The Simple Woman's Daybook . . .

 

FOR TODAY, June 4th, 2019 

Outside  my window...

The skies are dull and grey. Its drizzling out. But even in the rain the bird sing. There's a lesson there for us all. 

I am thinking ...

About how very lucky and blessed we are that our Doug did not suffer a MAJOR heart attack. The fact that it was what it was is a miracle. I was able to speak to him yesterday. They were letting him get up and move around his room which he was happy about because it meant he could use the loo instead of a bed pan. There will be a long road to recovery and big changes will need to be made . . .  a total lifestyle change. Praying that he can do the things he needs to do and that he will get all the support he needs to do them.

I am thankful for ...

The miracles of modern medicine and technology. This meant that within hours my son had the best care possible and that I was able to keep abreast of the situation the whole time. So grateful. 

One of my favourite things ... 

 

1950's-60's television shows.  There was no swearing or nudity, no major violence. It was just nice television and I don't find them corny at all. Well, for the most part anyways. I love them. 

In the kitchen ... 

 

Creamy Baked Haddock.  Delicious!  

On my "To Cook" list ... 

 

Not Quite Nigella.  The London Fog Earl Grey Tea Cake.  Looks and sounds fabulous!  

Good to know ... 

  

You just have to love Anne and her view on things. 

I am creating ... 

  

Crochet Flower Bookmarks. I could not find a source for each of them, but I did find this by Marianna Mel on Ravelry. Cute! 

  

The Sweetest Needlebook.  A free pattern from Ann Wood.  

  

Attic 24.  Japanese Flower Scarf.  

  

Designed by Betty.  Flower Brooch. Dandelion inspired.

  

Expressing Life.  25 cute matchboxes for every occasion.  

I am reading ... 

  

What the Wind Knows, by Amy Harmon 

Anne Gallagher grew up enchanted by her grandfather’s stories of Ireland. Heartbroken at his death, she travels to his childhood home to spread his ashes. There, overcome with memories of the man she adored and consumed by a history she never knew, she is pulled into another time.

The Ireland of 1921, teetering on the edge of war, is a dangerous place in which to awaken. But there Anne finds herself, hurt, disoriented, and under the care of Dr. Thomas Smith, guardian to a young boy who is oddly familiar. Mistaken for the boy’s long-missing mother, Anne adopts her identity, convinced the woman’s disappearance is connected to her own.

As tensions rise, Thomas joins the struggle for Ireland’s independence and Anne is drawn into the conflict beside him. Caught between history and her heart, she must decide whether she’s willing to let go of the life she knew for a love she never thought she’d find. But in the end, is the choice actually hers to make?

I only just started this last night.  Very good thus far. 


I am looking forward to ...
Seeing the Geraniums on my dining area window sil bloom.  I am curious as to what colour they will be.  Todd says he got a mixed batch. 



Dreaming About ... 

  

Milk in glass bottles . . .  love the sound of them being delivered in the morning . . .  

   

Embroidered cloths  . . . .  

  

Unexpected visitors  . . . always welcome . . .   

 

 

Fledglings  . . .  

  

Lace and ruffles  . . .    

Makes me smile ... 

I dreamt of my mother the other night.  It was crystal clear.  I got to touch her cheek and feel her hair and talk to her . . .only for a moment.    

Something to watch ... 

  

When They See Us on Netflix. Compelling drama based on a true story.  

A thought to carry with you  ...  

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 *Remember

no one can make you

feel inferior

without your consent.

~Eleanor Roosevelt

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Corners of my kingdom ... 

  

Dove Cottage in the Lake District.  William Wordsworth lived here for a time with his sister Dorothy.  

And that's my daybook for this week!



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⋯ ◯ ⋯ Take time to enjoy the small *´¯`.¸¸.☆
  ⋰ ⋮ ⋱ blessings in life.*´¯`.¸¸.☆ 



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Have a beautiful day!  Don't forget!  

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And I do too!