Those of you who have read my blog for awhile know that I'm easily distracted. Today's slice began last week when Jack and I went on a search for the "Going to Grandma" suitcases at our house. We quickly found Uncle Blake's blue one in his closet, but finding the red one that belonged to Jack's mother was more challenging. We looked under the bed, we looked on the closet shelves, we checked under the bed again. But just as we were about to give up, the red suitcase called out to us from a corner of the closet, "Here I am." It was interesting to see what was stashed in the suitcases. Blake's was filled with his Cub Scout manuals and neckerchiefs, Sara's was filled with doll blankets and doll clothes. Jack and Robby emptied them of their long ago treasures and enjoyed a day of travel, all from the comfort of Grandma and Grandpa's house.
But back to my distraction of the day. When the boys left, I hauled out some of the boxes from under the bed. They were filled with a variety of past holiday possibilities - books, ornaments, and small items stashed away. One was filled with paper holiday decor for Valentine's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas (somehow the Halloween decor had already made it to Sara's). I set aside that box for Sara's house. The other boxes I went through and weeded. Some of the books went to a box for the Friends of the Library Book sale and other items were designated for the gift shelf that I keep in the laundry room.
This morning, I picked up a pair of socks to take to the gift shelf. But on second thought, I decided to wear them myself. Today's a day that I could use some extra love. I like looking at the socks and thinking of the love that's being sent my way. So the next time you are tempted to save something for your gift shelf, remember: "Sometimes it's okay to wear the socks and gift something to yourself."
Ramona, I always love your connections and how one thing leads to another. I think the same way. I also agree that we need to gift ourselves these days because we are doing amazing things by just surviving this pandemic! I gifted myself a lovely, navy blue, terry bathrobe recently. This one is cozy and comfy and feels like a hug - which heavens knows, we all need these days. It was not a "need" but rather a gift to help my spirit and soul cope. I'm also gifting 2 to a local shelter as this holiday season is going to be lonely and hard - we all need hugs and warm socks!
ReplyDeleteThe socks are great but I love the little suitcases. What fun to pull those out for the new little ones. It is fun to find new/old things for grandkids. And as to gifting yourself - a perfect thing to do! Enjoy those socks!
ReplyDeleteYes, you need an extra dose of self-care and love, Ramona. May your special socks fill your heart with joy. I loved the story of the boys adventure. Imagination is the best outlet for good old-fashioned joy.
ReplyDeleteRamona, you may share anything from my blog!
ReplyDeleteSo much fun to read about “this and that” and especially the socks story! My sister gave me some “MukLuk” socks back in September and I’ve been enjoying their cozy warmth on recent cold days.
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