I'm running with it

Happy Sunday from Kansas, where my very brief "rose season" has commenced. I cut these earlier in the week. 

Here is what they look like today. Colors fading, still lovely and fragrant.  

These were snipped this morning while I was sitting out back, having coffee, contemplating what the day would bring. Thinking about Dottie and Christy flying home from Maui today. Chatting with brother on FaceTime. Enjoying videos of Sister's new kit kats - Iris and Otto. Oh what a pair. 

It's hard to believe my part-time gig has been in place for 2 months now. I stepped right into the new routine and haven't looked back. More time each week to do whatever ...  is hard to beat. When I go to work, I continue to feel in synch with the work flow and don't wish I was retired. This balance feels right.  I am enjoying the morning commute sunrises right now, which are the very best at the end of May and first part of June. 

I just finished Olive, Again by Elizabeth Strout. An enjoyable read, and just like the first book, Olive Kitteridge, it's an interesting format - interacting with the main character from her own perspective but also the perspectives of others. Excellent for reading a chapter or two before bed. I picked this up months ago from a free library in Lawrence. Going to put it back there this week. 

My sewing machine got taken to the shop for it's annual physical since it hasn't had one since 2017. Where does the time go? It's funny when you can't do something how you want to do it even more than usual. While I was scrolling through instagram earlier today I saw a photo about a red and white quilt exhibit up in Lincoln Nebraska that is calling my name. Must investigate. The Joanna S. Rose Red & White Collection here's a link if you are interested and in the area. 

Dianthus have been harvested, and I also took advantage of my friend Pam's invitation to get some of her peonies this week.

Spring feels extra good this year. At least it does today. Which is what we are given so I'm running with it.

Comments

[Linda Watson]

"Which is what we are given so I'm running with it.". I think this is the greatest gift from these times, the fuller recognition of this.

Thanks for your lovely post. I look forward to reading them with my morning tea.

[Amy in Texas]

Beautiful flowers! And enjoy your new routine.

[Becky Haynes]

Enjoy your “between time.” It’s just what I did for 7 years before I fully retired from teaching. It was a perfect, precious time. I live in Lincoln and cannot recommend the red and white quilt show strongly enough! It’s breathtaking! If you want a tour guide let me know. One of the truly incredible things about the International Quilt Museum is that there are multiple shows and opportunities to enjoy and learn about quilts. It’s not a long drive….

[Carol]

Oh BeckyI thanks for your endorsement of the red and white quilt show! the prairie makers are discussing a date.

[Carol]

Linda and Amy: thanks for the nice comments.