five (really) good things. right now.

1) The house is still clean! Which means the floor is clean. Which means I have space to dance. And this morning I did.*

2) A clean house means a clean kitchen. A clean kitchen means I want to cook. And, so I am. Using the veggies from our (new) organic delivery to make vegetable soup this evening.**

3) Currently on the counter of my clean kitchen, next to the veggies, are freshly delivered preserves. An anniversary gift from my dad that arrived today. Have I mentioned how much I adore peanut butter (or almond butter) and jelly sandwiches? Well, I really love them. I have been known to bring them to potlucks, and people smile when they see them and then talk about the good things of childhood.***

4) Along with the preserves came my delivery from Zappos. Am I the last person to explore the wonder that is zappos.com? Order them yesterday, arrive here today. Try them on and send back (for free) the pairs that don't fit. I bought another pair of these because they are like slippers. But, the other two didn't work, so I will be looking again.****

5) I am getting close to being done with my Christmas shopping. Deliveries are coming everyday lately. So fun to do most of it on etsy and other fantastic online shops...buying handmade is a lot easier than it might seem.*****

What are your five good things? Can you name five right now? Go ahead...I want to hear all about them.

*While listening to Marc Broussard sing "Home."
**Inspired by daisies, I am making it for Jon in the hopes that whatever illness latched on to him last night will decide to ease on down the road.
***Want to come over for a pb&j right now? We can have tea...
****I am looking for two kinds of shoes: a) a sneaker meets a comfortable walking shoe meets something really cute that can be worn with those low running socks. might try another style of keens as my mary janes can't quite pull that off. b) a sandal or sandal-like (and don't wear socks with) shoe that can be worn for walking long distances that is comfortable and doesn't rub (like tevas can) or need to be broken-in. oh. and i want them to be cute too. Any ideas/suggestions?
*****Current favorites I've found while looking for gifts:
these sachets
this print
these earrings (created by this blogger)
this ring
this stationery
this squid (created by this blogger)
these ipod cozies (i love mine!)
this scarf

Comments

[Sweet Petunia]

Thanks for stopping by my little blog. Love your new scarfs.

[vanessa]

I'm so glad you like your cover!

Isn't zappos great? I'm currently on the hunt for the perfect winter mary janes and I'm hoping zappos will come through!

[barbara]

Thanks for the prompt. It was good to stop and list what went right today.

[Lisa]

My 5 Things Are:

1. A warm home to protect us against the cold.
2. Healthy, furry cats who love us no matter what. And love to snuggle.
3. A Teavana package in the mail from my new friend Gail.
4. A new part-time job!
5. Having you, one of the coolest people I know, as a new friend and blogging partner! Your uniqueness and creativity never cease to astound me and make me smile. Wish I could be there to share in those amazing preserves and veggies with you.

Thanks for giving us a glimpse of your world today.

[pink sky]

my five
one...bagels with creamcheese and lox
two...a box of fabric scraps ready to go
three...ducks swimming outside my window
four...a calm quiet morning before
five...a full day or organizing and crafting :)

xo

[Liz]

Love your list! And I figure if I leave now, I could be there, oh around 9 tonight for pb&j's and mary jane shopping...

[daisies]

what fabulous links ... :) am thinking i need a few more stocking stuffers for myself, tee hee ...

i do think the soup totally fixed me up right as rain :) hope it works for Jon!!

i am a big peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, sunflower seed butter and jelly girl myself :)

hope your day is beautiful!! xox

[Maddie]

I love hemp butter and honey sandwiches ~ I love clotted cream
and blueberry jam on fresh baked
scones ~ I love fresh cut flowers ~
I love new journals and pens ~
and I love your blog!

[megg]

5 good things:
1. a trip to London this weekend
2. a trip to Canada SOON
3. it's bedtime!
4. a fresh journal
5. chai green tea.

[Rose]

Thanks for sharing the gift sites. I'm trying to buy handmade too; going to a Fair Trade thing tomorrow and hoping to have good luck there!

[bee]

1. this post made me very happy.

2. giving belly rubs to daisy.

3. going out for breakfast soon to read some plays.

4. the day off work. possibly tomorrow too (and i won't feel guilty).

5. school is finished!

p.s. i know you'll be very understanding, but i haven't been commenting as much lately because i've been a stress-monkey. but i'm here often & think of you lots when i'm not. (hug) have a great day.

[Colorsonmymind]

I love keen shoes and the first three things on your list just made me smile. For you are beautiful.

[gkgirl]

this is an awesome list...
sosososososososoooooo awesome.

[annie lockhart]

umm...let's see.
my 5 list...
#5...napping today was pure luxe!
#4...long talk with dear friend!
#3...my little granddaughter called telling me all about her new puppy...just like our "jack", tex...she named him yo-yo!
#2...taking the time to journal some tuggings in my heart & soul.
#1...finally being in my home...long month of being away.

[Boho Girl]

love the image of you dancing in your kitchen. ; )

thank you for the tip on iPod cozies. that's the perfect gift for my niece!

xo

[Maithri]

Yes! We should always find time for some dancin in the kitchen - table top or otherwise ;)

Ok my 5...

1) Listening to Van morrison on 'repeat' on long road trips

2) Unexpected laughter

3) The way the wind is singing to the leaves this summer morning

4) The roses in my mothers garden

5) Remembering to breathe,

Lotsa love,

Maithri

[Jane Poe (aka Deborah)]

My five good things ...

*a supportive husband
*the love of darling daughter
*days spent with my son that were happy - not sad
*darling older daughter finding her path
*a good team to work with

peace & love to you, liz. xx, JP/deb

[acumamakiki]

those I-pod cozies are divine - I could use one for mine and I'm glad that the mini (which is obsolete) is actually still there.

My 5 things:

1. it's snowing, really snowing
2. hot tea brewing
3. my girl singing
4. knitting fingerless gloves
5. zappos for Campers

[ladybug]

thank you thank you thank you

because of finding your post (thanks Carla!) I was inspired to turn on my favorite music and dance around my living room...I can't REMEMBER that last time I did that....My heart it beating, my breath is full, and my soul is Alive!

Blessings

PS...do you mind if I link to your blog from my page?