These are some of the things in life that I enjoy, and which make me happy, inspire me, or put a smile on my face. Maybe some of them are yours too. Let's share!
I don't drink a lot of hot drinks but when I do I like a pretty mug/cup to drink from. Its a small and simple pleasure.
A beautiful landscape whatever the season . . .
Creative expression, whatever the medium . . .
Snowdrops . . .
Pretty rings . . .
Mmmm . . . cinnamon . . .
Country charm . . .
Mandarins . . .
Shortbread biscuits . . .
Fresh tulips . . . these are as pretty as a painting . . .
Crochet trims . . .
I have a cup like this that I love . . . the saucer got broken in the trip back from the U.K. however. Just makes it all the more dear to me.
Pretty earrings . . . I don't wear them myself. My ears are too old and my lobes too big, but on a young woman, pretty earrings are a beautiful thing.
Ruffles and bows . . .
Proper French Toast . . .
Such pretty things . . .
Pink . . .
Books . . . they have always been my friends.
And those are my favorite things for today. I hope that some of them were also yours.
We went out for supper with Dad last night. He fell yesterday going into the Tim Hortons in town and is scraped up a bit with a black eye. Sigh . . . I am so grateful he did not break anything. The thought of it makes me cry. I love my father very much. He was very strict when we were growing up and was not always my favorite person back then, but I love him very much. I wish I could do more for him.
In The English Kitchen today. Vanilla Cupcakes. Egg free as well as dairy free (if you wish). These were moist and delicious. I glazed with a white glaze and topped with a cherry.
I hope that you have a lovely day. Lots of snow, freezing rain, rain, snow expected here today. Its going to be nasty and I know this storm has been blowing through Ontario/Quebec also. Stay safe and warm everyone! Don't forget!
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And I do too!
You cheered me up again with lovely words and pictures . Yes , If you like hot milky drinks, you might like Chai . I recently discovered this lovely sweet spicey, warm and comforting tea from India .
ReplyDeleteI hope your Dad is resting up today after his fall and that his bruises heal quickly . Poor thing ! 💐
Thanks Debs. If it has black tea in it, I can't drink it. I did buy some Chai pods, but then discovered they had black tea in them, so they had to be given away. He has a really black eye this morning. Thank you for your happy thoughts for him. Xoxo
DeleteSo sorry to hear your Dad had a fall. It really shakes you up when you fall. So glad he didn’t break anything. Does he use a cane? Lots of lovely favourites today. Is your bird mug with the missing saucer a Susan Branch one? Yes, we’re getting the same storm you’re getting. Everything is under a heavy blanket of snow. We were so spoiled by our lack of snow last winter so I guess it is time to pay the piper. Stay warm and cozy. I think I’ll make your cute cupcakes for Valentine’s Day. I made your Carrot and Parsnip soup last week. It was delicious. I’m eying your Carrot and potato one, too. Enjoy your snow day, warm and snug inside. Love and hugs, Elaine
ReplyDeleteHe has a cane but it is more of a hindrance to him as he ends up carrying it rather than using it! It is Susan Branch one, the mug. I bought it quite some time ago. I loved the little bird on top. That fell off once also, but I glued it back on, lol. The carrot and potato soup is fabulous! I hope you give it a go and that you like the cupcakes. Stay safe and stay warm! Love and hugs, xoxo
DeleteCould of been worse for your Dad, hope he recovers quickly. Bitg storm hit our area last night and into today. Many cancellations and closures today. Nasty storm, stay safe as it moves into your area.
ReplyDeleteThanks Linda. I keep worrying that one day he won't be so lucky and will break a hip. You stay safe also! xoxo
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