We recently read an inspiring editorial in the February 2008 "Better Homes and Gardens". It struck both of us as one of those "Yes" moments in life where things seem clearer and you slow down to actually take time to think of YOURSELF! Actually take the time to be thankful for all there is in your life, to appreciate what you do AND don't have. Here is an excerpt from Gayle Goodson Butler's article.
"By the time February arrives each year, I'm already counting the days until the start of spring. And this year, there is one extra day to count: Friday, February 29, the Leap Day in Leap Year 2008.
Time found: That's an occasion just waiting to be celebrated. So often, I catch myself saying 'If I just had one free day, I'd...' Try a workshop. Schedule a yoga session. Volunteer for a campaign. Have an unhurried lunch with someone I'd like to know better.
Now that I've got that extra day, I'm following through. On February's fifth Friday, I'm taking the day off to do one out-of-the-ordinary thing that will make my life better or broader- a little leap forward, you might say. I don't yet know what that will be, but I like thinking of the possibilities and where they might lead. Little leaps, I've found, are often the start of bigger things.... What little leap have you taken recently that's made your life better or led you in new directions?"
Coincidentally this Friday, February 29, Gala- A New American Bistro is hosting a party from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Free appetizers will be served and the winners of our Downtown Farmington prize packages will be announced. For more information on Gala and the contest, please see our previously posted Blogs.
We also have two classes coming up at Eclectic Elegance. On Saturday, March 15, Kathy Spellman will teach a four hour beginning watercolor class. All supplies are included in the $65 cost. The class begins at 10:00 a.m.
Liberty Street Gardens will bring the soil and the plants to the Purple Building on April 24 for a 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. class. The cost for this informative class is $45. Please bring a pot 12" in diameter and we will supply the rest. There will be an up-charge for larger or multiple pots. Please call 248-478-7220 for more information or to make your reservations.
We hope you have a great week, no matter what you do with your extra day. Hope to see you soon in your favorite Purple Building, Eclectic Elegance.
Dana and Nancy
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