Wednesday, February 13, 2008

Favorite Things

I looked out my kitchen widow at 5:30 am this morning and to my delight there was snow on the ground. It shimmered shadowy blue in the early morning light—so pristine. Unmarred. Untouched.

I thought of Julie Andrews and her wonderful song “Favorite Things” from the Sound of Music.

Here are a few if my favorite things: (as usual they are in no particular order)

Old clocks
Clean, fresh snow
Lightning
Peonies
Sunlight
Prayer
Candles
Fresh bread
Friends
Shoes
Giraffes
Walking
Silver, dangling earrings
Color
Sea shells
Hands
Old maps
Elephants
Vintage clothing
Celtic lore
Dark chocolate
Babies
Christmas
Smell of coffee
The Greek language
Ireland
Thunder
Music
Sunflowers
Autumn
The Ocean
Mohair
Cold, green grapes
Smell of coconut
Laughter
Words
Wind
Black journals
Black pens
Books
Children’s kisses
Summer grass
Front porches
Little boys
Good teaching
Fresh salsa
Touch
Driving fast
Holding hands
Scripture
Questions
My Daughters
Dogs
Connections
The Piano
Eyes
Vintage boxes
Globes
Warm towels
Cold water
Winks
Bing cherries
Strong women
Smiles
Dance performances
Movies at the theater

2 comments:

elmogus said...

Little boys? Said the woman with four daughters....

Unknown said...

How about Big boys.....I have several I could loan ya! Ha! I do aggree and LOVE to read your favorite things! I am really enjoying your blog! What a neat way to share also to inspire thinking to those who read.

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