Socks and Yes, Monday Again

And I'm continually surprised at how speedily the time goes.  Hard to believe it's Monday again.  Last week felt busy:  had the piano tuned, went to Hale to see Sister Act - they did a great job.  Had lunch with my ministering partner and another ward sister, so fun, though I'm fussing about my hearing - these loud restaurants make me miss so much of what is said.  Practiced the piano to play for Robert who wants to sing for his ailing sister.  Dropped off a couple birthday cards and delivered the towels I embroidered to my storehouse friends.  One of them texted me how much she loves them.  That's happifying. Tried a new-to-us acai bowl, which was ok but I'm confident we won't go back to that place.  Just not the best.We treated ourselves to some take-out ice cream from Leatherby's that we enjoyed after conference.  It was a past tradition Saturday evening to go out for ice cream, or have some family here for ice cream.  That was before the Saturday evening session was just another regular session - when it was Priesthood or Women's meeting.  It always felt necessary (as I always want to feel) to celebrate.  So this time we two did our own very small celebration complete with hot fudge topping.  And I feel zero remorse for those calories.  :^)

So here we are beginning another week.  I loved the weekend - typical Utah weather complete with thunder, lightning, heavy heavy rain, wind and then gorgeous sunshine.  Conference was great, I guess finding that solace/perspective/uplift comes for me with age and experience.  I never happily anticipated Conference when I was younger.  Definitely a lack in me, but now I am amply rewarded for the time spent hearing words of encouragement and love from the leaders of our church.  Saturday felt especially immersive in the Spirit.

Yesterday morning's walk included a sighting of the fox that lives around the trail.  He stopped along the fence and gave us a long survey then trotted off across the field.  I love seeing the wildlife. 

Back in the spring I dithered over buying a package of socks at Costco.  I love socks.  And in my life there's a need for all kinds of socks.  I dithered because I already have drawers (yes multiple) overflowing with socks. But they were very inexpensive and The Husband is always urging me to do / buy something that will be pleasing.  He loves to initiate some measure of enjoyment, happiness.  So, the socks were purchased.  They sat on the top of the dresser for a couple months before I finally broke out a pair.  Then another. They have quickly become my current faves.  Just the perfect thickness, softness, height, everything. Even though they're just really....socks. I keep cleaning out the drawers and tossing the holey ones.  Still I manage to keep those drawers (yes multiple) full.  What a luxury.

I'm grateful for ice cream.  For really good hot fudge (which is my favorite flavor of everything).  For wonderful socks.  For layers to wear today on our morning walk in 40 degree weather (yay for fall!!).  I'm grateful for rain that is followed by sunshine.  For people to help winterize our sprinkler system.  And yes, having a sprinkler system for the yard is a luxury.  For a friend who says to me:  this week is a good time for you to come visit so we can catch up - nice to be invited like I matter.  And I'm grateful for prayers that help turn a discouraged mood around.  I want my heart to smile.