Image via WikipediaI finally finished the Chronicles of Narnia. It was a long journey, but one I'm certainly glad I experienced. I found some of the books in the series to be more slow going and a bit harder to enjoy. My favourite character, of course, was Lucy. Her delight in simplicity and eagerness to please Aslan inspired me and made me feel as if I'd have a kindred spirit in her if she were real.
So, as of late, I've been reading Pride and Prejudice. I've taken it in slowly, but I am now to a part in the story where I don't want to put the book down! Too many unanswered questions. I am thoroughly enjoying this read. I have often found watching movies created from Jane Austen's novels are perfect for those times that I just need time to myself with a cup of tea and scones. They're simple and beautiful, and I'm feeling the same way about reading her novels. Plus, I just read in a magazine yesterday that doing things you love is an instant stress reliever. One of my life goals is to visit Jane Austen's house.
Another simple delight I love? Crochet. I know I've spoken a bit of crochet in the past, and I must say, I'm addicted. I love being able to do something with my hands that creates something beautiful and practical. I love the fact that many of the patterns (at least the ones I use) allow me to focus on something else while doing something with my hands, because they're not so detailed that I have to concentrate on what I'm doing. Must post photos of some of my crochet projects soon. Consider it on my to-do list.
What are your simple delights?
Ohh simple pleasures...its summer here, and my favorite simple pleasure is to just sit outside and feel the warmth of the sun. I miss the feeling of warmth so much all winter that I feel like I need to soak it in all summer to survive the winter!
ReplyDeleteThat sounds so nice! The sun is still out in winter here, but it's not nearly as warm! I am thankful for the sun, though. Winter in America can be so dreary. :)
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