November 24, 2010

rain (24/30)

rain makes the flowers grow which in turn gives us beauty to sustain us through the dark times....like fall.  though this shot was taken on a beautiful sunny day, on dreary days like today - i remind myself that rain falls for a reason...to nourish, to wash away...to allow introspection or maybe just the sleepy morning.

today was spent preparing for tomorrow.  items were picked up, cleaning was done and the cooking has begun.  rain didn't stop us but allowed me the time to sit and make silly place cards for the table.  tomorrow is the time to gather.

as i prepare, i think about family and friends...and of course friends that seem like family.  they are like the rain - they nourish, heal...refresh - all wonderful things.  and when you need it - they allow introspection.

today's gratitude - i'm thankful for the cooler weather and rain...they make it seem like the holidays instead of the almost summer like weather we've been having with temperatures in the 80's.  i'm grateful for the rain that washes away the dust and dirt, leaving us with drenched reds and golds.  i count my blessings.

and to all of you...i hope you have the most beautiful of holidays - filled with joyous things that bring you peace, love and joy
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12 comments:

  1. CarolineNovember 24, 2010 at 10:25 PM

    I just love how you refer to friends like rain...they nourish and heal. Happy Thanksgiving...I am glad to call you a friend. xoxo

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  2. UnknownNovember 24, 2010 at 10:28 PM

    I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving, full of beautiful memories.

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  3. Relyn LawsonNovember 24, 2010 at 11:32 PM

    We have an unbelievable amount of rain, too. POURING! Here's hoping it will clear up tomorrow.

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  4. SusanNovember 25, 2010 at 3:27 AM

    We're being blessed with much needed rain here, too.

    Blessings to you and your family on this Thanksgiving, Char.

    ((hugs))
    Susan

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  5. Cindy November 25, 2010 at 3:39 AM

    Char have a truly wonderful Thanksgiving, I am so thrilled you are having weather in the eighties and a rain, I am thankful today the weather is warming here, only about minus 16 later in the day,,,that will feel warm to what we have been having. great days for us to enjoy the inside. love to you this day.

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  6. VioletSkyNovember 25, 2010 at 7:08 AM

    I stopped by to wish you a very happy Thanksgiving, Char.

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  7. christinaNovember 25, 2010 at 8:50 AM

    your words warm me on this chilly morning.
    happy thanksgiving, my dear friend.
    xoxo

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  8. KittyNovember 25, 2010 at 10:06 AM

    What a lovely post! Great picture! Have an amazing Thanksgiving!

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  9. AmyNovember 25, 2010 at 10:18 AM

    I am grateful for a rainy day ... AND I'm grateful for you! Happy Thanksgiving, my friend; may it be filled with all good things ...

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  10. UnknownNovember 25, 2010 at 10:29 AM

    Happy Thanksgiving Char! Hope you have a cozy happy one!

    xo Mary Jo

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  11. stephanieNovember 25, 2010 at 2:04 PM

    I hope you have a wonderful day today, Char! Thanks for the good reminder to be grateful for things that can sometimes feel annoying (we get so much rain here, but it's what makes the city so beautiful come springtime.)

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  12. bethNovember 25, 2010 at 8:29 PM

    i hope your thanksgiving day was beautiful....just like your heart.

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i feel as if each comment was between us as we sat and sipped something warm....i love to hear what you're thinking.

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