first things first...
my creative juices have been waning for awhile
writing has taken a back seat for now
my energy is otherwise engaged in reading and knitting
There have been some moody moments, thinking about and remembering mom.
Yesterday I bought a latte and sat on the beach
where my sister and I spread mom's ashes.
It was a beautiful afternoon,
the seas gently rippled
and
glistening in the bright sunshine.
Waters ebb and flow...
moods alter
a white lab comes by for a pat
its owner follows ~ apolgizes for the intrusion
not bothered at all by the dog
I continue to sit and savour the latte
thinking how close I feel to mom
calmed by the lapping of the waves
restored
peace follows
a positive energy has returned.
A pretty pink
pop of colour
lewisia blooms.
I have been indulging in a wee bit of retail therapy...
nothing outrageous
but a few things that caught my eye.
Emma Bridgewater Black Toast pattern is a favourite of mine...
I found these wee picnic pieces at The Bungalow on Estevan Avenue.
Too cute to pass up on and fit perfectly in my small insulated picnic tote.
Lands' End packable down jacket
it will keep the chill away on my winter walks.
New black napkins
white mini pumpkins
for the table
We are hosting a dinner party
I'll post on the menu and the table settings in a future post.
Our neighbours' cat napping in our garden in a patch of sunshine.
There are two cats, each look identical, so I can never tell them apart.
I didn't mean to disturb its slumber
the ragdoll cats that live across the street are so friendly.
Time for a stretch on the gravel drive...
Time for me to get back to my dinner party prep...
Thank you for taking the time to stop by and read The Humble Bungalow Blog.
~ Be Well and Be Kind ~
22 comments:
Oh no! That kitty is waiting right beside and underneath the birdbath! Poor, dear birds!
How timely is your black and white post. Two friends and I just set a quilting challenge for ourselves - we each are to make a black and white quilt (or could be a quilted tote or table runner). We sent this challenge today as we were at a sale at a quilt shop and each of us bought a few black and white fabrics. I understand the ebb and flow of emotions you have in thinking about your mom. I think it is a good thing to take it as it comes and ride those feelings as you must. I will be interested to hear about your dinner party menu. Such thoughtful posts you write.
I have enjoyed your black and white themeing very much in this post. A little retail therapy is cheering, and your picnic pieces very stylish and practical. Your dinner party white pumpkins are interesting, and I look forward to seeing some of your party pictures. How I would like a jacket like that - they are a bit hard to find here, but very useful for wet, cold days like today!
I also enjoy your writing so much. It's full of wisdom, and is calm and relaxing to read. Your accompanying photos are always beautiful too. My loving Mother and Dad have been gone for 10 years now, but I still get those "moody moments" (good description !) They do pass eventually , but I have never stopped missing them, and I don't suppose I will ever stop... Anyway - I should write and tell you more often, but I do enjoy and appreciate your blog very very much.
Love your new dishes!
I know how much you miss your Mother, I miss mine also but so much of what they were still remains with us and always will.
Take care.
I don't know that the cat was waiting for the birds...
it appeared to have found a warm cozy spot to nap.
Oh those quilts will be beautiful... keepsakes for the future.
The ebb and flow of emotions and moods remind me to pay attention to the feelings and work through them as they pop up. The dinner party was fun...we were up quite late so I am taking it easy this morning!
I took a few pictures last evening but as soon as I started serving I forgot to take more photos...will share soon!
I wonder if Lands' End will deliver to your area? They have some great pieces of outerwear for a wide variety of weather conditions...and they rate them by temperature ranges.
Patricia your kind and thoughtful comment has invigorated me...
my parents will always stay close to my heart, there are so many reminders of them in my daily round...bits and bobs, photos, mom's pearls and of course the memories.
XO
Well said Adrienne...and so true!
XO
Your post was dated the day after my mother's birthday, but she's been gone for 16 years, Dad for a little over 15. I still think of them almost daily, though our last few years with my mom were not as sweet as I would have liked. I tell myself that her personality changed because of the arteriosclerosis she was diagnosed with earlier in the year she passed away. However, the present day was filled with happiness because my daughter is moving to a new apartment and she gave me carte blanche to decorate the new place while she was at work-a skill my mother gave to me. My daughter screamed with delight when she saw what I had done and when we traveled back to the old place for dinner and sleep, we were gifted with a triple rainbow across the brilliantly colored Vermont hills. I think Mom & Dad were smiling for her. Carol in VT
Lovely decorative finds. Your new down jacket looks perfect for walking during colder weather. There is no better place than the beach on a Fall day, drinking lattes and watching the movement of the tides. Feeling your Mother's gentle presence is a wonderful image and warm feeling. Peace, grace, and love in combination. Susan
I do commiserate with how you miss your mom. It took me a many years to, I don’t know, “get over” the worst of that. Be kind and gentle with yourself but keep looking forward. I have that same coat,! I bought it because we were visiting our daughter in northern Wisconsin in the winter, and I love it! So light and warm! We went to Nebraska last March to see the sandhill crane migration and that coat (layered over other things) saved my life!
I wish that I missed my mother, as you, and most people do. My mother was a very difficult and complicated woman and in many ways her death has been liberating for me. Sending you love during this difficult time. xo
I wonder if anyone ever gets over missing their mother. I'm glad mine is still healthy and strong and I enjoy talking with her and my father so much. I dread the day when they are no longer with us.
Hasn't the weather been glorious? These days of golden sunshine are perfect for beach walks or sunning in the garden like the cats.
Your retail therapy resulted in some useful and fun things - the Emma Bridgewater pieces are lovely.
Have a good week, L.
What fun to decorate your daughters new place, have dinner together and then spy A triple rainbow...good to hear that you are savouring and taking away joy from the simple things and natures gifts.
"Peace, grace and love.." beautiful words and sentiments Susan.
Its good to hear the coat get a real life endorsement...being warm and cozy when outdoors is important! That bird migration must have been an interesting experience...do you consider yourself a serious bird watcher? WE know a few here in town and they are passionate about the birds.
Mothers and daughters have a complex and emotional relationship...mom and i butted heads on more than one occasion when I was a teenager but later in life as I matured we loved spending time together and had a lot in common, our love of tea, clothing, flowers, gardens, books and home decor and walking along the seafront.
It has been many years since my grandmother passed away and I think of her often too...we don't forget the important people in our lives after their pass away. Memories keep them close to our hearts.
The weather has been and continues to be amazing! It is very invigorating and uplifting!
Your blog continues to be so lovely. Yes, you should miss and remember your Mother and loved ones because they made you who you are - this is to say, miss them in a loving and positive way; you too will pass and I am sure you would be happy if your family thought of you in a loving positive way. Keep writing what you do ; you bring happiness to so many!
Thank you for your blog posts. I always find them so soothing.
Sally
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