It's the second to last day of October and it's hot outside. Like in the mid-70's hot. Too hot for the second to last day of October. I can feel the rain coming – I have the headache to prove it. Or the headache could be from all the candy and lack of water that I have consumed (or not) today. Probably a combination of the two, truth be told.
Yesterday I had a little luncheon for six friends. I served butternut squash soup with a spinach salad (pears, pecans, blue cheese, red onion, balsamic vinaigrette). I set the table with my grandmother's silver and the napkins I pressed last week. It was delicious and went off with a hitch. The house was mostly picked up so an hour with the vacuum and duster was all it took to get ready. It amazed me. I feel like I have turned a corner, that I can see my life moving forward in a much more mindful and happy way if I can just keep this cleaning thing up. I'm praying that once the hard work is done, it'll be a matter of maintenance. Please let it be so.
I've been knitting – two small projects are already completed and one is on the needles. I want to share those with you, but it's too hot to put wool on my body and then take photos. When the temperatures dip, I will show and tell. Cross my heart.
I haven't sewn much – a few single girl squares. That leaves 17 to sew. There are some camera straps almost finished, but I want another colorway or two or three before I update the shop for the last time this year. Mid-November is the goal. I can't take special requests or email anyone individually when I stock the shop. I will keep you posted via the blog. That I can do.
It's supposed to rain tomorrow and I just hope it can hold off or be a sprinkle so the girls can enjoy the holiday. I have a vampire and a gypsy this year. The vampire's teeth are already broken and the gypsy has lost her earrings, but they are both dealing with less-than-perfect just fine. I am so thankful for that. I tried replacing the vampire fangs, but it's the day before Halloween and, of course, no one has any left. The fact that my child is being a trooper is a blessing. Did I mention that I am thankful?
We're going to a concert tonight. Front row seats, too. I'm looking forward to a date night and especially seeing this band. I'm also anticipating an empty morning tomorrow. I plan on filling it with coffee and my dvr-ed shows from this week. I might even break out the glitter. Or some felt. Or maybe both. Endless possibilities – I like that.
I have some new shoes. They make me smile, too.
So there. That's what has been going on with me.
Here's to a great weekend for all of us.
sounds splendid. thanks for your sweet call today, friend. much appreciated. happy weekend! xo.
cute shoes! Where did you get them? š Sounds like a lovely lunch…I should do that sometime soon..before everyone gets too busy.
have a great time tonight! they are so good…sing along with i and love and you, for me, would ya’?
and thank you for this happy post.
You made me smile with this post š Thanks for sharing the good cheer.
Your lunch sounds like such a fun idea. Love the shoes! Have a wonderful weekend
Sounds like things are peaceful and wonderful at your house!
though i haven’t “mastered” the whole house yet, i’ve been really staying on top of the downstairs and it makes a HUGE difference in my whole outlook on life.
happy weekend, friend. xo.
please tell us where you got your wonderful shoes!
what a great post. thank you.
I’d say so, my friend! Since my last thorough cleaning, I’ve been trying to keep the house picked up to stay on top of my game – dishes and laundry daily. Boy, it has made a difference. I will NOT be clenaing the house this weekend š
My kids went with easy costumes this year, which I’m pretty happy about (the boy is even recycling a costume from 2 years ago -score!)
Have a great time tonight, though I’m sure you will. Happy Halloween!!
Those are such cute shoes!!!!
Can you please disclose the details on the shoes? I lurve them!
Sounds good all around! Happy Halloween!
I love your new shoes! They’re adorable. I just got some cuties at Old Navy (with ruffles at the toes) that I think you’s love – esp. the purple!
I have totally been inspired by you and your attempt to keep your house orderly…I’m working on the same thing now. Also…those shoes…love.
Oh, your shoes! Beautiful.
A lunch party – I like that idea.
We definitely go in cycles with the tidiness of our household.
I look forward to seeing your knitted projects once it cools down.
I. Am. So. Damn. Jealous.
The Avetts just won’t come to Houston. I am seriously thinking of driving six hours to see them in Dallas come January.
Give a big “Wooooo” cheer during Kick Drum.
the pic of your pretty new shoes made me smile, too. thanks for that š
mmm those would make me smile too! i hope the rain stayed away…it rained all day today here in buffalo but now the sun is peaking out!
This is the type of life I aspire to. Awesome family. Peaceful, grateful times. Time and awareness to enjoy it. Thanks for the inspiration (and keep up the celebration of it).
Great shoes! I’m working on letting people come over even when my house is not perfect! (And also keeping it a bit more ready…tho as my hubby points out, that’s all in the mindset.) š Continue with your journey, we’ll be reading for inspiration!
Another vote for letting us know where those shoes are from! Brand? They are so cute!
loving this list as well.
Wish I could have been at your lunch. Sounds lovely!
The Avett Bros. are my FAVORITE band! They are amazing live and I hope you enjoyed the concert. We’ve seen them here in Mpls quite a few times over the years but last summer they played at the zoo and our children were able to experience them live for the first time. I hope you enjoy them as much as we have and here is to a good, and clean, November.
Oh my, I am envious of the Avett Brothers concert. They will be in Columbia, MO on March 2nd, my birthday. But hopefully with a week old newborn, I will need to skip it. I probably won’t care that I am missing them. I hope I won’t as I will have my own little concert in the house.
I FINALLY cleaned out my closet today. Why is it the small things that make us feel so settled?
I only made it through one Single Girl Square. I’d rather go see the gynecologist.
The picture of your green shoes made me think of this website http://www.footearth.es/
It’s pic of feet on the ground all over the world.
i went to see them a couple of weeks ago, they were great! Much better than their album stuff, even. I hope you had a great time!
Love the shoes- That alone explains yout post title.
Your shoes do look cute. Personally I never thought I could pull off anything with a bow. I think I’d look rather stupid, but your feet? Nice.
Lovely post – your sense of peace conveys so well! Adorable shoes too!
Cute shoes! Beautiful Leaves….LOVELY!
this post made me happy. so many good little moments. i hope the concert was a blast (and yes, very cute new shoes š )
xo
hi,i’m syikin from malaysia.i dont usually write on peoples’ blog,heck,i dont even read or search for them.but something about ur blogs caught my eyes.i havent got thru to all of them but while i was browsing thru, it kinda grab me somehow.there’s a new kind of peace..i cant explain it.
but anyway, i just wanna say thanks for creating this.it inspires me n woke up me.the pictures are amazing.i guess that’s one of the things that make u different.
hope u’ll have a great year n a wonderful life ahead of u..
thanks…
Yes, those green shoes with the bows on the toes are wonderful!