Monday, April 30, 2012

Wonder

This morning I was sitting, with my

niece on my lap, and I put on music for

us to listen to. She sat stilly and just listened.

It made me think that for a child, sounds,

smells, touch, sights; all of it seems to

fill them with wonder...and I love that.

won der

1. a cause of astonishment or admiration

2. rapt attention or astonishment at something

awesomely mysterious or new to one's experience

"The most beautiful thing we can experience is the mysterious.

It is the source of all true art and science."
Albert Einstein

"Never lose an opportunity of seeing anything beautiful,

for beauty is God's handwriting."
Ralph Waldo Emerson

(All photos courtesy of: We Heart It)

Friday, April 27, 2012

Maybe I get it from my mother, but I love birds.

I am not an avid bird watcher, nor do I make

bird calls, but they always seem to capture

my attention when they are in our backyard.

Thinking of birds, I found these pretty

bird pieces. I hope you enjoy.

Happy Friday!

Picturesque Birdcage Bookends

Sparrow Song Jewelry Stand

White Bird Salt & Pepper Shaker

Birds In A Nest Magnet Set

(Courtesy of: Ruche

& Pier 1 Imports )

Monday, April 23, 2012

The Talent of June Shin (Jewelry)

I stumbled upon June Shin's website this evening,

and I thought these necklaces were adorable.

The Swift Lee Hope Necklace

Old Fashioned Bicycle Necklace

Bryant Park Terre Necklace

Jess Swift Mallory pattern Pendant in Bronze

To visit her store, please go to:

http://www.juneshin.com/

Saturday, April 21, 2012

Good Morning, Saturday

This morning is beautiful here.

I had my morning cup of coffee,

watched the pups playing outside

and now, I can hear my niece

from the living room,

talking in gibberish.

I am a lucky woman.

(Photos courtesy of: weheartit.com)

Sunday, April 15, 2012

Brother Lawrence (Sunday)

Brother Lawrence

1614-1691

Brother Lawrence, born Nicholas Herman, a lowly and unlearned man,

who, after having been a footman and soldier, was admitted a Lay Brother

among the barefooted Carmelites at Paris in 1666, and was afterwards known

as "Brother Lawrence." Despite his lowly position in life and the priory, his

character attracted many to him. He had a reputation for experiencing profound

peace and visitors came to seek spiritual guidance from him. The wisdom he

passed on to them, in conversations and in letters, would later become the

basis for the book, The Practice of the Presence of God.

"In order to know God, we must often think of Him;

and when we come to love Him, we shall then also

think of Him often, for our heart will be with our treasure."

"We ought not to be weary of doing little things for the love of God,

who regards not the greatness of the work, but the love with

which it is performed."

"Lift up your heart to Him, sometimes even at your meals,

and when you are in company; the least little

remembrance will always be acceptable

to Him. You need not cry very loud;

he is nearer to us than

we are aware of."

(courtesy of:)

http://christian-quotes.ochristian.com/Brother-Lawrence-Quotes/

Friday, April 13, 2012

Friday Evening Song

I was sitting in the coffee shop this afternoon

and this song came on.

I loved the sound of it,

so this evening I played it for my niece, Emma.

She let me, twirl her around the room while it played,

and I think she liked it too:)

(Flightless Bird by Iron & Wine)

Monday, April 9, 2012

For Pristine

My beautiful friend is getting married in August.
I was thinking of her today and wanted to wish her,
and her fiancé the best time planning for their wedding
and their marriage.

I'm so very happy for the both of you.

Dear Pristine,
I wish I could be sitting at the bookstore looking
through wedding magazines
with you at this time:)

Love,

Libby

(All photos courtesy of:

http://thismodernromance.com/main/

http://anniemcelwain.com/)

Saturday, April 7, 2012

Sunday (Easter)

Could life so end, half told; its school so fail?

Soul, soul, there is a sequel to thy tale!

~Robert Mowry Bell

On Easter Day the veil between time and eternity thins to gossamer.

~Douglas Horton

But from this earth, this grave, this dust,My God shall raise me up, I trust.

~Walter Raleigh

He takes men out of time and makes them feel eternity.

~Ralph Waldo Emerson

Thank you, from the bottom of my heart for giving me your life, Jesus.

To you and your loved ones, may you have a joyous Easter.

Thursday, April 5, 2012

A Normal Thursday

7:00-Good morning:)

7:30-Chase the puppy around the table because he is stealing food

8:00-Hold my niece

9:00-Take pictures on my way to work to send to my friend

9:30-Read cards at Target that make me laugh

10:00 Start work

3:00 Make a mozzarella, basil, tomato sandwich...it is so delicious!

4:00 Do some cleaning

5:00 Do my homework (I re-learned my personality type today)

6:00 Watch as hail and rain come pouring down

6:30 Watch as the pups come running into the house, not realizing they have been rolling around in the mud and grass...chase them with the towel to try and clean them off

7:00 Make pasta for dinner (a light cream sauce, with sun dried tomatoes, and gorgonzola)

For most of us, our days are filled with normal moments, and responsibilities. I like that normal can be a gift. Just being able to work, play, have that cup of coffee...all those things can be quite wonderful. I am thankful for normal.