Monday, October 19, 2009

Autumn Inspiration

We are sick. Again. It feels like this happens every October, and I really dread it. But I'm trying to stay positive, so I'll focus on the things that October brings that I enjoy:

Pumpkins.

Sumptuous moss.

Jewel toned leaves.

Raindrops suspended in webs.

Apples.

Flannel sheets.

Looking inward

Knitting.

Soup.





Really it's a longer list than any reader would have the attention for. But it's good to remember a few of them when I'm feeling lonely from our quarantine.
Bronwyn and I went out for some air yesterday. There was a break in the rain and we really needed to breathe. We didn't go far, but even around our house we saw many of the lovely things that I love this time of year. I don't have the energy for creating right now, so I'll share with you some pictures that I took on our walk.





6 comments:

picciolo said...

oh I do hope you all feel better soon. I love that last photo of the leaves, the colours are glorious
: )

Colleen MacDonald said...

Thanks! I'm on the mend, but my little punkin' is just in the thick of it. Poor dear.

Jenni said...

bummer! I'm sorry she's having to go through the middle of a crummy illness. Ick. These pictures are beautiful. The colors!

Spacejams Vintage said...

take care of yourself and little pumpkin =))
Best wishes to both of you..
An you are so right about Fall inspirations!

Unknown said...

You're such a good mom. All my little ones are out on their own and I miss those times of taking care of their down times. So hard to comfort long distance :-) On the other hand, when they grow up they share great things for when Mom is feeling down. Rachel just gave me a wonderful African Peanut Soup recipe which may possibly be the best soup I've ever tasted. Or maybe it was because she was here visiting and made it for us :-) Hope your little one is better soon!

Colleen MacDonald said...

I LOVE African Peanut soup! And I have to say that soup and coffee *almost* always tastes better when made for you by a loved one...all that good ju-ju just makes it so much better.

Thanks for the lovely comments, my friends, It really lifts me up.