simple traditions
life gets so complicated. busy, crazy, overwhelming.
the simple things keep me sane, through pattern and repetition
become my traditions, grounding forces in my life,
little habits that soothe and comfort.
tea in the morning as i stroll through my garden.
cooking dinner with my husband, he grills while i cook vegetables.
a snuggle with a cat, soft fur and purring.
cinnamon toast before bed every night.
a good book and a quiet night on the couch.
planting old-fashioned flowers i started from seed.
letting my dog take the lead on a walk around the block.
watering my garden and watching dragonflies dance in the mist.
spending time with my family with food, love, and laughter.
sitting by a fire, outside in summer, inside in winter.
five words in a gratitude journal.
simple things.
traditions that make up a life.
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Posted by: Tweets that mention the blue muse -- Topsy.com | July 21st, 2010 09:14
I love your textured images would like to know how to make them 🙂
Posted by: Frida | July 21st, 2010 09:38
That sounds like a very balanced & beautiful life! Kudos!
Posted by: Skye | July 21st, 2010 09:56
saw your creative sunday photo, love your blog and photos
Posted by: justine | July 21st, 2010 10:15
a list that can bring you away from that overwhelmed and crazy feeling…and WOW what a stunning photo
Posted by: elk | July 21st, 2010 11:26
Beautiful photo . . . I have to stop every once in a while to really appreciate the simple things.
Like you its nose nuzzles and the contented purr of my cats.
My husbands goodbye kiss in morning and a warm hug as he walks in the door in the evening.
A moonlit night where the moon luminates the sky.
Cake . . . what can I say I have a sweet tooth.
The sun on my face, the wind in my hair . . . .
Posted by: Kathryn Dyche Dechairo | July 21st, 2010 13:27
For some reason I don’t picture your life as crazy or you being overwelmed. Everytime I visit your blog..there is such a sense of calm and so much beautiful wisdom that I experience here.
Cinnamon toast…yum.
Posted by: camilla- Bloom | July 21st, 2010 14:24
Love reading your posts. This one made me smile as I thought about all my small daily rituals that make up my life. Thanks for making me remember to recognize the small moments that add up to the wondrous.
Posted by: Carrie Schmitt | July 21st, 2010 15:03
I saw your photo over at the sunday creative…I love it! Your post was beautiful as well!
Posted by: Brooke | July 21st, 2010 15:19
LOL I love how you’re advertising a giveaway for SILVER earrings with a B&W theme for You Capture. Kinda funny how that worked out, huh?
Posted by: Amie | July 22nd, 2010 12:58
Beautiful shot!
Posted by: Jen Higgins | July 22nd, 2010 13:09
That photo is just gorgeous!!
Posted by: myreal.everyday.life | July 22nd, 2010 14:30
What a great editing job!
Posted by: Amber | July 22nd, 2010 15:02
what a GREAT shot…LOVE your editing. I must learn how to apply textures. Totally frame worthy!
Posted by: Sabrina | July 22nd, 2010 16:45
BEAUTIFUL post!
-Brooke
Posted by: Brooke | July 22nd, 2010 18:31
SOOOOO beautiful!!!!!
Posted by: courtney | July 22nd, 2010 22:23
BEAUTIFUL! I love your edits!
Posted by: Hollie | July 23rd, 2010 13:07
This is so beautiful! Great job!
Posted by: Tara | July 23rd, 2010 14:15
very lovely the picture and the writing!!!
Posted by: Jaime | July 24th, 2010 13:56
that is a beautiful image, in a beautiful post! 🙂
-dana
Posted by: danaberlith | July 24th, 2010 14:00
beautiful image and a post that i truly ADORE. love every morsel!
you are AWESOME!
Posted by: kim | August 3rd, 2010 19:44