It’s the first Sunday in August and I am sitting here thinking that the Summer is flying by. My “I want to do list” for today did not materialize. I only managed a TJ’s run, created a pretty flower arrangement with store bought Sunflowers and Hydrangeas from my garden, made homemade pesto, cooked dinner and did a couple of loads of laundry. My want to do list of consisted of finally cleaning up the jar frogs I glazed earlier in the week, glazing the other pots from my most recent bisque fire, wedging some reclaimed clay and making some new rain bells since the last batch had too much surface area to hold the water properly.

While I was out shopping today I listened to Shonda Rhimes book “The Year of Yes”. It was nice to hear that even folks that you think have it all together don’t. I am nearly 14 years into my parenting gig and I still don’t know what to do all the time, it’s still hard juggling what feels like ALL the expectations and responsibilities while trying to maintain my sense of self. I do not have regrets about my decision to be a parent, but I do wish I had said “Yes” to more opportunities when I was younger. It is never good to act based on the fear of the unknown and allow self doubt to make decisions that could affect your future. It seems that little pearls of wisdom come along right on time. Thank you Shonda!

This summer I have put real effort into my garden. I find peace in weeding my garden in the morning while checking on my plants. I invested in a great pair of boots so that I could keep my feet dry walking the dog and gardening, especially in the AM. I found that once a week I can cut fresh flowers for my home and it brings me great joy. Below are a few pics from my garden:

I have already started harvesting seeds for next season and planning where I will place my bulbs for Spring flowers. I love gardening and the joy and peace it brings me.

Until next time,

LaRae