Wednesday, October 14, 2009

Fresh Perspective from a Little Time Away...

Isn't it wonderful to get away? Even with all that goes along with being the mom in charge of all the laundry, packing, reservations, tickets, schedules, etc. involved in taking a vacation (?), it is still a wonderful thing sometimes to just get that change of scenery.




The sunset over the water paints a picture more beautiful than words can describe. It is refreshing down to the very depths of the soul.




The reflection of these beautiful flowers along the shoreline says everything about the flowers' health and vigor... health that is largely due, I am sure, to the fact that their roots are constantly nourished and watered by the life of the spring by which they are planted.




The hollyhocks were seemingly so happy to greet us in their fine ruffled, flowing pink skirts.




Though we were definitely not in paradise, there were many beautiful things to feast our eyes upon. And, this gorgeous bird of paradise was no exception.

It brings to mind this quote from L.M. Montgomery's Anne of Green Gables:

"Isn't it splendid to think of all the things there are to find out about? It just makes me feel glad to be alive--it's such an interesting world. It wouldn't be half so interesting if we know all about everything, would it? There'd be no scope for imagination then, would there?"

A change of scenery often does bring that scope for the imagination and a renewed energy to tackle the day to day tasks waiting patiently at home for our return. Two weeks away has left me a lot of "day to day" to accomplish, but how wonderful that I have new scope for imagination to keep those tasks from being mundane.

9 comments:

  1. I missed you.
    I'm so glad you had a chance to recharge the batteries. It does make a difference.

    Your photo's are heavenly. It looks like paradise to me.

    hugs,
    Barb

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  2. It's true...being away from the daily routine, even briefly makes that routine almost a joy to get back to. Glad your trip refreshed you! :)

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  3. Glad you're back - you've been missed. It looks like you've had a wonderful time and are refreshed and ready for the days ahead.

    That photo of the bird of paradise was exceptional!

    Thanks for your encouragement.

    Lorrie

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  4. You are so right to regroup yourself,and so right about ,we are the ones to get it all together.Your pictures are amazing.The bird of paridise is just gorgeous.Thank you so much for stopping by.It was a fun post to do.XXOO Marie Antionette

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  5. Welcome back. We missed you!
    Hugs,
    Cheryl

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  6. Hi Christie, glad you enjoyed your time away...thanks for sharing the pretty photos.

    Ruth

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  7. Glad refreshment came your way. Looking forward to what will flow out from this season.

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  8. Hello Christi! I was wondering when or if you got back.- I havn't seen you post on the site for so long. Will you be home now for a while? I need to mail your package,& was waiting to hear back that you will be there to recieve/sign for it.{I didnt want it laying there with no one home.} They do that sometimes.-

    Your photos are lovely- looks so beautiful & restful! Love,valery

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  9. Beautiful blog and inspirations.

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