tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post1324933305908611865..comments2024-03-27T13:35:42.418-07:00Comments on Fabric Paper Thread: Enjoying Late WinterLorriehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03653026442945027184noreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-83841346518162536552013-02-27T09:05:13.374-08:002013-02-27T09:05:13.374-08:00What a wonderful post. I've been thinking the...What a wonderful post. I've been thinking the same things.<br />I'm planning my garden crops, enjoying the sunshine, watching the days grow longer, using up my garden bounty from last year, keeping our home welcoming.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-38531881889244092192013-02-26T12:43:58.499-08:002013-02-26T12:43:58.499-08:00I guess for me enjoying any break in the clouds an...I guess for me enjoying any break in the clouds and just the sky. The grey can even be pretty at the right time of day.<br />I enjoyed all your ideas even if I only live them vicariously. :)Jillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09738013703083011762noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-39434421702812286332013-02-26T09:28:05.939-08:002013-02-26T09:28:05.939-08:00Great ideas...for making the most of this season. ...Great ideas...for making the most of this season. I need to be reminded that my freezer is full of fruits waiting to be used! I too wear mostly greys and blacks all winter...and am needing some colour by now. Judy https://www.blogger.com/profile/00929685771427155673noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-11512974000424684092013-02-26T07:34:37.355-08:002013-02-26T07:34:37.355-08:00I love the idea of savoring every day and creating...I love the idea of savoring every day and creating a list of small things that bring joy. We're living where it isn't cold, so my list of joys is a little different...but some things are the same in any climate. Doing a task that can be completed (and will stay completed for a while) such as straightening out a cupboard or drawer has always been something that makes me feel good! And loving the fact that each day is a little bit longer...that's the same thing this time of year no matter what the outside temp! <br /><br />A thing I'm trying to to remember each day now is to make menu plans arounde what's already in the cupboard and freezer. Because it all has to be gone when we leave our winter home in a couple of months (or so). <br /><br />Sallie (FullTime-Life)https://www.blogger.com/profile/15442598857394838271noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-78975635773660058472013-02-26T07:32:44.439-08:002013-02-26T07:32:44.439-08:00I like your attitude...most of the time we spend w...I like your attitude...most of the time we spend wishing and frittering away hoping for spring to come. And then when it does we are so busy we don't get to enjoy it.<br /><br />JenRURAL https://www.blogger.com/profile/11871803235521431504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-22308647615291286462013-02-26T07:25:02.179-08:002013-02-26T07:25:02.179-08:00This is good advice any time of the year, even whe...This is good advice any time of the year, even when the broiling summers (here) make you long for winter. Being content and looking for good is what its all about. You have said it so well1podsohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14880888514207597761noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-68584798495616179322013-02-26T06:32:13.407-08:002013-02-26T06:32:13.407-08:00Lorrie, I love your list and agree with (and love,...Lorrie, I love your list and agree with (and love, love, love) everything you suggest to brighten these late Winter days. <br /><br />Right now I'm still fighting a monster cold and feeling sorry for myself, but am planning for the days/weeks ahead and all the projects awaiting me around the house and garden.......once I'm well and the weather warms up.<br /><br />Meanwhile, it's cold and raining again today and I'm still in my PJ's and robe, BUT later will venture into the garden briefly to cut a bunch of daffodils to brighten the kitchen island; burn a lavender candle; pull together a big pot of healthy soup - veggies are waiting; and bake our favorite cake - apple, prune & brandy - that last ingredient SHOULD help the head cold, right!!!!!!!!<br /><br />Here's to you, and hope your day is wonderful.<br />Thanks for your recent lovely comments - always SO appreciated and loved.<br />Hugs - Mary<br />Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11915239653283205065noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-2045409176376088862013-02-26T05:29:10.532-08:002013-02-26T05:29:10.532-08:00Lorrie, I love your list. I think I will take your...Lorrie, I love your list. I think I will take your outlook for the rest of the winter:) Thank you for reminding me to stop and just be. Take care, JenA Garden of Threadshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02311416568496969279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-67737440050280592312013-02-26T04:49:13.813-08:002013-02-26T04:49:13.813-08:00I like your list, Lorrie, we should cherish these ...I like your list, Lorrie, we should cherish these final days of winter. right now though I'm sitting in bed feeling very sorry for myself, stuffed up with a head cold and sore throat.<br />A hot cup of tea is just what I need.Maggiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16778709902157945708noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-67419097975509032952013-02-26T02:05:47.041-08:002013-02-26T02:05:47.041-08:00Such lovely post xSuch lovely post xcuckihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11650071456271781518noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-406345510256792622013-02-25T22:58:58.570-08:002013-02-25T22:58:58.570-08:00Thank you for this - good tips for the gray days w...Thank you for this - good tips for the gray days we've had in my corner of the world. I did bring home tulips and freesia last Friday and they are still happily brightening up my tables today :-)Susanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08274481412344071315noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-88301223012826918492013-02-25T21:37:19.467-08:002013-02-25T21:37:19.467-08:00I love this post and the sentimaents and thoughts ...I love this post and the sentimaents and thoughts and list of things to do during winter. Yes we should embrace each day instead of wishing the seasons away and enjoy every moment to the full. <br />Thank you so much for sharing this with us - it is a wonderful reminder to us all. As for me, we are still in the heat of summer - I will try not to wish it away - the cool air will come soon enough. I must make more time to walk in the early mornings and late afternoons - the best time of day. <br />Thank you for stopping by my blog today to say hi. Have a wonderful week. Jill Harrisonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08484965955166744702noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-9407447552174245632013-02-25T19:37:31.046-08:002013-02-25T19:37:31.046-08:00Such lovely ideas. I determine to implement some ...Such lovely ideas. I determine to implement some of them. I am not an outdoorsy girl at all, but I am always invigorated when I make myself get out for a bit, so that might be the place to start. <br /><br />(I'm afraid that I need to make a similar list for summer's end. <i>That</i> is the time of year that I am wishing the days away...)Cheryl https://www.blogger.com/profile/00063844335185525553noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-34889117637257084622013-02-25T18:22:30.053-08:002013-02-25T18:22:30.053-08:00That was quite the storm we had, wasn't it - b...That was quite the storm we had, wasn't it - blustery and rain pounding. I like to lie in bed and listen to the rain. We lived in the desert for several years and rain became a city-wide celebration - running about in the rain - drenched and happy. Now we bundle up and try to stay warm - but I still love a good storm. I like to go up to Birch Bay during a storm - sit bundled up on the beach and watch the weather. On these days I can't see Vancouver Island - but on sunny days I can - I love both kinds of days.<br /><br />I buy daffodils by the bundle as soon as they hit the stores. I get them in tight, tight bud and watch in amazement as they open - and usually by the second day they are all open - and the house smells so good. <br /><br />I like all kinds of weather and appreciate the rain we have here, after living in the desert. Although I have to say - sun almost every single day was wonderful too. <br /><br />Other than the daffodils, I am reading and crocheting a Granny Square afghan like everyone used to have on their sofas when I was a kid. I've always wanted one and now is the time. It is bright colors with black to connect the squares - my goal is to have it put together (I'm half way there) by spring - we'll see how that goes - but I've made a good start.JoAnn ( Scene Through My Eyes)https://www.blogger.com/profile/12621061028973446378noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-58717404131373169922013-02-25T18:15:00.067-08:002013-02-25T18:15:00.067-08:00Until I read your list, I was feeling just as ragg...Until I read your list, I was feeling just as ragged as you mention. Yes, I often have the sense of "just getting on with it." Since winter'll be with me much longer than it will be with you, I might as well get a grip. Besides, I just learned that the Mediterranean diet is the way to go. Who can't be happy with all that olive oil and macadamia nuts? Veehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00618654361869856894noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38904271.post-22461110330599084802013-02-25T17:15:20.322-08:002013-02-25T17:15:20.322-08:00I think it's time that I take at my closets an...I think it's time that I take at my closets and drawers. And maybe go for a walk outdoors more often now that the weather is a bit milder. If it's not cloudy be sure to watch for the moon rise tonight. It's the full snow moon. Thanks for these great ideas. I may look like a Bronte character tomorrow on my walk. PamPamela Gordonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18071092617682650349noreply@blogger.com