as I type this, the weather is much calmer. Like you, it hasn't stopped our daily walks. Another lovely page, beautifully designed. P xx
Posted by: Paul | Friday, 22 January 2021 at 09:13 AM
That's a beautiful photo. Or is it a scrapbook layout? Either way, it's great!
Posted by: Barbara | Friday, 22 January 2021 at 04:01 PM
Be like water - that seems so appropriate for you. I am in awe of your walking habits (and a bit ashamed at the lack of mine.) But then water is constantly flowing isn't it.
Posted by: Susanne | Monday, 25 January 2021 at 03:22 PM
Your words are beautifully written and describe a lovely way of being "like water".
Walking, sewing and mending, soup-making and sowing seeds all sound like a perfect way to spend time and live.
About a heated propagator, I've tried one many years ago but discovered the seedlings tended to turn leggy before they can be potted up. I'll be interested to read more if you get one as we are always wanting to sow earlier than the climate allows.
Posted by: sheila 77 | Tuesday, 26 January 2021 at 08:41 PM