Wednesday, May 31, 2006
Last day of May
Is it really the last day of May already? I'm not sure if I like that time appears to be passing by so fast.
Sunday, May 28, 2006
Sunset on the Weekend
And so the sun begins on it's path to set. The sky is just beginning to turn that golden orangish. It's been a full weekend, that is not coming to the end. It's been productive in that I now have some lovely shorts to wear, and which can be worn as casual, or dressed up a bit. I've also got some lovely tops to go with them, and a new sweater too. Thankfully, all my clothes were on sale.
Oh, yeah, and for those of you who've known me for a bit me, are you sitting down? Good. Because I also came home with 3 skirts. Okay... just breathe. Yes, really, I've got 3 skirts to wear now.
The whole shopping experience was really interesting, because I went with a friend of mine, who's Quaker. Basically, she only buys her clothes at discount, and shops at places like Gabe's, Goodwill, or consignment shops. I had no luck at these stores, but then I got to thinking about it. Her philosophy is based on doing what she can to not fill up the landfills, and to give back where she can.
As she says, everyone gives to Good will, but do they shop there to complete the circle? It's easy to give things away, and buy new. But if we keep doing this... the circle is incomplete. In her eyes, places like Walmart, who offer new clothing cheap, are bumping business from the Good will, where people who could afford much used to shop more.
When she first told me this, it didn't really sink in. But then I started to think about it, and it made sense. Which, was scary. But then I started to think about it, what if I followed her philosophy of unless I absolutley need it, can't get it anywhere else, or there's a reason to buy it new, why am I paying full price?
More things for this thoughtful brain to think about.
In other news, tomorrow I've got a photo shoot with my daughter. Should be interesting. And, I'm a little nervous. But, it's part of our gift for the hubby. So... we shall see.
Oh, yeah, and for those of you who've known me for a bit me, are you sitting down? Good. Because I also came home with 3 skirts. Okay... just breathe. Yes, really, I've got 3 skirts to wear now.
The whole shopping experience was really interesting, because I went with a friend of mine, who's Quaker. Basically, she only buys her clothes at discount, and shops at places like Gabe's, Goodwill, or consignment shops. I had no luck at these stores, but then I got to thinking about it. Her philosophy is based on doing what she can to not fill up the landfills, and to give back where she can.
As she says, everyone gives to Good will, but do they shop there to complete the circle? It's easy to give things away, and buy new. But if we keep doing this... the circle is incomplete. In her eyes, places like Walmart, who offer new clothing cheap, are bumping business from the Good will, where people who could afford much used to shop more.
When she first told me this, it didn't really sink in. But then I started to think about it, and it made sense. Which, was scary. But then I started to think about it, what if I followed her philosophy of unless I absolutley need it, can't get it anywhere else, or there's a reason to buy it new, why am I paying full price?
More things for this thoughtful brain to think about.
In other news, tomorrow I've got a photo shoot with my daughter. Should be interesting. And, I'm a little nervous. But, it's part of our gift for the hubby. So... we shall see.
Friday, May 26, 2006
It was a dark and stormy night... I mean, it is...
Yup, it's dark and stormy here. And, I should probably be off this computer, that I've been on all day, but, I've been working. And, catching up on blogs in between.
This weekend, unlike Ed who's at the beach, or Stacie with tons of plans, I get to work. And, the ILs are coming to visit tomorrow. And tomorrow, I'm meeting my friend L for a Diva Day. Sunday, I have no plans, but ILs will still be here, so, who knows!
I've been looking forward to this day for months. I've been carefully saving up money to shop, as I'm in need of shorts, and since they're calling for 90 degrees on Sunday. Well... shorts would be a good thing. It will be a day for me, with a good friend, who I can hopefully focus and shop with. I'm SO excited!
This weekend, unlike Ed who's at the beach, or Stacie with tons of plans, I get to work. And, the ILs are coming to visit tomorrow. And tomorrow, I'm meeting my friend L for a Diva Day. Sunday, I have no plans, but ILs will still be here, so, who knows!
I've been looking forward to this day for months. I've been carefully saving up money to shop, as I'm in need of shorts, and since they're calling for 90 degrees on Sunday. Well... shorts would be a good thing. It will be a day for me, with a good friend, who I can hopefully focus and shop with. I'm SO excited!
Tuesday, May 23, 2006
Little things, big belly, and a baby
I have a friend who lives in the city. We met through Reiki shares, and 2 days before I birthed Pook, we took a Reiki III class together. He's an amazing poet and photographer. He took pictures of me and hubby, and my precious belly when I was pregnant, and 10 days after the pook was born, he visited us to take more pictures. 
<-- Pook at 10 days.
We became friends when he read my poetry, and shared some of his own. I was flattered because he considered me to be a muse.
We'd hang out on occasion. For a long time after Pook was born, he was going through his own stuff, and I didn't really get to spend time hanging out.
He did manage to take some gorgeous pictures of Pook for her first birthday. And then... he faded off into his own world.
This year, we've found time to get together almost once a month. We sit at opposite ends of the couch doing reflexology and Reiki to each other's feet. In this time we solve the world's problems, and our own, and it's all good stuff. I mean, it's couch time after all!
The other day, while we were chatting, he was talking about all that he'd been through, and told me that it was time he started spending time with people who really cared about him and wouldn't use him. Good friends, like me.
It's funny, because, being a "Good Friend" took me by surprise. I'm just me. I do my own thing. I'm not the person to call at 3 am when you've got a problem (Hell, if you call after 8pm, I don't answer the phone!) If I don't want to do something, I usually don't. There are certain qualities in people I don't deal with. In fact, I'll avoid people with those qualities. If you are going through a hard time, I can be supportive. I do not want to hear about a situation you've created, are complaining about, and unwilling to get out of (especially if you know it's best to get out of it) - for the third time. First time, you do gt sympathy. I do things without explanation, though you can ask and I'll probably answer you. I'm quite involved in my family life and my own self- created schtuff; I admit it. I can be really self-centered. So, this was a lovely compliment for me.
I apparently have a knack for being there when people need me (most of the time), as well as good listening skills. Add that to my unique gift for helping people to see the good in things, especially one's self, and the fact that I can be a really loving and giving person on occasion. I care a lot about a lot of people in my life. And, whereas I once called everyone and anyone a friend, I'm not more selective in my choices of friends now.
It's not something I associate with who I am. Hi, I'm Grace, and I'm a "good friend!" However, that little comment he made, really meant a lot for some odd reason.
<-- Pook at 10 days.We became friends when he read my poetry, and shared some of his own. I was flattered because he considered me to be a muse.
We'd hang out on occasion. For a long time after Pook was born, he was going through his own stuff, and I didn't really get to spend time hanging out.
He did manage to take some gorgeous pictures of Pook for her first birthday. And then... he faded off into his own world.
This year, we've found time to get together almost once a month. We sit at opposite ends of the couch doing reflexology and Reiki to each other's feet. In this time we solve the world's problems, and our own, and it's all good stuff. I mean, it's couch time after all!
The other day, while we were chatting, he was talking about all that he'd been through, and told me that it was time he started spending time with people who really cared about him and wouldn't use him. Good friends, like me.
It's funny, because, being a "Good Friend" took me by surprise. I'm just me. I do my own thing. I'm not the person to call at 3 am when you've got a problem (Hell, if you call after 8pm, I don't answer the phone!) If I don't want to do something, I usually don't. There are certain qualities in people I don't deal with. In fact, I'll avoid people with those qualities. If you are going through a hard time, I can be supportive. I do not want to hear about a situation you've created, are complaining about, and unwilling to get out of (especially if you know it's best to get out of it) - for the third time. First time, you do gt sympathy. I do things without explanation, though you can ask and I'll probably answer you. I'm quite involved in my family life and my own self- created schtuff; I admit it. I can be really self-centered. So, this was a lovely compliment for me.
I apparently have a knack for being there when people need me (most of the time), as well as good listening skills. Add that to my unique gift for helping people to see the good in things, especially one's self, and the fact that I can be a really loving and giving person on occasion. I care a lot about a lot of people in my life. And, whereas I once called everyone and anyone a friend, I'm not more selective in my choices of friends now.
It's not something I associate with who I am. Hi, I'm Grace, and I'm a "good friend!" However, that little comment he made, really meant a lot for some odd reason.
Bits and Bobs
It's turning out to be a lovley week filled with things to do. I'm beginning to see a trend... I seem to get more stuff done when I have more things planned... Hmmm... I think Stacie's on-the-money when she suggested setting a time limit for things.
Today, the sun was up and bright quite early. Pook is still sleeping (yay!) and I've been able to get a large chunck of work done for the day.
Speaking of which... think I'll try to get in some reading before my sweet lil one awakes!
Today, the sun was up and bright quite early. Pook is still sleeping (yay!) and I've been able to get a large chunck of work done for the day.
Speaking of which... think I'll try to get in some reading before my sweet lil one awakes!
Happy Birthday to...
My sweet Canadian luvs!
Hope that you are both have a splendid day, and doing something lovely!
Sending you hugs and well-wishes.
Love,
Us
Friday, May 19, 2006
Dear Grace,
Just wanted to remind you, that you really do need to get your work done today and stop procrastinating. I'm totally on to your method of creating big things to think about from little things.
So, I really think it's time you just stopped blogging, and get to work.
Sincerely,
Your Inner Guide
*****
Dear Inner Guide,
Sod off! We're having a lovely time pondering what fun is and how to incorporate more of it into our lives. So, nyah!
-The Ego
*****
Dear Inner Guide and Ego,
Can you two work together to help me focus a little more? I really do need to get this work done and stop procrastinating today. Really, I do. Because I have to work this weekend, and really don't want to stress out about it.
So, um, thanks in advance,
Grace
So, I really think it's time you just stopped blogging, and get to work.
Sincerely,
Your Inner Guide
*****
Dear Inner Guide,
Sod off! We're having a lovely time pondering what fun is and how to incorporate more of it into our lives. So, nyah!
-The Ego
*****
Dear Inner Guide and Ego,
Can you two work together to help me focus a little more? I really do need to get this work done and stop procrastinating today. Really, I do. Because I have to work this weekend, and really don't want to stress out about it.
So, um, thanks in advance,
Grace
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