This week came and went, actually it flew by kind of like all the weeks are doing now. I would like to say I had wonderful adventures, and a glorious time hanging with all the beautiful people in the city, but I did not. Instead I had a week just running normal errands, seeing the folks I see on a regular basis, listening to music, reading, cleaning (minimally) and other fun stuff. In other words I was just my usual pretty boring self.
TheHub and I did sit down recently and make a list of things we need to get rid of, and we made a list of adventures we would like to have. Things may or may not happen as we planned, but I'm trying.
Saturday: We woke and did our usual running around, but this particular Saturday morning TheHub wanted to go out for breakfast. We do that about twice a year and it was so nice. I love coffee but there is something so much better about "restaurant" coffee. Maybe it is because every time the waiter passes he/she tops off the cup with steaming hot deliciousness.
We gave the Alabama football tickets to Son2, DIL2, and TGS so they stopped by for a few minutes to grab the parking pass. Any time I see them is a good day.
That night we watched the game on TV while munching on ball game snacks instead of a real dinner, which is always a treat.
Sunday: This was a traditional Sunday for us, but we did watch the LSU Florida State game on TV along with an episode of "Better Call Saul".
Monday: I had a couple of library books that were about to be due, which meant I had to do some serious reading, which is a huge joy! I know it was Labor Day and we should have done something but TheHub was at home and he needed some serious downtime to recharge his batteries. Does cooking a hamburger on the grill count as a celebration?
Tuesday: More reading was followed by some deep cleaning in the bedroom. Cleaning is not joyful to me, but the after effects are.
Wednesday: Besides having a wonderful phone conversation with my cousin S. the day was pretty ordinary. Cooking, cleaning, dusting . . . all the stuff I really do not like to do.
Thursday: We were invited to a pre-show reception of the works of a deceased Alabama artist, Thornton Dial. He was an untrained artist and created his works using found objects.
I am posting pictures of a few of my favorites. I was very happy there were some benches to sit and study some fo the pieces. He used everything From old socks, to little kids pop beads in his pieces and looking at some of them was like trying to find Waldo.
A small joy was actually having an occasion to get dressed a bit nicer than I normally do.
They had cocktails and finger foods, which neither of us had the hankering for at 6 pm. We passed on it and went out to eat afterward. Not cooking is another true joy.
Friday: I ran a few errands, dodged a storm or two then came home, had a lovely conversation with fellow blogger, Kim, fixed a simple dinner then we settled in for a "Better Call Saul" marathon, which is a true joy because TheHub does not usually like to watch more than one episode per day, of any series.
Small joys? Yes indeed! But joys, large and small, are out there if we just look for them.
May all your weeds be wildflowers,
Anne
Anything I want to do is okay to be called celebratory! Reading is much better than some celebrations.
ReplyDeleteReading is great isn't it!
DeleteWhere has the year gone? I loved your joys. And would have relished that art exhibit.
ReplyDeleteThe exhibit was fabulous. It is going to be here through early December so I imagine I will be going back and studying a couple of the pieces.
DeleteWe enjoyed "Better Call Saul" a lot. Your week sounded quite good to me. I am off to do some laundry and cleaning too...not my favourite thing to do, but it has to be done.
ReplyDeleteI know it is a necessity but it does not mean I ever have to like doing it
DeleteIt sounds like it was a good week, Anne, and I'm glad you found some daily joys. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks you Bless. They were small, but still joys.
DeleteOrdinary weeks are alright I'm my book. I'd love to go to a pre-event for an art exhibit. Our Vikings start today so I become either a football widow, or join in.
ReplyDeleteWhen we were first married I decided I would join in. When I had only sons, it was a good thing I had decided to enjoy it/
DeleteThat was a new-to-me song that spoke to me for sure. The art exhibit reminds me of things that are found at the American Visionary Arts Museum which displays the work of untrained artists. There are some very curious and amazing things there on display.
ReplyDeleteThe song is from the musical Ordinary Days. I like the entire cast recording.
DeleteI struggled with the heat the last week (yuck, gross, too hot), but we did have a few moments. Despite the work (& how long the parties went on for), it was lovely to see the boys & their friends laughing & having a great time at the pool parties. Due to COVID, it had literally been years. I'm so glad we made it happen.
ReplyDeleteOther joys: three great workouts (one Orange Theory class, two spin classes). I realize how much I enjoy workout classes with others, which is a reminder to myself to figure out my options, once I leave work & lose access to the spin classes.
I know watching the kids have fun using the pool with their friends was a lot of fun. I miss those days.
DeleteYes, cleaning isn’t joyful for me either, but the after effects are joyful. It’s like mowing the lawn and then sitting back on the porch swing and looking at how beautiful it is. Simple joys, they are the best.
ReplyDeleteSo true Belinda!
DeleteIt always amazes me what some folks can envision out of what to me is mostly trash. I'm not sure I'd appreciate the pieces but they definitely are different.
ReplyDeleteThe minute we walked into the exhibit TheHub looked at me looking at the works and said "I know you are going to love this". He knows me.
DeleteI need to clean. I would be so happy if my house were clean but I would have to clean for even a cleaner to come… lol. Bama won but my nerves with that game tho…..I had a terrible week, too much work wise,
ReplyDeleteand struggled with sleeping so much post Covid but hopefully next week is better! Cindy in the South
Usually the games do not bother me, but this one really unnerved me. Did you notice how gracious Sark was when he was talking about the chance Saben took with him and how grateful he is for it?
DeleteStark is classy and he has tremendous respect for Saban.
DeleteTo be honest I'm struggling with Better Call Saul. I like the main character and have watched maybe five episodes but nothing is calling me to sit down and keep watching - but then I know I'm hard to please. I also like that artist' work. We get quite a few "works of art" round here made of recycling or driftwood and I absolutely love it! I also like the idea of making a list of potential adventures. At the moment though, I just keep transferring my pretty much untouched list from one week to the next!
ReplyDeleteWell I am pretty sure I did not say anything about completing my lists! I am excellent at just changing the dates on anything I need to do.
DeleteI loathe housecleaning but find its somewhat enjoyable when I ask Alexa to play a favorite score. Loudly.
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day. Regine
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Likewise, Regine!
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