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"I do believe in an everyday sort of magic...the inexplicable connectedness we sometimes experience with places, people, works of art and the like; the eerie appropriateness of moments of synchronicity; the whispered voice, the hidden presence, when we think we're alone." Charles de Lint

Thursday, July 9, 2026

Simple Tasks

Today I'm choosing kindness, but we'll see, it's still early.

I chuckled when I saw this quote. My mood is always a little touch and go when the humidity starts to rise again. 

I'm excited about our family gathering and Sam's birthday celebration tomorrow evening....followed by some special lunch guests on Saturday. Having people in my home pushes me to tidy things up a bit and that's always a good thing.

I was struck this morning how satisfying it was to do the simple task of sweeping the front door area and walkway. I want the entrance to our home to be warm and welcoming....for us...and our guests. 


I was out for.my after dinner walk and Patty's hydrangea shrub was glowing in the early evening light. 


And while I'm celebrating her hydrangea...here's  a montage of her pink hydrangea from her backyard with photos I took several days ago. Well done Patty! 

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  1. dotty seiter: now playingJuly 9, 2026 at 7:50 PM

    Our last extended family member flew out of Logan this morning to head home, and by midday we were quietly tending to simple tasks following two weeks of high-energy whirlwinds of activity. Your satisfaction in the simple task of sweeping the front door area and walkway struck a chord with me MaryAnn, along with your noticing of Patty's hydrangea front and back. Thanks for the glorious photos!

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    1. MaryAnn ShupeJuly 10, 2026 at 7:37 AM

      I'm sure it was all wonderful Dotty....but there's nothing quite like getting back to the sweet smell of routine. I love all the fabulous chaos and energy that comes with travel and guests....but getting back to the routine is always grounding. I'm heading into a few weeks out of my routine too and I'm looking forward to it all. And after it all....home and routine will be welcomed again.

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  2. AnonymousJuly 9, 2026 at 11:27 PM

    Such beautiful hydrangeas!! I hope your family gathering and visit with other guests are joyful events. Yes, the heat and humidity are rising here and I am trying stay cool and calm! I mentioned you on my instagram post today - did you see it? I am always inspired by you!! Judy

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    1. MaryAnn ShupeJuly 10, 2026 at 7:41 AM

      I do love hydrangeas! Thanks for the good wishes Judy. I just saw your Instagram post.....and was so tickled. Can't wait to see the inside of your concertina. The inspiration is mutual!!!

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