i don't know what woke me... i think i could have gone back to sleep except the lure of the computer drew me to my studio. just a few minutes to meander and read email while everyone is asleep seemed so guilt-free and irresistible.
here's a little "10 things" meme i saw batted around out in blogland;
1. i always find the shady side of the street. as a redhead, the sun has always been something i avoid.
2. i miss terribly the open ocean and the redwoods surrounding santa cruz california. not to mention the dear friends and neighbors that i miss daily.
3. people are often surprised when they see my hair down. i really only take it down to sleep and bathe.
4. i'm typing this in at 4:00a.m. it's perfectly still and quiet in my house and on my street. (i just heard jasper creeping around upstairs.)
5. i smile easily and often, although it takes a lot to make me laugh out loud.
6. i typically under-commit and over-deliver. i think it is because i don't like chaos and i enjoy thoroughness, economy and taking my sweet time.
7. just like my grandmother, i am mesmerized by babies, young children, and baby animals. i love the way they look, sound, smell and i am charmed by what they do. i'm confused at how different observing young life can be from the reality of parenting (and animal ownership) in my own life.
8. i enjoy a tidy and organized home. sometimes i get a feeling of utter contentment and pleasure putting things back where they belong.
9. when i was younger, i thought i was really tall. (I stand 5'4")
10. i can hear a train whistling in the distance. it's getting really faint.
now that i'm chilled, falling back asleep next to a sleeping annie is going to feel so warm and cozy...
here's a little "10 things" meme i saw batted around out in blogland;
1. i always find the shady side of the street. as a redhead, the sun has always been something i avoid.
2. i miss terribly the open ocean and the redwoods surrounding santa cruz california. not to mention the dear friends and neighbors that i miss daily.
3. people are often surprised when they see my hair down. i really only take it down to sleep and bathe.
4. i'm typing this in at 4:00a.m. it's perfectly still and quiet in my house and on my street. (i just heard jasper creeping around upstairs.)
5. i smile easily and often, although it takes a lot to make me laugh out loud.
6. i typically under-commit and over-deliver. i think it is because i don't like chaos and i enjoy thoroughness, economy and taking my sweet time.
7. just like my grandmother, i am mesmerized by babies, young children, and baby animals. i love the way they look, sound, smell and i am charmed by what they do. i'm confused at how different observing young life can be from the reality of parenting (and animal ownership) in my own life.
8. i enjoy a tidy and organized home. sometimes i get a feeling of utter contentment and pleasure putting things back where they belong.
9. when i was younger, i thought i was really tall. (I stand 5'4")
10. i can hear a train whistling in the distance. it's getting really faint.
now that i'm chilled, falling back asleep next to a sleeping annie is going to feel so warm and cozy...
5 comments:
You sound a bit like me these days.
I was up at 5:30...laying around.
Then, after I couldn't sleep I got up at 5:54 approx. and got on the computer. I like that quiet time when everyone's sleeping. I'll be feeling it later today and need a nap.
Early morning is the best time especially when raising children. I always cherished these hours when the house was quiet, and I could read and write in my journal without interruption. Now I need to sleep a little later, but I long for those soulful predawn moments some days.
Fascinated by your early morning thoughts and revelations. I identified with many.
I got up after 1:00 a.m. sometime last week and got on my computer and I didn't feel guilty either. I thought "No one needs me. I am not ignoring anyone. I can do this!"
It was intoxicating.
But usually I would rather sleep.
Good Morning Patrice! I wish I could emulate your number 6! Everything else I see in you - your smile ALWAYS makes my heart happy!
HOpe to SeE you sOOn!
Ulla
Once in a while I wake like that.
That's neat about your hair being long.
Sometimes Ami likes to carry an umbrella in the sun. It's about the only time to use one here.
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