20 September

Mornings are my favorite. It is really "my time". I have to share it a bit, just for a while... then its my own. I write in my journal and I sit quietly and relax before the day really begins. Then... off and running.

Today I had an awesome synchronicity experience. I don't know if you believe in that or not. I was thinking of joining a class - a pilates class. One of my latest thoughts has been that I really need to gain some core strength back and no time better than the present to get started. No more excuses - just get signed up and go.

So I had gotten as far as looking into it. What studio do I attend? I had found one that looked good, was fairly close and somewhat affordable. I even actually was in the process of roping a friend in to joining me for the classes. But, that's all the farther I had gotten - a little stalled, but good intentions.

This morning, an email was waiting for me from Groupon - which is a daily coupon for a reduced rate at a local business - a special offer that is only available today only and for a short amount of time and in limited quantity. There it was - $49 for a 7 week session for intro Pilates at the studio I was looking at considering. I signed up myself and my friend. I had sent my intention out into the universe and it was answered.

Synchronicity.

What's your synchronicity experience?

Comfort

Sunday Creative word prompt - Comfort

Her key jiggled in the lock. She turned the knob and the door opened. As she entered, she was greeted with wiggles and flurry. The overflowing joy of her return was obivious. After a busy day, she was ready for a little quiet time. She laid down her purse and set her keys on the counter. She felt the light rub of fur against her leg. She leaned down and gave a rewarding scratch on the head to her long time companion. "I am happy to see you too" she said.

After a few minutes, the water came to a boil and the sound of the tea kettle's whistle filled the kitchen. She poured the water carefully over the tea leaves which immediately released the soft aroma. She could feel the steam on her face as she took in the fresh scent of the green tea. She settled into the couch and gently thumbed the pages of her book. The familiar warm body curled next to her feet. As reached she for her tea, the feeling of comfort settled in and she began to relax a little deeper into the cushions.

9 September

I've been preparing for guests tonight. As I'm dusting, shining, washing, etc. I'm wondering why I don't do this more? Entertain, why have I fallen away from such a joyful thing? Having friends round for dinner, snacks, a glass of wine - whatever it might be - is really a joy. Fillng the house with laughter, conversation and companionship is one of those things that is priceless.

I really don't bake much either. Its just the two of us, and quite frankly, I'm the only one that will eat all the stuff. My husband has huge willpower and can easily pass up on the goodies. Although, in a weak moment, I have seen him indulge :) These past two days I have spent more time baking than in forever it seems. It really is fun to pull out the mixer, the receipes, and whip butter and sugar into fine fluffiness. The upside down cake shifted from pineapple to apple and you know - it turned out beautifully! The house looks great, the food is prepared, the dishes are out. I'm feeling pretty good about things.

Do you like to entertain?