Ten Minutes

Today I don't feel like writing. I am tired of composing words in logical form for so many assignments. I'm going to set a timer for ten minutes and just write about what's in front of me...

A plant. A Norwegian folk pine, to be exact. It caught my eye in at Lowes during a Christmas shopping excursion. I like to have greenery around my house, so each room has a living, breathing thing. One of my kitchen plants is getting a little scrawny. I gave it a hug last night. Well, I was actually opening the kitchen window behind it, but gave the plant a "hug" in the process. Some cultures believe we are connected to all living things. Some people talk to and play music for their plants. I wonder if they can sense us.

An epoxy stone entryway. Epoxy stone is a more recent home style trend. I'm so glad our builder chose to use it for three of our home entryways. It is durable, and it never shows dirt. That reminds me, today was supposed to be my cleaning day. Oh well, maybe next week. There's never-ending job security in home cleaning.

A loft deck. Where Scot and I sat, before we were married, and pondered the question of having our own child someday. I don't know if I'm any closer to reaching a decision. I would prefer to keep an open heart and leave the rest up to God.

A patio set. On that table I hosted an early summer bruncheon for my mother one day, complete with candles, flowers, and all her favorite foods. I wish I could do so for her more often. Mothers need pampering every now and again, to feel as if they, too, are valued individuals who deserve special care and attention.

Trees. Snow. When will spring be here? It wasn't until this week, where the snow, sleet, and ice rain seemed to pour into every cell of my being, that I grew exhausted of winter.