Fall Cleaning

I think I'm getting ready for winter. Began cleaning house yesterday with my bedroom. More like redecorating. I have a hooked rug Lil (Bob's mother) made for us many years ago while she was confined to home with emphysema and oxygen. She had a great sense of humor. My favorite words of hers are "The UFO man brought me a package yesterday." I still refer to him mentally that way. The rug has never had a proper home. The colors are all fall colors: brown, orange, yellow, off-white. I made needlepoint pillows years ago in the same colors and pattern. The last couple of days I painted one dresser deep chocolate brown and the other dusky orange. (Not Clemson bright!) Now the rug looks like it belongs. It has some company. ---- It's interesting how inspired I get to decorate - it's rare - usually I'm quite content with things just as they are - simple, off-white, with a bit of red here and there. But, I've lived here now four years, so it's time for some change. The Santa Fe bright colors inspired me this time. Besides, winter is coming and I'll be inside much more and need the brightness to light up my surroundings a bit.----- I'm spending this weekend at Lakemont in the North Georgia mountains at a Center for Spiritual Awareness - a new experience I'm looking forward to - yoga, meditation, and some inspirational talks as well as vegetarian food. I'll give you a report next week. Have a great weekend!