There's something new at my house … not the plates, nor the napkins or placements.
Not the cutlery, though I've just noticed we were using the English charity
shop cutlery we use when our regular stuff is all in the DW.
No, it's my place at the table. After years, and I mean years, of
looking at the wall while I eat, and the garage out the window,
I have moved to the other side of the table.
Previously I sat where I did as it was easy to jump up to the stove or sink.
Now I have to walk a few steps further, but my view of
our pretty yard and my beloved kitchen is sweeter.
our pretty yard and my beloved kitchen is sweeter.
This all came about because (LOL) of the sun's reflection on the
garage which bothers my eyes because of my blossoming cataracts.
I can't get over how it feels like there is something new at our house…
It's amazing how much I am enjoying such a small change!
You have made me think about changing my place at our table! Hmmm, might have to try that! Have a merry weekend!
ReplyDeleteNow you know why I rearrange the furniture in my house so often! I switched the placement of my computer on my desk at the first of the year. I'm ready for another change, but not sure I can come up with a third view out my window....but you've got me to thinking about it and other places I might change my view. I LOVE your table setting. I'd feel very welcome at your table just from the way you set your table.
ReplyDeleteP.S. I love the way you kept us in suspense. ☺︎
ReplyDeleteGood for you changing your place. It has taken me many years to learn to put the 'practical' aside from time to time and simply enjoy life. Merry Christmas from your new view.
ReplyDeleteNow that is just plain awesome.
ReplyDeleteSometimes it truly IS the simple things that most delight.
I cannot tell you how huge my smile is for you now.
Hugs.
Getting a new view on life, whether figuratively or literally, is mind-stretching. What a great post!
ReplyDelete:-)) That is so funny, isn't it, how we get used to doing things a certain way and just the smallest change can make such a difference! congratulations on your new view. And BTW, your kitchen just glows with warmth and hospitality, Dotsie.
ReplyDeleteI like this Dotsie. A new view and change of scenery, even at the dining table, can do a lot for one's outlook. And the change creates a bit of exercise too. ;) Bonus!
ReplyDeleteI am like you, always sitting in the chair closest to the kitchen or stove and not always with the best view. Good for you to make a change. The two place settings are Christmasy and inviting.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed this post very much, Dotsie. It's the little things in life that make a great difference, don't they? I am sorry for the reason you have moved your place at the table, though. ♥
ReplyDeleteSo true, is it not, that a simple change like a new perspective from one's seat at the table can make it all seem new. I love your table settings too, such a pretty Christmas tree on that plate. Very festive. Blessings to you and yours for a lovely Christmas.
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ReplyDeleteToo, too funny, dear friend!!!
I do understand what you mean about 'the change in scenery"!!!
Enjoy your view!!!
Fondly,
Pat
Isn't it funny how we get used to something and don't think about changing it, but when we do it's amazing to us?!
ReplyDeleteI love your dishes and napkins and placemats!
Deanna
Ditto Deanna...because I was going to say what she said but she said it first!! :)
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your new place!!
I just changed from sitting at the bar to my pine
ReplyDeletefarm table so could see all of my blue china...I wish I had done this sooner.
I just changed from sitting at the bar to my pine
ReplyDeletefarm table so could see all of my blue china...I wish I had done this sooner.
It's funny how we fall into habits that aren't always the perfect ones. I am glad you have a new view.
ReplyDeleteGlad you thought to change your table to window perspective! Love the dishes in fact I'm on the hunt to gather a few of those plates up for my plate rack at Christmas time. It will be a fun adventure trying to find them. Have a very Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteYour table setting is lovely!
ReplyDeleteSometimes small changes have the biggest impact, don't you think? You'll enjoy your meals more now. :)
ReplyDeleteI love the Pink Castle Christmas dishes, Dotsie. I'm hoping to get some of the salad plates (maybe this year). :) Have a joyous week!
Hugs,
Denise
Doesn't a change in perspective help us all. What a good lesson. Enjoy your new view. Pretty table.
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