Thought of the week – The most appealing daily schedule

“The most appealing daily schedule I know is that of a turn-of-the-century Danish aristocrat. He got up at four and set out on foot to hunt black grouse, wood grouse, woodcock, and snipe. At eleven he met his friends, who had also been out hunting alone all morning. They converged “at one of these babbling brooks,” he wrote.

He outlined the rest of his schedule. “Take a quick dip, relax with a schnapps and a sandwich, stretch out, have a smoke, take a nap or just rest, and then sit around and chat until three. Then I hunt some more until sundown, bathe again, put on a white tie and tails to keep up appearances, eat a huge dinner, smoke a cigar and sleep like a log until the sun comes up again to redden the eastern sky.

This is living … Could it be more perfect?”

~ Annie Dillard, as read on https://jamesclear.com/3-2-1/may-25-2023

~ Image: https://www.liveforthehills.com/toursblog/pride-prejudice-tours-now-available 

Autumn [Poem of the Week]

I look outside my window and see the leaves
Changing color, one by one trickling to the ground.
Fall. It's in my grasp. My favorite season, the one I long for.
I take a deep breath. The crisp, cool, clean air tickles my nose.
I think back to when I was little, sitting in my grandma's kitchen,              watching her bake.
The aroma of fresh apple pie wafting through the air.

My mind wanders off
To caramel apples with my mom.
The sweet, golden, caramel sticks to my lips
As the sour apple crunches in my mouth.

Then the image of a bonfire flashes into my mind.
Sitting with my sister on a teetering log,
Roasting marshmallows, watching them engulf in flames.
We bite into the s'more as the chocolate melts onto our bare hands. 

My imagination deviates off to a hay ride.
The scratchy straw surrounds me
As I meander my way up through the maze of pumpkins.
All eyes are open to see who can spot the perfect one,
The one that we will take back home and make our own.

The once so near sight of summer has begun to fade.
Splashing waters have turned to cheering crowds at football games
And the giggles and screams
Of trick-or-treaters frolicking in the street.

My mind takes me back to reality,
And I look out my window once again.
Red, yellow, and orange hues flood my vision.
I can't help but smile
Because fall is finally here.

Sources:

• poem by Aleyna, https://www.familyfriendpoems.com/poem/autumn-7
• image from https://www.publicdomainpictures.net/en/view-image.php?image=13424&picture=autumn-leaves&large=1

Monthly Oracle Forecast for September

Greetings all!
 
What is your take on horoscopes, manifestations, and Oracle card readings? 

I personally love messages from any source that are positive and uplifting. That is why I want to share with you an email from Colette Baron-Reid with her monthly September forecast. What is not to like about the message “Hope is on the rise”?!

 
“Your Oracle Forecast for September is here, and this month brings a welcome shift: a softening of energy, a leveling out, and the quiet return of hope.

…The heart of this month’s reading, is The Emergence of Hope.

That’s right. Hope is on the rise.

After a whirlwind summer, we’re finally catching our breath. September offers a moment to pause, reflect, and ask ourselves:

What is the most beautiful potential for my life?
What dream wants to take root now that the dust has started to settle?

This month invites you to reclaim your vision and reconnect with your divine partnership, to step back into alignment with what’s true for you. When we live in alignment with our authentic, inspired selves, we naturally begin to serve others from a fuller place.”
 
Colette is book writer and a creator of multiple Oracle decks.  Below is the link if you want to try a card reading! 

https://www.colettebaronreid.com/resources/pick-a-card/

Colette says, “Oracle and tarot cards are an ancient way to receive spiritual guidance. Ask a question and think of your question as you scroll through the cards. Select a card for some helpful insight on your next steps.” 

I hope you get an interesting and a positive insight! What did you think? Drop me a line!

Selection of Comics from Dave Clamp

 

Source (and more!): https://pleated-jeans.com/2024/12/12/funny-single-panel-comics-dave-clamp/

Fall Sangria

Greetings all! 

Can you believe it is already September? This sweet and fruity sangria is a perfect way to bid farewell to summer!

Image and recipe from https://www.totalwine.com/cocktail-recipes/fall-sangria 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Brandy
• 2 bottles dry red wine
• 2 cups club soda
• 1 cup orange juice
• 1 cup cranberry juice
• 1 cup simple syrup
• 1 orange, thinly sliced
• 1 apple, halved and thinly sliced 

Instructions:

• Whisk together all ingredients but fruit and club soda in a large pitcher.
• Add fruit and refrigerate overnight.
• Add club soda when ready to serve and stir gently.
• Serve over ice. 

Bon Appetit! Let me know how you like it!