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How are things? It was just Christmas, right? This week has whisked by in the blink of an eye – or so it seems. Are you watching our Vlogmas videos? Find the latest one here: youtu.be/N25wijOxVTg?si=yasrsCJkFNwVpJPH I've been uber busy since the 19th, then I was on the road the 25-26th and back to our vacation stay, so it all kind of feels surreal. But I'm happy we are healthy and able to have these adventures. 2020 taught us not to take anything for granted. Okay I need to wash clothes and get to packing we are traveling again soon. I hope you had a wonderful week filled with joy and warmth, regardless of what you celebrate. See you at the airport~ This week I visited an old friend and while wandering around her home I noticed some of her collections and treasures. We had an interesting conversation about what we keep and why. Where do you draw the line between collecting and hoarding and how does one display their treasures? This picture doesn't do justice to the bottles she has on display, the sunlight from a near by window really set them off, as did the texture of the walls, painting and chest. The glass bottle collection became an art piece as a unit, making a statement besides the beauty of each textured bottle individually.
My mother collected postcards, glasses, shot glasses and many other things. She kept most of her treasures boxed up, which always felt a little sad to me. It seemed like a waste. Why collect something that you couldn't admire, touch or interact with? I seem to collect gems stones, jewellery and of course books! Soon my collections will have a new home and I'm so excited! What do you collect and why? How do you manage it? Let me know, I need ideas! Have a great weekend~ I can almost see the weekend from here.
But there is something more building. It feels like a big change is right around the corner. Are you feeling it too? “When the winds of change blow, some people build walls and others build windmills.” — Chinese Proverb Speak soon~ In today's video I'm on a mission to find the Texas fishermans monument in Palacios, Texas.
Can we do it before the storm blows in? Have you ever had one of those days when everything is going just fine, and then suddenly, it takes an unexpected turn? Well, Monday was one of those days. My adventure began with a simple plan: After a long day of work I wanted to bake some delicious stuffed jalapeños to snack on as I caught up on emails, texts and messages. I had everything ready, from the tofu, (it was drained and pressed,) to the jalapeño peppers. But when I reached for the peppers, I found only one lonely jalapeño remaining. Where did the other nine disappear to? It was a tragic culinary mystery! In moments of doubt, I believe in going with the flow and embracing spontaneity. So, I decided to scrap the jalapeno recipe and improvise. I grabbed some breadcrumbs and coated the tofu, I also added a few spices and off we went to the air fryer. I air-fried the tofu until it turned golden brown and crispy. Admittedly, I should have pressed the tofu a bit longer, but it turned out surprisingly well. Just as I was about to tuck into my tofu creation, there was another twist in store. The power went off, which was a surprise as it was a sunny afternoon. No storms or even any rain on the horizon. As I sat eating my tofu by candle light, I couldn't help but think about the simple pleasures of life and what we take for granted. For instance, electricity? Don't get me wrong, I wasn't worried, the cozy cottage was well-stocked with an abundance of candles, matches, lighters, etc. It was a pleasant weather and I had plenty of fruit and snacks to eat without cooking, but it was still an unexpected occurrence. Actually the thought of a slow, candlelit evening brought a smile to my face. My trusty Mac had a fully charged battery that should last for six hours, ensuring I had a source of light and entertainment. On the other hand, my cellphone and the all-important mobile hotspot were hanging on with less than 10% battery. However, the idea of being disconnected from the online world felt like a welcome respite. After numerous work meetings this week, I was grateful for this brief break, even if it meant sitting in the dark. Could this be a message to slow down? As I settled into the stillness of the darkened cottage, I contemplated the beauty of simplicity and a quiet evening. This was probably just what I needed to recharge and rest. It was during this moment that the power suddenly came back on. In retrospect, this unexpected power outage turned out to be a valuable reminder to unplug and rest. It reminded me of the importance of taking a break from the constant chaos of the digital world and appreciating the simple things in life. So, while the day didn't go as planned, it was a reminder that sometimes the unexpected can bring us the most valuable insights.
I hope you have a great day, full of unexpected twists and valuable lessons! On Saturday, October 14, 2023, we watched the 'Ring of Fire' annular eclipse as it made its journey across the United States. Our chosen location? The gulf coast of course! I made some snacks and off we went to claim our spot for the watch party. We ate, chatted with friends and watched the wildlife as the sky become darker and darker. The light changed as the eclispe progressed but didn't go fully dark. It was an odd feeling as the light changed from a "normal morning" to a murky twilight. You can see the difference in the light quality in these pictures taken as the eclipse was happening. All of this happend midmorning for us in South Texas. The next annular solar eclipse over North America won't be until 2046. So we were very happy to be able to watch this event. My son built a special viewing device so we were able to safely watch, but it didn't allow for taking picture. But what we saw through the device looked very much like the picture above. Across town on another stretch of private beach there was an elaborate wedding taking place. I drove around and saw tons of people gathered to watch and just be together all over town. There were many family parties and get-togethers. It felt like a celebration all around us. I'm so glad we were able to watch this magical event. Thanks for reading and wherever you are in the world, I hope you have a wonderful week.
Speak soon! And the rains are back!
The Rainy days, cooler vibes, and Gulf breeze are leaving me so inspired. I'm so ready to celebrate October. After all the heat and the drought I really didn't think the crepe myrtle would bloom. (When we were here last year they were very pretty.) But here it is September and they are blooming again. I went out early to have coffee on the deck and was surprised by their beauty. I'm not sure what all the light refractions are, but they are pretty too, in their own way.
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