Now - A Daybook

"Forever is composed of nows."

- EMILY DICKINSON

NOW

- TODAY

It's still early, though perhaps late compared to the time I usually rise.  For reason's I can't really explain I've noticed I'm starting to sleep in a little later, usually rising around 6:00, though a few days I've lingered until 6:30. Today is Memorial Day, which in our home is always the official start of summer. I'm hoping to linger and bask in every precious day of summer this year, and I look forward to sharing some of those here, with you!

NATURE

- NATURE/WEATHER

A slow, steady rain fell throughout the night, and more is predicted later today. Though I suppose I would prefer a bit of sunshine on this day, it doesn't really matter. Our plans are pretty minimal and not too weather dependant. Were it a typical Monday I'd be knee-deep in cleaning something.  Rainy days almost always have this affect on me. But not today.

NOURISH

- COOKING / BAKING

Hot dogs and potato salad are on the menu today, our traditional menu to kick off the summer! 

NESTING

-HOMEKEEPING/SEASON KEEPING

After spending much of the past six weeks treating and recovering from a pinched sciatic nerve, I'm finally beginning to resume my regular homekeeping routines. Typically I'm a bit lax during the summer months, and while I am going to take things slow  (my left leg is still a bit weak), there are some things that need my attention. I spent part of the day last Friday making lists and mapping out a plan and I hope to get started on that tomorrow.  Hopefully by the end of the season everything will be back to normal.

NURTURE

-THE IMAGINATION WITH BOOKS, READING, MUSIC, EDUCATION

I've decided to spend some time this summer re-reading some books from my childhoold and my girls homeschool days. I started Gone Away Lake by Elizabeth Enright last week and I'm really enjoying it.

I recently added a few songs to my Ordinary Days of Small Things Playlist, which is a compilation of some of favorite oldies! I listen to this frequently when I'm cleaning house. I also came across this Memorial Day Playlist with some great songs from yesteryear to celebrate the day!  I think I'll put it on in a little while and have it playing in the background today!

NESTLE
-COZY CRAFTS/GUILTY PLEASURES/COMFORTS/MOVIES and TV

My husband took me to see Are You There God, It's Me Margaret? yesterday, and I absolutely loved it!  I vividly remember reading the book when I was probably 10-11, and as best as I can remember, the movie was very true to the book.  If you grew up in the 70's, like I did, and read the book, I highly recommend the movie.  You won't be disappointed. I might add it to my summer re-reading list!

And with that, I hear my family beginning to move about which means it's time to start thinking about breakfast and making plans for the day!  I hope you all have a lovely Memorial Day and a beautiful start to the summer season!

Until then,
Kim

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