Dawn
Today is one of those snooze button days. I absolutely will not be rushed today. I am comfortable, wound up in the comforter, snuggled into my pillows (yes, plural). The children are quietly building and destroying wooden block towers. I am certain I could raise my voice, and they would stop. It is not worth it.
After all, they are being quiet in their own way. At least I am not hearing the dump truck in the living room. (Wonders again why the Tonka is in the house. Oh, yeah. I like it. It is just like the one I had growing up.)
At some point, I suppose I should get out of the bed. Maybe check my email. Maybe write something fabulously brilliant a publisher will trip on at my blog and not be able to live without for longer than the time to make an electronic transfer to my account. Maybe contemplate the laundry (for certainly, I shall not do it). Maybe watch a video which does not have animation. Rendering, yes; animation, no.
Maybe I just want to read a book, as I have five or six (hundred). Maybe go to the store for a gallon of milk. (Better make that two. They go through it so fast.) Maybe curl up on the couch and play Old Maid with Little V. Maybe get in the tub and stay all day.
Maybe make gumbo. Or jambalaya. Or cheesecake. Maybe crochet until my fingers say, No more. Maybe paint my toenails blue. Or green. Or orange.
Cash
Perhaps, I shall build a roaring fire to sit beside and drink strawberry mocha cappuccino. Or perch my tablet on my lap to draw until my fingerprints are stained and dry in the chalk. Or scribble in the notebook until the pencil is dull. Or play with the dog until her tongue hangs out.
Just maybe, I should turn off the ringing tele and enjoy the quiet for just a while longer.
You know? I think that is a wonderful idea. Adieu.
valentinelogar
/ January 26, 2012I contemplated not leaving a comment so as not to disturb your peaceful day. Then I said….well hopefully she is smart enough to turn off that annoying ping when e-mail comes in.
peace sister
Red
/ January 26, 2012Aye, my sister, I had the tele turned to Do Not Disturb. Congratulations on your triumph of today! Pass them on to the appropriate party, too.
Red.
Janece
/ January 26, 2012Sounds like an amazing sort of day and I’m totally jealous 🙂 When I have a day at home alone, I often go all day in “silence”. It’s a beautiful thing.
Your description of your children quietly playing while you were snuggled in bed brought back some heartwarming memories. Thank you for that.
Red
/ January 26, 2012I am so glad it brought a smile for you. Hopefully, you will find many more of those memories a happy accident everyday.
Red.
raymond alexander kukkee
/ January 26, 2012Those are a wonderful bunch of ideas. The road trip finally caught up to you, that’s my guess. Everyone has to schmooze for a day or two and revive the Muse. Perhaps the Muse shall drive the Tonka around and entertain the Little Reds, extending her vacation for another day or so . Silence IS a beautiful thing, just as Janece has noted.
Interestingly, Red, this is one of he best posts you have written! Rest, inner child….and send cheesecake immediately “:)
Red
/ January 26, 2012The children will have finished the cheesecake long before bed. It is a tradition, after all.
Red.
Let's CUT the Crap!
/ January 26, 2012So many choices; so little time. Step 1: Enjoy the comforter and PILLOWS as long as you can. Step 2: Pick one, anyone.
Have a carefree day!
Red
/ January 26, 2012Thank you so! I did enjoy it late into the morning. All birthdays should start so sweetly!
Red.
prenin
/ January 26, 2012Good idea Red! 🙂
Unfortunately I dare not snooze – I won’t be able to get to sleep tonight…
sweet dreams mon petite Red! 🙂
Prenin.
Red
/ January 26, 2012I did dream sweetly! Thank you for your sweet wishes, Pren.
{HUGZ} Red.
Marc Phillippe Babineau
/ January 26, 2012As long as you take care of your pooch(es) first, and ensure the safety and happiness of the kids, the remnants of the day are yours to decide.
Enjoy!
Red
/ January 26, 2012Cash eats well…everyday. And despite nothing in my life being truly childproof, they did not burn down the house. Overall, a victory.
Red.
Androgoth
/ January 26, 2012Yes definitely all of the above my great friend 🙂
Though I should save the relaxing in the tub for
last so that you can enjoy the wonderful peace
and quiet, well in between all the noise I guess 🙂
Do have a wonderful Birthday with lashings of all
(Yes All) the things that you enjoy the most 🙂 😉
Androgoth XXx
ansuyo
/ January 27, 2012My kind of day. I know it didn’t last, but I hope you enjoyed it while you could 🙂
Red
/ January 27, 2012I did. I have some very, very, very sweet children. Even the grown ones.
christyb
/ January 27, 2012I love this concept. Stay under the warm covers, relax, and take time for yourself. We all need to do it sometimes! Take care Red xx
Red
/ January 27, 2012It was a glorious morning. Relaxing is so very fun. It was a little taste of vacation at home!
christyb
/ January 27, 2012Glad to hear it Red! I have just published my post about your poem “Jagged” on PP. Here is the link if you also wish to spread the word: http://poeticparfait.wordpress.com/2012/01/27/when-jagged-meets-parfait/
Red
/ January 27, 2012I will be along shortly! Stomping out small brush fires whilst I vacuum 🙂
lorrelee1970
/ January 29, 2012They all sound like great ideas to me.
Red
/ January 29, 2012Every one of them was 🙂