Good Monday morning, my friends. Care to watch yesterday's sunrise with me?
We spent the weekend at the condo, and I am always happy to be an early riser when I can wake up to that.
This is the view from the bridge when we head to the condo.
This is the view when I get off the couch and go swimming for some exercise! Now, this is only in the off-season. In the summer months, it is a bit more crowded!
There is quite a bit of this during the weekends at the beach. We also go to mass, watch movies, play games, and get takeout. Soon, it will be warm enough to sit in the sand. Until then, however, I am cozy and content. I think contentment is underrated and underappreciated these days. With the addition of so much outside noise invading our minds through various social media platforms, we are constantly being exposed to more things we need to buy, more places we have to go, more ways to make our lives better. I happily opt out of all that. What I embrace is peace and routine and ordinary days.
Speaking of, today is an ordinary day around here. We are home at the house. There will be coffee, prayers, puppies and blankets. Then homeschool, coffee, dinner, shower, jammies, and Bachelor. A happy day at home.
Have a cozy day, my friends. Tuesday is Mardi Gras, so Madison and I are planning a delicious, fun meal to celebrate that. And then Wednesday begins Lent. Easter will be here before we know it! Thanks for visiting. I am always happy you do!
Billie Jo
A beautiful sunrise indeed! I, too, appreciate the ordinary, quiet days. I was just thinking of that last night. Sometimes life throws curveballs, and the outside "noise" is always there. It also helps that I'm a homebody. Haha! I can't wait to see what you and Madison cook up!
ReplyDeleteThat sunrise is just breath taking. I love the quiet stillness of the early morning.
ReplyDeleteContentment is underrated. There's often far too much talk of happiness and instant gratification these days.
Have a lovely week. Xx
I love watching the sunrise. It's so beautiful, especially over the water. You've captured the beauty perfectly!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful sunrise! Beautiful peek into your contented life. I just read all of your introduction information for the first time in awhile. What a terrific way to learn a bit more about the lovely author of this inspiring blog!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Laura Lane
You have a beautiful life filled with what is most important to you.
ReplyDeleteWe (the universal we, not me) seem to think contentment is a life that is wasted by not being filled to the brim with projects or excitement. I love having a pretty simple life. It is enough for me.
Your sunrise is gorgeous, from beginning to end! I hope to see your Mardi Gras food!!
ReplyDeleteContentment. Isn't it grand? I am so glad you can just be right now. I am also looking forward to seeing your Mardi Gras party after the fact!
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for sharing the sunrise with me dear Friend. It's stunning! God is so good, isn't He? I plan to pray and thank Him lots extra this Lenten season. That swimming pool looks so inviting!! I think it's such a wonderful (& more fun) way to exercise. Enjoy your mardi gras goodness and have a blessed week ahead. xoxo
ReplyDeleteThat's a gorgeous sunrise, and a gorgeous view from the pool! Enjoy Mardi Gras!
ReplyDeleteCouldn't agree more about the real noise of modern life. Back in the day there were local noise ordinances against muffler-less motorcycles & cars, loud parties, barking dogs. Excessive loud movies have driven away patrons. I think "the noise police" have given in.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful life. I love the beach. I love the ocean and the sun!
ReplyDeleteThere is a lot to be said for peace, routine, and ordinary days.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful photos. The pups are so cute.
ReplyDeleteHi Billie Jo! Gorgeous sunrise. I love your happiness and contentment with ordinary days at home with those you love. Have a good week. See you again soon!
ReplyDeleteHappy Monday Billie Jo! The sunrise is beautiful and I thank you for sharing. My favorite place is at home with my husband, dog and knitting.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Betsy
Oh Billie Jo, this post reminded me of Sarah at Clover Lane. You both are such good examples of cherishing everyday. I’m so grateful for the reminder to appreciate the beauty of small moments
ReplyDeleteLovely, lovely, lovely!!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous sunrise. Perfect way to start the day. :)
ReplyDeleteSuch a stunning sunrise...Sounds like you have the perfect fun-filled day and evening all planned out...I sure enjoy seeing pictures of your little fur babies...they are sooo cute!! You will be enjoying the beach and sand in no time...Looks like such a peaceful place. enjoy the day Billie Jo and the bachelor!!
ReplyDeleteThe sunset looks lovely.. as do those cutie dogs.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful sunrise photos! We had a quiet, cozy day yesterday. Church, then out to eat for lunch, then home in our recliners. And I even took a nap! Ahhh, rest and peace. I prefer that over the noise any day!
ReplyDeleteWhat beautiful sunrises! I am also trying to be more of a homebody. I spent months away last year helping out others, neglecting my own home and peace of mind. I could spend every day at home, doing my usual stuff, and never tire of it. Doing it with cute dogs makes it even better!
ReplyDeleteWow, that sunrise was spectacular! Hope you have a wonderful ordinary week!
ReplyDeleteA lovely start to the week! Hope your Tuesday has been just as delightful as Monday:) I really like the blog header...and look. I always enjoy a visit to your blog!!
ReplyDeleteI love the ordinary days :)
ReplyDeleteLove your words of contentment, Billie Jo. They are right on with what's happening with all the outside noise that is affecting people in so many ways. So good that you go swimming at the pool. And your sunrise photos are just lovely. Love your Disney cup, by they way. ; )
ReplyDelete~Sheri