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A Bundle of Myrrh

"My beloved is unto me as a bundle of myrrh." Song of Solomon 1:13

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Daybook: July Part II

Wednesday, July 25th, 2012

Cultivating Simplicity

Isn’t making life more “simple” something we all would like to do? Maybe. Unfortunately, some of us seem to be blessed with the ability to always make things more complicated. In an attempt to cultivate simplicity in my already complicated life, I often find myself looking for better ways to do things, whether it’s reorganizing an out of control closet or making my bread making process easier (thank you Jenny!!). I’m loving how quick and easy it is to pull a pre-made flour bag out of the freezer and dump it into the bread machine! Yay!

I think my next move will be more slow cooker meals. Genius, but this will require forethought, something my “blessed with the ability to always make things more complicated” brain doesn’t typically allow.

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Daybook: July Part I

Saturday, July 14th, 2012

Living Seasonally

The hot summer lingers and the days seem like molasses passing by me, slow and difficult. I only have so much of myself to give each day, and it’s never enough. I’m eager for the school year to begin. The summer has given us; hours outside on the porch, the babies splashing in the pool, eating popsicles and riding their bikes. The back door is always swinging open and I’m constantly saying, “Close the door!” The summer also brings many birthdays to prepare for; Clara, Lily, Me, Gerhardt and other family.

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Daybook: January

Tuesday, January 31st, 2012

Living Seasonally

January comes to an end and I have to say it has been a very pleasant month.  Slow, cold January, good for snuggling on the couch, quiet visits with friends and sweet treats after hearty meals.

 

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Daybook: November

Tuesday, November 22nd, 2011

Living Seasonally

November feels like one of those months of waiting. Waiting for Advent, waiting to legitimately begin to listen to Christmas music. The days are cold and short and before you know it November is over and you can’t believe Advent is already here! Sure there’s Thanksgiving, a holiday I’m beginning to feel more sentiment for, but really one that just makes me miss home. Autumn is such a wonderful season and one day when I have more time to sit and reflect on the goodness of all that surrounds me, I’ll savor November more.

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