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Monday Musings No. 161
Good morning friend, how was your weekend? Are you dragging from your missing hour of sleep? Or were you just so excited to “Spring ahead” you were not affected?
We had a low key weekend at home and it felt like it was much needed. Friday we watched movies at Bill made homemade ramen. Then Saturday it was in the 70’s so we cleaned up the yard from the recent wind storms and collected 2 40 gallon garbage cans of pinecones.
My sister and her husband came for the first cook out of the season and we sat outside laughing, talking and enjoying the beautiful weather.
Sunday it was back to chilly weather. After church and lunch with my sister we spent the day inside reading and relaxing. It’s funny because in the past I would cram my Sunday with all sorts of catch up work and then Monday morning I was exhausted and felt as if I hadn’t had a weekend.
Over the past few months we have decided that Sunday is for family and rest, we do not work or do anything around the house, we cook, bake, read, watch movies, walk, bike and just enjoy life. I can’t recommend it enough.
Tell me how you spend your Sunday?
Next up 5 Things!
1. Read~The Gilder
Set against the exquisite backdrop of Florence, Italy, The Gilder is a compelling and beautifully wrought novel of secrets, friendship, betrayal, and the simple choices that change us forever. . .
In Marina Nesmith’s skilled hands, even the most tarnished picture frame or objet d’art can be made perfect once again. Her life, too, seems flawless, at least on the surface. But more and more, Marina is conscious of what she lacks–someone to share her joys and sorrows with, confidence in the decisions she’s made, and the courage to tell her teenage daughter, Zoe, the truth about her father.
Then Marina is invited to return to Florence, where she lived years before while learning her trade as a gilder. In those heady days, she wandered the city’s picturesque streets, marveling at the masterpieces in the Duomo and the Pitti Palace. In the church of Santa Croce, she met Thomas, an American photographer who, along with his wife Sarah, introduced Marina to a thrilling, bohemian world of art and beauty. Through them, she also learned about love, lies, and the way one mistake can multiply into many. Now, as her past and present collide, Marina will finally have to move beyond the intricate veneer she’s crafted around herself, and find the life that she–and Zoe–have been looking for.
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2. Watched~Homeworthy
If you enjoy moody interior design and beautiful art this video is for you, it features four designers and their beautiful spaces.
3. LINKS: READ+WATCH+LISTEN
I Wrote ‘Maid.’ Six Years Later, I Hired House Cleaners
He’s Using Autism as a Defense for a Capital Murder. It Might Work.
32 Free Things to Do to Make the Most of Your Summer Travels
How to Quit Caffeine without Becoming a Miserable Person
The great American classic we’ve been misreading for 100 years.
Gene Hackman’s Dangerous Smile
How prescription drugs get their names
4. SHOPPING BREAK~OUTFIT OF THE DAY
The classics never go out of style. If you are looking for a beautiful dress to add to your closet that you will wear again and again, this navy and blue dress is perfect. For a traditional look pair it with navy pumps, sling back sandals, or ballet flats.
If you want to add a pop of color wear yellow, red or fuchsia shoes or bag or a colorful scarf. A cardigan or jacket is a must at this time of the year so don’t forget to layer.
`5. IN CASE YOU MISSED IT THIS WEEKEND
Saturday I joined Kim, Juliet is taking a break, for Weekend Meanderings, I shared the Masterpiece, Miss. Austen, Leah Lane, Mulberry Lane, International Women’s Day, Helena Traill and more on Weekend Meanderings.
THAT’S ALL FOR NOW
Have a great day friends, thank you for spending part of your day with me I hope that you enjoyed Monday Musings.
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