Inhale and exhale

I truly appreciate everyone's patience and kindness with me last week.  Or rather, this whole past year.  It's been a trying time and my usual steady-eddie emotions have been up and down like a clown on a rocket-fueled pogo stick.  While you kind and gentle folk take time to think about me during the day, there continue to be people getting married, babies being born, and children starting school.  Please don't think I take your blog comments lightly or for granted.  I know that you all come here willingly, day in and day out, to check in on me.  The funeral for my grandfather is this weekend, however as my mother's cardiologist recommend that she not risk flying, she and I will be staying in Texas while my dad and sister attend the service in California.  My mom has surprisingly, very quickly made peace with the decision, and I can't help but continue to be impressed at the personal growth (as well as speedy recovery) that she's made as a person, within the last few months alone.  It's strange to be proud of one's mother but I am, quite a lot, and tell her so with every inch of progress she makes.

I have a feeling that we could all use a little bit of inner peace as we head into the fall and it seems as though that was exactly what this house was designed for.  The tall, tall canopy of trees, neutral colour palette, and natural design elements through the house all remind me to breathe.  Slowly.  Deeply.  And just relax and melt into my surroundings.  And then slowly, ever so slowly, wander through the walk-through master shower.  Because O.M.G.

Thanks again y'all.


Comments

  1. Here willingly??? Am I the only one here as part of a mandatory pre-release prison program??? :). Honestly Rooth, I think you're the one who shows kindness and patience. Perhaps showing begets receiving.
    Our thoughts will be with your mom and your whole family.

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  2. Will be thinking of you this weekend, x

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  3. Despite the sad news of your grandfather passing away (condolences again, Ruth), it is good to hear that you mother is doing well. You should be proud of her:)

    PS We all need a house like this.

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  4. I must have missed that post where you talked about your grandfather's passing because I did not know this. I'm so sorry, Ruth. I'm glad to hear your mother is doing well. And that she has made peace with her decision to stay. That must have been tough for her.

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  5. Oh my darling. So completely impressed with you and your mom. I'm sure the two of you will work together to honor your grandfather's memory. And it's funny, I was just thinking it had been awhile since I'd seen a house that you loved, and here you are...coming through in spades! That shower? OMG. Moving in.

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  6. That is one huge shower! I am thinking of you! I am sorry you cannot attend the funeral but it is definitely the right decision and I am sure your mom is thankful that you are staying with her. <3

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  7. Oh sweet thing. You and your mom will be together this weekend, which is the important thing. It's what your grandfather would have wanted. And here's hoping 2015 is easier on you and your family than this year has been. xoxo

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  8. you are such a good person ruth. i picture you analyzing every decision you make, not just on how it will affect you, but every single person around you. people are just not like that so much these days. so patience, i am not sure how it's been given to you, but you deserve tons if you ever need it!! and kindness you deserve that every that every second of everyday. i am really glad that you will be with your mom over the weekend, i am sure that's such a comfort to her.

    now, this house! my pulse started racing when i saw the outside of this place. i love everything, but a mid-century ranch like this is kind of my fantasy so i'd have to remove everything from the inside and decorate myself (pretending i had the money for both house and redecorating of course). those giant sliders, the fireplace, the walk-in shower - love!

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  9. it's good to hear that you can be proud of your mum. I wish I could say this about mine, but our relationship has deteriorated almost past recognition. I know you do, but enjoy your family. it's good to have so many people in your life that genuinely care.

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  10. oh i'm so sorry to hear about your grandfather. will be thinking about you extra this weekend. xx

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  11. I'm so sorry to hear about your grandfather. I think it's nice that you and your mom will be together this weekend, even though you have to miss the services. Your mom is quite an impressive lady. Thinking of you and your family this weekend, and sending lots of love your way. xo

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  12. I'm so sorry for your loss R. And I know it's been a hectic time for you... just hang in there. Things have gotten a bit hectic on my side too, but I'm just taking it as it comes. Wishing you and your family strength in this trying time! x

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  13. {hugs}

    ps. that shower. holy cannoli!

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  14. That house! And even more...that shower! Unreal. Sending good thoughts your way!

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  15. That shower!! In my life! Now. I have a thing about bathrooms being beautiful, and this is one I would love to have.

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  16. I am so sorry of your loss, Ruth, I just know it. I have missed your blog post when you told us about your grandfather. It's great to know about your proud of your mother, it's something good to tell to the world!
    And the house! It look so great to stay!

    love,
    http://g-carinoo.blogspot.com/

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  17. Thinking of you and your mama especially this weekend . . . xoxo

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  18. That sounds hard, Ruth. I'm sure you and your mom will find a special way to remember your grandfather even if you can't be at the funeral in person.

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