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Simple Joys of the Week, December 12th Edition

12/12/2014

 
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A few of the simple, sensory pleasures that brought me joy this week...

HEAR: "The Longer I Run" by Peter Bradley Adams
I added this song to my December playlist (thanks for the rec, Alli!), and every time it comes on I get really, really happy. It just does something to me...listen below!

SEE:
Holiday decor + events :)
Sadly, we haven't done A SINGLE BIT of holiday decorating around our house yet (no tree, no wreaths, nothing!), but that's what this weekend is for. In the meantime, holiday decor everywhere else--at the studios where I teach, at the events I've been going to, at other people's houses--has been bringing me lots of cheer. I love Christmastime!!!!! And is there anything better than twinkle lights? 

TASTE: Pizza night at the Starr-Vaneria household...
Since I got back on gluten and dairy (phew!), Ben and I have adopted a new routine that we call "Thursday is the New Friday." Every Thursday night we get a pizza, make salads, enjoy a meal together, and then watch an episode of The Sopranos (our current show of choice). It is *SO* fun and the pizza (from George's in Harwich Port) is really, really delicious. 

SMELL: Sayde [I'm sorry, but I have to say it because this is really my "smell" SJOTW!]
There is just something about the way our little dog smells that makes me feel so warm and fuzzy inside. Last night, as we were cuddling, I nuzzled my face in her fur, took a big inhale, and just basked in her scent. I've heard new parents say the same thing about smelling their babies, so I'm assuming I'm experiencing a similar feeling in the pleasure center of my brain ;) 

TOUCH: Paintbrushes and applying paint to canvas
I have been painting up a storm this week! I have just two holiday commissions left, and am planning on finishing them by EOD Monday, so I've been living the artist's life lately. I have to say, it's pretty fabulous, but also hard when you have lots of other things going on. I can't wait to share all of these new paintings with you after the holidays!!!

What brought you joy this week? Are you having a mindful holiday season thus far? I hope so, and I urge you to reflect on your simple pleasures from the past week if you can find the time to do so today...

Have a wonderful Friday, everyone!
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Tara
12/11/2014 11:49:56 pm

OMG I know what you mean about the dog smell! (And not when they stink although sometimes that can be comforting too haha...or am I just weird with my dog?)
Autumn has a different smell when she is sleepy and it is just the sweetest smell ever! BTW I love the pic of Sayde in the box, so sweet.

Miss you and hope you are doing well! xoxo


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