I'm eating my oatmeal and it is a good thing too because I woke up ravenously hungry. After this I'll pop some rye toast in and eat it with wild blueberry jam. Hubby picked it up and brought it home last night...a funny gift for some people but for me the most considerate and thoughtful gift in the world.
My tea is delicious, a piping hot orange pekoe with a splash of milk and brown sugar. The perfect morning thus far.
I'm thinking about the other night, and the party we had in the little unkempt garden that went so well. Straw hats, candles and blowing magic bubbles that were so gooey we didn't think they would fly at all! But they did, and they had grown women in fits of hilarity! There was a tarot card reader, we set her up inside with her table and cloth of a thousand moons and stars...there she gave simple readings to our friends of past, present and future. Aren't those things always so much fun? I love to hear and see, what cards come up.
Paper lanterns were strewn about outside in the garden, a colourful backdrop to our clothing swap. If you have never done one of these, do. All your guests bring their gently used purses, shoes and clothing. The other guests are free to help themselves to whatever they would like. The rest gets donated to a women's shelter. Isn't that amazing? There were some fantastic donations too. What a great way to upcycle these items without just throwing them away. It will help out some women in need too, so double yay!!
Lastly I'm eager to get away again. The second week of August we'll be back at the lake, thank goodness too because I'm feeling s t r e t c h e d and tired. Our friends that let us use their place made me laugh, when we returned last time she tells me, 'You can use the place anytime! It was cleaner than when I left it....' We love the beach, the campfires, the blanket of stars overhead at night...crickets singing...books to be read...simple meals to eat....ahhhh. (It is almost as much work actually but so worth it. A nice retreat!)
That is all until early next week so go have some wicked fun and laugh yourself silly...OR go do this...you have about 14 hours left to film something...then submit it HERE. xo
Bubbles and tarot! Sounds like such fun! And the clothes swap is a terrific idea. Your time at the cabin on the lake must be wonderful - I miss seeing the stars in all their glory (too much pollution in Paris to see many). Miss you! Will try to catch up by phone next week, before we're off to Amsterdam. xoxox
Posted by: Tara Bradford | July 24, 2010 at 10:14 AM
I'm envious! Seriously, I am!
That is just too much fun! Straw hats, candles..magic bubbles..tarot cards! Wow....
I love this post because, you've made me think about certain things in my life that I should change...
thinking deeply...
Posted by: The Lady Prism | July 24, 2010 at 10:54 AM
Your party sounds like a total delight. What fun!
Off to the beach, oh how I would love that. Have fun!
Posted by: Marilyn | July 24, 2010 at 06:00 PM
Your words paint a picture that makes me want to jump right into the post...love it! hugs&kisses and stars&moonlight for you dear one :)
Posted by: Tanya @ Life in 3D | July 25, 2010 at 03:02 PM
yes, great idea! Not that I ever need an excuse to throw a party.
have a lovely! time at the lake...
happies of summer wishes to you
x..x
steph
Posted by: Stephanie | July 28, 2010 at 06:21 PM
Will you invite me next time you have one of these parties? I want to come!
Posted by: Samosas For One | July 29, 2010 at 12:57 AM