I woke up Monday morning struggling to balance my wants versus my needs.
What I wanted was to drive into town to buy fresh spring flowers. I was dreaming of tulips, hyacinths, crocus, daffodils. I’d become spoiled whilst in Arizona where flowers are plentiful and affordable (and close by.)
It doesn’t cost a lot to indulge in a small bouquet here at home either.
What I didn’t need was to spend my time and energy. A trip to town translates into almost a whole day used up. I combine it with a few errands and a lot of browsing around.
What I needed was to stay home and be happy with what I had, which was a box full of dried treasures from the summer. Who knew peonies would dry so beautifully …
So instead of running into town, I spent a couple blissful hours arranging and appreciating these beauties, which led me to create some word art …
… which led to a new idea for a greeting card …
It also led to a walk with friends. A clean house. And laundry done.
Now that is creatively smart! And very beautiful too.
I find that if I give in to the urge to go to town…it takes a good chunk out of my day and I get back overwhelmed and well…there goes the rest of my day. Now I sound like a hermit…nope just a introvert.
So pretty! Sounds like the day turned out to be a fine one. :-)
Now this sounds like a day well-spent.
The card is beautiful, Barb.
yay for you!
How in the world did you get the dragonfly? (big puffy heart) and yes to the card!
Looks stunning and good for you choose contentment with what you had! :) It’s not easy and I find I struggle with that too. HUGS!!
So very pretty! Yes, staying at home can be a good choice at times.
Did you dry your peonies laying them down on a table, or hanging them upside down? I want to try drying some next summer. :)
Hi Michelle, thank you! I dried these peonies flat on the table …
This sounds like a great day! I love your approach and the card you made – beautiful!
First I notice the peonies retained their color in the dried phase…so many fade away. Your logical thinking turned into a beautiful collection of peony prints, and I adore the card and quote!!
Barb,
As always your images are beautiful and such inspiration.
Ann?
A beautiful card and a day well spent. It is true, once I leave the house I never come back and get started. I like that you were able to find some things at home that worked for you…
Your words and font are also lovely.
Hi Barb.. Beautiful. Came from Twitter. :) Happy day to you.
Lisa
Beautiful and full of inspiration. Thanks, Barb!