At Home: Almost Welcoming Spring

I only recently realised winter is nearly over. The weather has been warming up, then cooling down, then warming up again. The sun is out today, and I hope it stays. I don’t know if there is much better than having all the windows open and letting the sun into the house.

I was sick for a few days this past week, and the sunshine makes me feel well, or makes me want to clean up and start afresh. Empty the bins, wash the sheets, get everything back in order that you let slide when you aren’t feeling the best.

There isn’t anything particularly out of the ordinary about today. I did have a car service this morning, which is always a relief to get out of the way. But the remainder of the day will involve laundry, putting away the dishes, vacuuming. The usual. I am looking forward to it. I love resetting my space, seeing everything where it’s meant to be. I finished a puzzle yesterday, which covers the entire dining table. I’ll pack it away and enjoy eating my lunch there.

I’m expecting a delivery of dried flowers to arrive in the mail next week. I bought myself a new vase using money I received for my birthday, and I’m thinking of rearranging some of my décor today so the flowers will stand out. While I love the thought of fresh flowers each week, I can’t quite allow myself to spend my money that way. But I love dried flowers, and I think they will suit the space. My Nanna and Poppop used to have dried flowers in their home, so maybe I like them for sentimental reasons as well as frugal.

Something I have learned since living on my own, is that not everything needs to be displayed at once. When I was considering buying this vase, I didn’t have anywhere specific I wanted to place it, I only knew that I didn’t have one of that size and it’s been something I’ve thought about for a while. I’m looking forward to taking everything off my shelves and rearranging…maybe placing some items in storage for the next season. That’s okay. They will feel like new when I bring them out again!

Today will be enjoyable as I reset my space, as I regain that feeling of normalcy. This cold lingers, but I’m nearly recovered. I have been sick more often this year than I usually am – I am looking forward to spring. I am hoping it will not be as difficult.

As I slowly go about my home, achieving those small tasks and welcoming in the fresh air, I will take my time. I used to rush to get everything done quickly, but it is less loving that way, more tense. I care more when I spend more time. I notice more, enjoy more when I slow down.

My laundry is nearly finished, and then I will hang it outside. Maybe this time of year is my favourite.

Sarah xx