This week it's been a week of birthday celebrations.....of crochet, and making plans. Plans for future creative projects, and plans for a healthier future.
I've really enjoyed doing these posts, thank you Gillian for inspiring me. January is a cold, dark month here in the UK, it's a month I struggle with....doing this has helped. So we go into February, our shortest month, still dark, but with the hope of spring on the horizon!
February to me will be about reclaiming back some of my health, some of my energy, and getting back some of my balance. I will share more of my plans next week.
Each month I'm going to review my Hopes and Dreams for 2015. I'm pleased to say in January I've completed my crochet blanket, and I've made a dint I quite a few of the others too! There's been some really lovely moments this month, I've had some great fun times with my sisters, my daughter and my friends. I've tried some new healthy recipes, made parsnip soup, my own hummus, made a delicious pistachio and parsley pesto. Next month I plan to try more recipes, review some cookery books.....I'll let you know how I go on!
I'm hoping next month we will get to grips with our bedroom, (this ones new on hubbie....so don't tell him will you, I'm going to surprise him with a pot of paint next week!). The weather here continues to be very cold and snowy, getting into the garden is impossible for me at the moment, if we get a warmer day or two I'm going to start to tackle my top flower beds. As a family we've decided on what veg we want to grow. I'm going to decide on the design of my Liberty quilt in February, but I think it might just end up being a year long make! Gosh that's a lot for the shortest month!
I would just like to say a big thank you to those of you who leave comments, I know it's not always easy....blog reading, and commenting is a time consuming malarkey. I really appreciate your comments and opinions, it's a big motivation for my to keep going with this little space of mine.
Hope you all have a super weekend!
Amanda :) xxx
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Ooh, I saw the Deliciously Ella book in a book shop recently. Have you tried any of the recipes and, if so, would you recommend it? Love the crocheted blanket; just right for this weather. Good luck persuading Hubby to do the decorating! x
ReplyDeleteI've not tried any yet as I've only just got it....but will this week and report back! I think it's definately worth the investment, everything looks delicious! :) xxx
DeleteI love your photo's Amanda! That photograph of the old typewriter is just fab. Do you ever use it? X
ReplyDeleteWe did when we first got it but not so much now, I really need to get a new ribbon :) xxx
DeleteI love your blog and pictures and 'lurk' here often. I feel as though I could move right into your lovely home and be perfectly content! This morning I got up the nerve to comment. I've had a busy January so just had the opportunity to catch up with you. SO very glad you are back. An inspiration as always.
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Hello Patty.....never, ever feel nervous about commenting on here! I love that you've plucked up the courage......thank you for your comments on my home, you should see the mess in the cupboards, that's not so lovely! ;) xxx
DeleteLove the tulips, happy flowers for dull days. I dare not buy another cook book, my shelves are groaning.
ReplyDeleteThanks Pam, my mum had loads of cookery books, I've only a few.....only really just discovering the desire to cook, think mum might be willing me on from the 'other' side!!! ;) xxx
DeleteFebruary is almost here! It's such a short month but holds the promise of Spring! Yay! I want to just wander around your house...it's so bright and cheery!
ReplyDeleteThank you Mary.....few more tweaks needed but I'm very happy in my home :) xxx
DeleteI am so glad January has almost gone. It has not been the greatest start to 2015 but things can only get better :) So here is to February 2015, a more positive month.
ReplyDeleteThank you for visiting me, I hope things get better for you in February.....let me know won't you :) xxx
Deletethat first picture is definitely colour therapy!....and snap to the cookery book. I have just brought Deliciously Ella too, it looks good doesn't it....I like her approach, might have to buy a food proccessor though! well lots of good things to bring you through January. X
ReplyDeleteIt's a great colour isn't it! We will have to compare recipes ;) xxx
DeleteLove your chosen colour scheme for January, Just right to cheer us up......xx
ReplyDeleteThank you so much! :) xxx
DeleteI've enjoyed the winter months, long evenings for crocheting! Looking forward to seeing what you do with your bedroom xx
ReplyDeleteYes that's a positive,,,,,and excuse to sit and crochet! ;) xxx
DeleteI look forward to seeing your plans develop. This time of year is tough with less light and being cold and wet (or snowy.) The only place I want to be is in front of the fire.I am trying to change my attitude to being a 'think it do it' sort of person. So far I have got a number of things done that needed finishing.So here's to a positive new year!
ReplyDeleteSounds like you've made a very good start to 2015! :) xxx
DeleteIt sounds as though you have had a great January and a great start to the year! I hope that the next 11 months are just as wonderful! xx
ReplyDeleteMe too! Thanks Amy ;) xxx
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