...the snow is gone. Melted away with the warmish sunshine that we've been blessed with these past couple of days. People are so much happier now! You can see it in their faces and in the way they walk. Me too.
And here inside, I'm keeping all things light and springy close at hand. Pretty valentine roses from my sweetheart.
Summery aprons I've been crafting, sighing over the warm days ahead out among the vegetables. And afternoons canning and cooking with the kitchen windows open.
Stitching up some fabric and ribbon flowers. Really, I cherish these days too. These times of thawing and anticipation. It's all part of what makes life so beautiful.
Was reading an article by Kris Carr in Natural Health magazine yesterday and love these words that make me want to wrap my arms around life and give it a great big hug...
"Life is complicated, gorgeous, staggering and wild.
Let your hair down and ride it bareback."
Right?! And that life is passing me by while I'm sitting here in front of this screen. I'm heading outside to soak up some sun and breathe in big gulps of fresh, cool country air.
Until we meet again...
Good morning..this was such a lovely post..as you do so often.. You are like a breath of fresh air..you must have a really peaceful soul. Somehow when I read your blog and the quote you have chosen......it just sets the day right.
Thank you for this...
Ox
Dagmar
Posted by: Dagmar Leuenberger-Swift | 15 February 2011 at 08:49
Beautiful roses Rebecca, I love how you processed the image.
The quote is wonderful.
Enjoy the warmth of your beautiful day- is there anything more divine than the scent of spring making it's way past winter?
Will you be selling your pretty aprons? :-)
Posted by: Lorraine Lewis | 15 February 2011 at 10:39
Beautiful roses!! It's melting here also, but not all gone yet--but the sun is shining!!
Posted by: Janet Ghio | 15 February 2011 at 11:46
Gorgeous roses. I got red ones . Love the aprons. I think I have tea towels a lot like those in my linen closet. You've inspired me to get them out (iron?)...
Posted by: Georgene Lockwood | 15 February 2011 at 12:09
Everything is so beautiful! And your roses are lovely!
Posted by: Suzette | 15 February 2011 at 12:29
Beautiful aprons...
Our snow is melting ever so slowly.
Maybe after the warmer days later this week, we will begin to see our sidewalks again.
Posted by: Dawn | 15 February 2011 at 13:06
Thank you. I needed those words today!
Posted by: Kathy | 15 February 2011 at 13:22
What an awesome quote! Lots of great inspiration...esp. love the colors/textures in those ribbon flowers. I found myself wanting "to pet" that velvet one... Xo, Sue
Posted by: Sue@MyArtsDesire | 15 February 2011 at 14:19
What a beautiful way to start my day by reading your post. I adore those aprons and that quote made me stop breathing, just for a second before running outside to soak up the sun.
Love me :-)
Posted by: Tracey Holdyk | 15 February 2011 at 18:06
Yes, yes, ride it bareback, love that. Your pictures,posts and creations are just a warm bath and a lavendar candle burning to my computer screen.
Ahhhhhhhhhh.
Posted by: Robin Thomas | 15 February 2011 at 19:49
Sounds heavenly:)
Posted by: Leah C | 16 February 2011 at 10:57
Love your roses and I can smell the crisp linen scent of your aprons! Spring is busting through the doors with crocus poking their little heads out of the earth! Happy day Sweet Rebecca!
Posted by: Julie B. | 16 February 2011 at 17:15
beautiful photos as always! xo natalea
Posted by: natalea | 16 February 2011 at 17:53
everytime i visit your blog, i feel like i'm 12 again, sitting in my gramma's sunny kitchen, with skinned knees and chocolate cake. (and let me tell you, i haven't been 12 in a very long time) that's what you do for me. i appreciate you much. you are like blogeopathic blood pressure medicine.
deb in kodiak.
Posted by: deb christensen | 16 February 2011 at 17:54
Oh, that quote! Fantastic!
Posted by: Alisa | 17 February 2011 at 10:48
all so lovely, Rebecca.
Posted by: charlotte | 18 February 2011 at 07:43
B-r-e-a-t-h-i-n-g all of that in. Just came indoors and can still smell the freshness. My heart resonates with all of your post Rebecca. The anticipation is growing:) Lovely, slow weekend to you! XOXO
Posted by: Cherie Wilson | 18 February 2011 at 11:14
Beautiful aprons and flowers! Wish you a pleasant weekend /Therese
Posted by: linnea-maria | 19 February 2011 at 14:46
Love the ribbon flowers! Soooo pretty.
xo,
Sena
Posted by: Sena Garrett | 19 February 2011 at 22:03
Rebecca... I came upon your blog... by accident??? I think not, God doesn't make mistakes. Very touched about the Haiti by Hand and am now a follower and prayer partner. Thank you for being a vessel unto the Lord. Your blog is so inspirational. thank you, and know that you are also in my prayers :)
Sister in the Lord
Toni
Posted by: Toni | 23 February 2011 at 19:19
i always LOVE reading your blog. you inspire me to be both reative and brave.
thank you.
cindy
Posted by: cindy | 24 February 2011 at 09:56
Your roses are so beautiful! And I love the aprons you've crafted. I'm dreaming of spring, but winter is still blasting us here in Indiana. They are predicting another 7-10 inches of snow and ice starting tonight and going into tomorrow. As much as I love each season for different reasons, I'm ready to move past winter and into springtime. Blessings to you!
Posted by: Patricia | 24 February 2011 at 17:55
I just revisited your blog even though it's listed as a blog I heart on my blog, it had been a while. I'm reminded of the heart warming content and precision with your words... not to mention exquisite photographs... and that amazing quote! Plus, I love the pieces you submitted to Artifacts. I want to take blogging lessons from You! xo
Posted by: jocelyn hession | 05 March 2011 at 07:41
I am glad I found your blog. I am in NYC and I love it, but reading your blog made me wish for a quieter life in the country. I can't fathom fresh eggs and sewing aprons. So lovely. I was touched about the Thistle company and that they pray for the recipient. It is just such a beautiful spirit.
Posted by: winnie | 05 April 2011 at 13:46