Showing posts with label Thankful Thursdays. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Thankful Thursdays. Show all posts
Thursday, December 9, 2010
New Opportunities... Thankfully Thursdays
A few days before thanksgiving my husband came home from work and excitedly told me about this night position that had opened up in the variety department... I listened to everything he told me and said, "it sounds like you are really excited about this, you should go for it!" And he was like, "No silly, not for me... for you!" See I thought he had been talking about himself switching departments so we would both be working nights, but he was actually suggesting that I apply for this position. After figuring that out, I was a little hesitant because I'm not loving working at night. But after he reminded me that there would be other people around, and I would not just be sitting at a desk the whole night, I quickly got on board. So, I turned in my application not really knowing what to expect. I interviewed for the position and was offered the job. I am thankful to have a fresh start and learn some new skills. :0) Jeff is super enthusiastic about me working at the same company and store as him, which I think is really sweet. His excitement has rubbed off on me a little too. So, I have 3 more nights at the hotel and then I start sometime this next week at WinCo. I am thankful for this new opportunity to learn new things, meet new people, and grow as a person!
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Thankful Thursdays: RAIN
Today, I am thankful for rain in its many forms: The heavy mist, drizzle, light pitter-patter,the gushes, the pouring, the sheets, the thunderstorms. I'm thankful for the way it smells against the pavement and the grass, for the way it sounds against the roof of my apartment as it rocks me to sleep, for the way it feels like cool pin pricks on my skin, for the way it nourishes each nook and cranny of earth it touches, the way it feeds the plants and helps them grow. Rain is life giving. I am thankful for the rain.
When I was little, playing in the rain was just something we did-probably because it didn't rain all too often- and it was real a treat. We'd get on our rain gear. Yellow and red ponchos with matching rubber boots. We'd twirl our pink and purple umbrellas, stomp in the puddles, all while laughing gleefully when the splashes drenched our legs. While other mothers pulled their children inside and told them to stop splashing in the puddles, my sister and I got to experience the beauty that is rain. I am thankful for fond memories of the rain.
One particular evening as a Freshman at Calvin in Michigan, which I've been told is the third cloudiest state, I got to relive my childhood delight of rain-playing. It was pouring heavier than I'd ever seen in my life... a real thunderstorm! A few girls from my dorm and I decided we were sick of paper writing so we ran outside to play on Commons Lawn. I could have filled a bucket with the amount of water held in my sopping hair. Our clothing stuck to our skin like duct-tape as we danced in the rain and shouted things we were thankful for- shouting over the dramatic symphony of gushing rain pounding the grass. It was glorious! I am thankful for friends with whom to play in the rain.
Not sure when my attitude shifted from feeling like it was a treat to play in the rain to dreading even the slightest drizzle. All too often now I have the attitude of "It better not rain today... because I have such and such to do." It was hard moving from where it seldom rains in Southern California to Portland where it seems to rain constantly- especially this time of year. In fact, prior to my move, I was nervous that I wouldn't adjust well. Perhaps my Southern-California-Desert-self isn't used to it being damp outside all the time. But, I have 'survived' my first full four seasons here-and yes, it rained more than I'm used to. However, the seasons this year were particularly mild compared to previous years- or so I'm told. I am thankful that I was able ease into acquaintance with the rain without being bombarded by it.
People from past generations don't seem to feel they are entitled to complain about the rain. For what ever reason, they seem to have a larger degree of patience with the weather and understand that rain is important to the cycle of life. For the sake of the earth, they welcome the rain. Folks from these other generations do not seem to mind that its the earth's turn to be nourished. They understand the dangers of drought while we younger people seem to take the water for granted. Most younger people- often myself included, are more self-involved so we feel entitled to 'better' weather. We tend to forget, don't seem to understand, or just don't care that rain is an ecological necessity. Feeling bummed when it rains, we gripe incessantly about the inconvenience and hardship it imposes. Sometimes I'll even hold off on errands until the next day it doesn't rain. I'm not yet accustomed to going about my business when it rains unlike most people who live in Northwest seem to be. I am thankful for wise people from previous generations and fellow Portlanders who educate me by patiently setting an example of embracing the rain.
The plants and crops need it... even if I feel I could do with out. Ironically it is a bright and blue-skied morning out on this crisp November day. But last night it poured- and while it poured- I was thankful for the rain.
When I was little, playing in the rain was just something we did-probably because it didn't rain all too often- and it was real a treat. We'd get on our rain gear. Yellow and red ponchos with matching rubber boots. We'd twirl our pink and purple umbrellas, stomp in the puddles, all while laughing gleefully when the splashes drenched our legs. While other mothers pulled their children inside and told them to stop splashing in the puddles, my sister and I got to experience the beauty that is rain. I am thankful for fond memories of the rain.
One particular evening as a Freshman at Calvin in Michigan, which I've been told is the third cloudiest state, I got to relive my childhood delight of rain-playing. It was pouring heavier than I'd ever seen in my life... a real thunderstorm! A few girls from my dorm and I decided we were sick of paper writing so we ran outside to play on Commons Lawn. I could have filled a bucket with the amount of water held in my sopping hair. Our clothing stuck to our skin like duct-tape as we danced in the rain and shouted things we were thankful for- shouting over the dramatic symphony of gushing rain pounding the grass. It was glorious! I am thankful for friends with whom to play in the rain.
Not sure when my attitude shifted from feeling like it was a treat to play in the rain to dreading even the slightest drizzle. All too often now I have the attitude of "It better not rain today... because I have such and such to do." It was hard moving from where it seldom rains in Southern California to Portland where it seems to rain constantly- especially this time of year. In fact, prior to my move, I was nervous that I wouldn't adjust well. Perhaps my Southern-California-Desert-self isn't used to it being damp outside all the time. But, I have 'survived' my first full four seasons here-and yes, it rained more than I'm used to. However, the seasons this year were particularly mild compared to previous years- or so I'm told. I am thankful that I was able ease into acquaintance with the rain without being bombarded by it.
People from past generations don't seem to feel they are entitled to complain about the rain. For what ever reason, they seem to have a larger degree of patience with the weather and understand that rain is important to the cycle of life. For the sake of the earth, they welcome the rain. Folks from these other generations do not seem to mind that its the earth's turn to be nourished. They understand the dangers of drought while we younger people seem to take the water for granted. Most younger people- often myself included, are more self-involved so we feel entitled to 'better' weather. We tend to forget, don't seem to understand, or just don't care that rain is an ecological necessity. Feeling bummed when it rains, we gripe incessantly about the inconvenience and hardship it imposes. Sometimes I'll even hold off on errands until the next day it doesn't rain. I'm not yet accustomed to going about my business when it rains unlike most people who live in Northwest seem to be. I am thankful for wise people from previous generations and fellow Portlanders who educate me by patiently setting an example of embracing the rain.
The plants and crops need it... even if I feel I could do with out. Ironically it is a bright and blue-skied morning out on this crisp November day. But last night it poured- and while it poured- I was thankful for the rain.
Tuesday, November 16, 2010
Themes!
As I always seem to have trouble coming up with ideas of things to share here on Double Dekker, I figured I could start themes for each day of the week. Here are my themes:
Week in Review Sunday
Healthful Homemaking Monday
Poetically Tuesday
Book Review Wednesday
Thankfully Thursday
Recipe of the Week Friday
Simply Saturday
Week in Review Sunday: Because every week is special.
Healthful Homemaking Monday: I'm not quite sure what will become of Monday's postings but there are a lot of topics that I have become quite passionate about recently that have to do with the choices that we make on a daily basis that effect our family's well-being.
Poetically Tuesday: As an adult its all too easy to get caught up in the seriousness of life. My ritual of writing poems will be an attempt rekindle my long abandoned creative side. I'd like to attempt to repossess the skill of creativity and this seems just the way to do it!
Wednesday Reader: Reading and life experiences are great ways to accomplish cultural and world exploration. Because my life feels limited in its breadth of experiences lately, reading is a way I can choose to gain knowledge and examine the world without leaving the comforts of my living room! I don't think I'll attempt to read one book a week but when I do finish a book or a chapter I like, I'll write a blurb about it here.
Thankfully Thursday: When I was growing up Thursdays were my least favorite day of the week. It always seemed to rain on Thursdays. It was not yet Friday but it was far enough along in the week that I began to grow weary. Now that it rains everyday here in Portland, I've decided to change my tune about Thursdays and dwell on gratitude instead. Not just because Thanksgiving is around the corner but because its always good to be mindful and abundant in the expression of thankfulness!
Recipe of the Week Friday: Recipe of the week is more for me to share a meal idea from the week so I can keep myself in check. This will help me remember that I need to be creative in the kitchen instead of just serving mac 'n cheese and ramen which have been staples in our home for the past few weeks. It will help me be motivated to make something fun and try something new if I have to share a new recipe on my blog. Also In the Kitchen is already a prominent 'label' on this blog so it should be pretty easy.
Simply Saturday: Simple living is a big idea that weighs on both Jeff's and my hearts. Saturdays will be an ode to minimalism.
Obviously it is important to keep in mind that I am in no way an expert on any of these topics but I am just passionate about them and would like to share snippets from Jeff's and my life together.
Week in Review Sunday
Healthful Homemaking Monday
Poetically Tuesday
Book Review Wednesday
Thankfully Thursday
Recipe of the Week Friday
Simply Saturday
Week in Review Sunday: Because every week is special.
Healthful Homemaking Monday: I'm not quite sure what will become of Monday's postings but there are a lot of topics that I have become quite passionate about recently that have to do with the choices that we make on a daily basis that effect our family's well-being.
Poetically Tuesday: As an adult its all too easy to get caught up in the seriousness of life. My ritual of writing poems will be an attempt rekindle my long abandoned creative side. I'd like to attempt to repossess the skill of creativity and this seems just the way to do it!
Wednesday Reader: Reading and life experiences are great ways to accomplish cultural and world exploration. Because my life feels limited in its breadth of experiences lately, reading is a way I can choose to gain knowledge and examine the world without leaving the comforts of my living room! I don't think I'll attempt to read one book a week but when I do finish a book or a chapter I like, I'll write a blurb about it here.
Thankfully Thursday: When I was growing up Thursdays were my least favorite day of the week. It always seemed to rain on Thursdays. It was not yet Friday but it was far enough along in the week that I began to grow weary. Now that it rains everyday here in Portland, I've decided to change my tune about Thursdays and dwell on gratitude instead. Not just because Thanksgiving is around the corner but because its always good to be mindful and abundant in the expression of thankfulness!
Recipe of the Week Friday: Recipe of the week is more for me to share a meal idea from the week so I can keep myself in check. This will help me remember that I need to be creative in the kitchen instead of just serving mac 'n cheese and ramen which have been staples in our home for the past few weeks. It will help me be motivated to make something fun and try something new if I have to share a new recipe on my blog. Also In the Kitchen is already a prominent 'label' on this blog so it should be pretty easy.
Simply Saturday: Simple living is a big idea that weighs on both Jeff's and my hearts. Saturdays will be an ode to minimalism.
Obviously it is important to keep in mind that I am in no way an expert on any of these topics but I am just passionate about them and would like to share snippets from Jeff's and my life together.
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