Here are a few of my favorite things.....
- A clean house. Ah, the smell of a clean house, nothing beats that (grin). Wierd, I know. Even more strange, it is tied to my feeling of well-being, that sense you have deep inside of all being well in your world. It might have to do with my childhood and the fact that my mother kept a clean and orderly home. Last week I had to let my housecleaner go, she just wasn't doing a good job. Besides which she broke a favorite Raku glass. Am I disappointed that I had to let her go? Not really. In a "sick" sort of way, I am looking forward to doing some house cleaning. I find it very therapeutic. And no, I am not coming over to clean your place.
- Early morning coffee. It is not just the coffee you know. It is sitting on my lanai, when it is still cool outside. Listening to the birds, enjoying the flowers and plants, watching the little lizard play hide and seek in the pot. Smelling the wonderful coffee.... Now hubby will tell you that I do not drink coffee. I drink a mixture of coffee and chicory - a very mild instant coffee that he scoffs at. But then, I am not really a coffee drinker. I just love the ritual.
- The surprise of dinner. Hubby cooks every night. I never know what he is cooking. So, every day I have something to look forward to. Sometimes he tells me what is on the menu and other times I have to wait until dinner. Regardless, the anticipation is refreshing and fun. Every night I tell him, "this is the best meal yet". He just laughs and says, "you always say that, honey". Well, what can I say, I am at a loss for words, especially when my mouth is full.
- The unexpected phone call from a friend. It is terrific to hear from old and new friends. More so when I least expect it. The sharing, exchanging and connecting is something I value greatly. It leaves a positive glow, long after the conversation has ended.
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Well if my hubby cooked every night - it wouldn't be a surprise. It would be macaroni every night - it's the only thing he knows how to make! LOL
I agree with you re the clean house- I can focus better if my surroundings are neat and organized. And its tea (chai) for me, the morning cup is all important as is the afternoon cup ;)
I love fresh baked zucchini bread and a cup of Chai on a sunny Sunday morning.
I don't know what a clean house smells like, but it sounds lovely. :o)
Thanks for sharing your favorite things! My hubby made breakfast for me this very first time today and I was over the moon.. :) If only it's EVERYDAY :)
Hmmm. Some of my favorite things... Definitely going to sleep to the sound of rain and thunder. Getting to about 5pm and knowing I accomplished all I set out in a day, and have a night to relax. Or when my wife gets it into her head to look up recipes and try something new and exciting for dinner (I can share that one with you, she's a great cook!)
How come you don't sell your artwork? I think it is beautiful.
Thanks for sharing folks, what fun:)
Robert, I do sell my paintings at art shows and through my website. I just don't sell it on Etsy. I exhibit at about 10 juried art shows a year, mostly in Florida:)
That's a gorgeous painting! My kittens are currently two of my favorite things!
Lovely painting! I don't have any favorite things right now. Lots of transitions, some unpleasant, but hopefully, all will be made good. Loved your list though!
So sorry to read you let your house cleaning lady go. Here I was going to ask you to clean my house, but you mentioned you would not. I'm glad you have your husband to cook. I can barely get mine to do that. I like warm sunny days to be near the water or in it. I love chocolate.
I bet you can guess what my favorite thing is (well she's not really a "thing" at all), Carmella! She is so soft and snuggly!
Aside from her, I love meals I don't have to cook myself too. I don't have a hubby, but going out to eat is a nice feeling, especially when it's a food I really love.
Bead shows are up there at the top too (it helps when I have enough money to buy something great).
Spending quality time with friends is also wonderful.
Oh, I totally missed that link! I'm looking at it now, great artwork!!
I LOVE a clean house. My husband cooks for me quite a bit too - and I love his cooking.
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