Excuse my lack of photographs, but I’ve been away from home & in Arkansas since last Wednesday. I’ve enjoyed the break & have spent a lot of time with family & friends. Yesterday, I was able to start canning strawberry jam as favors for our wedding. Six hours & two blisters later, I made thirty-six jars. It was exhausting, but I’ve realized that canning is something that I really enjoy doing. I’ve also enjoyed rides to Whole Foods for green tea with kombucha & half-off sales at my favorite thrift store with {Tori}.
Although it has been a relaxing time, I’ve made a few (actually, a lot) of bad food decisions. I’ve stuffed my face with all kinds of processed foods & desserts. I plan to make some changes in my diet by cleansing my body for fourty-eight hours with lemon water, fruits & nuts. I was inspired by Animal Vegetable Miracle, a wonderful book I cannot put down.
Enjoy the rest of your week & I’ll be back on June 2nd.
love,
Natalie
In this space, I try to be optimistic. I write, mostly, of inspirations, of good days & of lovely encounters with others. Lets be honest, though- none of these things have been a part of my life these past few weeks. I’ve gone through the routines of daily life without feelings, without appreciating. I’ve only felt sad & lonely.
Walking down to the creek, I felt broken & unworthy. But- walking into the freezing water, I looked around & realized all that I had forgotten. During my baptism, as my body was pushed under & then lifted back up again, I felt the weight of my sin lifted. Once again, I was forgiven & forever I will be. As life becomes hectic & filled with “must do’s” & “need to do’s,” I push Him away first, but he never does- He celebrates who I am & loves unconditionally.
I am thankful.
I am thankful for His love, His immeasurable beauty, His forgiveness.
I am thankful for expression of art- beading, photography, writings.
I am thankful for the harvesting of the earth, good food, & creative adventures into a simpler life.
thank you all for reading.
love,
Natalie
I am so excited for our art in the yard sale tomorrow morning!
Until then, i’ll be making more earrings, folding clothing & linens, & pricing!
I hope it is a success!
love,
Natalie