October 13, 2009

a list

:: lunch and meandering with a dear, dear friend. time stands still when i'm with her even though we talk about her children.
:: hopeful phone calls (prayers are appreciated)
:: red apples on my desk in a blue dish
:: graceful oak leaves, whimsical grape leaf and perhaps a tiny elm leaf
:: the spider packed up her web and left for parts unknown
:: warm slippers on my feet with a sandwich for dinner, simplicity
:: anticipation of a better night's sleep
:: the last piece of apple crostata (warmed) topped with lemon ice cream
:: a new book in my purse, courtesy of a friend - a voucher for $25 in traded books in my purse. perhaps a shopping trip tomorrow?
:: the first cool day of this fall - gray overcast and dark but for some reason i don't mind.
:: pulled out the makings for chili to put in the slow cooker for tomorrow. i love chili.
:: clean sheets and a full night.
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37 comments:

  1. t does woolOctober 13, 2009 at 7:30 PM

    a perfect list,Char...
    I am fond of them myself...but this one is perfect.
    and I hope you get to shop...and I will say a prayer.

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  2. christinaOctober 13, 2009 at 8:09 PM

    yes, prayers already sent.
    a new book? lovely.
    xo

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  3. LynOctober 13, 2009 at 8:46 PM

    Wonderful list ... perfect idea to make the best of all comfort foods -- chili. I often include clean sheets and a comfy sleep in my silent gratitude journal that I murmur as I doze off ... I'll include you in my prayers tonight Char.

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  4. CarolineOctober 13, 2009 at 8:50 PM

    What a wonderful list...good things, Char!

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  5. JoanneOctober 13, 2009 at 8:57 PM

    I love lists, especially to-do lists, neatly organizing my intent, my thoughts. Your list is chock full of goodness. (Like thank goodness the spider's gone).

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  6. amy and annOctober 13, 2009 at 8:58 PM

    A wonderful list and comments. Sleep well.
    your series of apples are beautiful.

    ann

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  7. DaniOctober 13, 2009 at 9:03 PM

    i think your list makes me want to hang out at home tomorrow with slippers, something warm to eat and a book. your list is delightful and warm!

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  8. ChrisOctober 13, 2009 at 9:36 PM

    What a lovely list...made me smile :)

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  9. kat evansOctober 13, 2009 at 10:09 PM

    I need to get back into
    doing lists. Thanks for
    the reminder. ;o)

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  10. GailOOctober 13, 2009 at 10:51 PM

    Yes, I love lists like this too...and doesn't everything look better in a blue bowl for some reason? All good thoughts are sent your way:)

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  11. kate iOctober 13, 2009 at 11:31 PM

    "the last piece of apple crostata (warmed) topped with lemon ice cream"...mmm...this sounds heavenly!

    I find there's something very comforting about the very act of making a list and I love yours because it finds the blessings in the everyday moments. So often we forget to do that because we're all so busy waiting for that one great big blessing to show up.

    Prayers and positive thoughts are winging their way to you Char.

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  12. leacaOctober 14, 2009 at 1:23 AM

    I always love a good list.

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  13. CandiOctober 14, 2009 at 2:07 AM

    My prayers are with ya lovely lady! :)

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  14. AnonymousOctober 14, 2009 at 4:40 AM

    all good things...
    good to catch up with you :)

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  15. SusanOctober 14, 2009 at 7:20 AM

    Even your lists paint a picture, dear Char....hopeful wishes are being sent up from here

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  16. Shining WindowsOctober 14, 2009 at 7:23 AM

    what a lovely list. i would have half those items on a list of mine, but then that's why i love your blog.

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  17. AnonymousOctober 14, 2009 at 8:00 AM

    A nice list Char, slow cooked meals, slippers and friends... p.s. am praying for your friend.

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  18. CoraOctober 14, 2009 at 9:34 AM

    It's nice to have a list.....
    makes us appreciate the little things!

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  19. Cindy October 14, 2009 at 9:37 AM

    Char I love your list, prayers sent to you. I hope you get a new book. take care.

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  20. Cedar ...October 14, 2009 at 9:53 AM

    That list would be a great day for me. sending you all kinds of good and strong thoughts,...

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  21. ~h~October 14, 2009 at 10:19 AM

    You've summed up so many things I love about fall. But the spider...the spider caught me the most somehow. :)

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  22. RobinOctober 14, 2009 at 11:21 AM

    Now all I want is my warm slippers and my pjs.

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  23. Laurel J.October 14, 2009 at 11:31 AM

    A lovely, intriguing list, Char! At first I thought I'd say it has the makings of a short story or a novel, but on further consideration I think it might just be a complete piece of poetry as it stands.

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  24. spread your wingsOctober 14, 2009 at 12:22 PM

    oh i'm liking this list.
    chili sounds good for tonight. with apple crostata for dessert. um yum yes that's it. sold

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  25. PunaOctober 14, 2009 at 1:42 PM

    You sure know how to build a list of the most important things.

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  26. drollgirlOctober 14, 2009 at 4:38 PM

    what a great list! all good things. well done!

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  27. Brenda PruittOctober 14, 2009 at 5:05 PM

    I like your list. It involves all the simple things that make up life, and that make us content. Spray lavender on your pillowcase; supposed to help you sleep. Just a thought.
    Brenda

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  28. urbaNicheOctober 14, 2009 at 5:33 PM

    a new book...always love it!
    clean sheets and a full night..havent had that since 2008...i.e. since little N happened..:(
    enjoy your list

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  29. Sarah AnneOctober 15, 2009 at 2:09 AM

    A good list.

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  30. Memories Of MineOctober 15, 2009 at 7:54 AM

    we have cold spring weather here today so I made chili tonight.

    I really enjoyed reading your list.

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  31. Maria | Vintage SimpleOctober 15, 2009 at 8:05 AM

    Clean sheets and a good night's sleep. Sometimes it doesn't get any more perfectly simple than that, no?

    I hope that's what you got, dear.

    -maria

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  32. missysueOctober 15, 2009 at 11:18 AM

    such a beautiful list. thank you for sharing *hugs*

    love + luck + bliss,
    missysue xox

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  33. kathOctober 15, 2009 at 1:15 PM

    This is a beautiful list - I hope your phone call comes with the news you need to hear.
    I love chili too ;-)

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  34. We Blog ArtistsOctober 15, 2009 at 4:27 PM

    Love the list...I'm still on my Peach pie...
    With ice-cream...
    Sleep well.
    Char

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  35. JaimeOctober 17, 2009 at 10:57 AM

    It's such a crazy rainy foggy day today...perfect chili making weather. I found the best chili recipe about a month ago...and now I have this strange craving.

    :)

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  36. Denise | Chez DanisseOctober 19, 2009 at 9:30 AM

    Nice list. I love chili too, and today...I won't mind if it's gray.

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  37. Relyn LawsonOctober 27, 2009 at 9:32 PM

    Oh, your list. Sigh, sigh, sigh. You make me happy.

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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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