I woke this morning to a quiet world - it was early and I suspect my neighbours were taking the opportunity to stay in bed a little longer than on week days.
It was very damp in my little corner of the world following a day of constant rain - it rained from 5.40.a.m. to approximately 9.30.p.m. 16 hours of beautiful rain - steady and peaceful - no winds just rain rain rain. Other places were not quite so fortunate as parts of the country areas of our State received lots more rain and had some flooding.
The weather pattern is out of control all over Australia and the Cyclone season has still got quite a way to go yet.
Cool breezes here but once more the sky is blue and the birds are singing.
I have been to do my normal grocery shopping - a task I really don't enjoy but I am blessed to be able to do it and to get food for my week.
I called to try to fix a computer problem for a friend and didn't succeed there, and I also went to the "Op Shops" - I had a ball.
I came home with three books (no surprise there)
The Horse Whisperer by Nicholas Evans
The Christmas Box by Richard Paul Evans
Balance of Power by Richard North Patterson *
* this one being a large hard cover book which will not be suitable to read in bed or I will knock myself out when I fall asleep.
I did have a lovely browse around and looked at all the things that have been pre-loved and once someone's treasure and it made me wonder about the things and what their story is - why are they there? I bought some crocheted doilies and some fabric for sewing - all sorts of craft things buzzing through my head. I bought a man's necktie too to add to the collection I already have.
I want to make a bag for Rebecca and Melinda with the ties that have been their Dads as part of the decoration - I think it will be a nice idea for them to have them, but I need a few more to match those I have.
this image is from "From Rags to Bags"
It is just a plan which I hope will take place - today's tie was silver/charcoal grey/black and white diagonal stripes.
I really did enjoy the time browsing around and finding things and these things have brought me pleasure as I hope they did to their original owners.
News from America that little Tater went home from hospital on Wednesday and is doing very well.
Received an invitation yesterday to join friends to see Cirque Du Soleil in May - but I have declined - I did hesitation and hover, but acrobatic things don't really do much for me - I guess I will be sorry I didn't go but - that's life.
I have so many things I could be doing this afternoon - and yet I somehow think it may be an afternoon of reading - I have just had lunch - a lovely ham and salad wrap - yummy. One job I must do is prepare my medications for the coming week - I have trouble believing another week has come around.
Tomorrow I am going to a Rose Planting Ceremony here in Adelaide as an opening event to Organ Donor Awareness week which starts tomorrow. There are lots of functions on this week all over Australia and one is the release of an eBook and this is the link for the book.
My story is on page 63-64 and there are stories of other Transplant friends throughout the book.
Be sure whoever you are, wherever you are to have this important conversation with your family and friends and to register your decision with the appropriate authority (in Australia is is Medicare at the following link.
(Check for your own country or state requirements.)
South Australia had 31 organ donors last year - I am sure we can do better than that. I was astounded when I read this knowing that so many people die while on the register waiting for an organ.
How very blessed I was - my wait was only 8 weeks.
Sitting on this beautiful cool afternoon with nice coffee and writing to you brings me joy - doesn't matter when you get to read it - I am glad you do read and visit often. Leave me a message some time so I know you were here.
With a happy and thankful heart I will say cheerio to you for now - I will be back again soon to share more of my days.
Love and hugs,
1 comment:
Sounds so beautiful. Its been so hot here on the eastern side of the nation. Some of my favourite clothes are those than have been pre-loved. xxxJanis
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