Monday, September 13, 2010

At my house


At my house today I am a little flustered .
There is too much going on around here 
and I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed at the moment .

I see this view
 each time I park my car at home
and as I have teenagers there is a lot of driving in and out .
It was good to take the time this
morning to take this photo,
sometimes I just need to slow down
 a bit and enjoy the view .

See how others cope at their houses over at Lou Lous .

Edited to add - Just reread this and thought it sounds like
a big whinge , it's not meant to be .
I'm busy with lots of great stuff , life is good
and I'm extremely grateful .



32 comments:

mel @ loved handmade said...

That's a beautiful view & I love the blossom around everywhere at this time of year. I hope are able to enjoy some quiet moments this week..

Cathie said...

you're allowed to have a bit of a whinge!
we all do it.
love the blossoms!
hope your week is a calm one.

Sarah Craig said...

Whinging is allowed! Just remember more often to stop and take a deep breath, and enjoy the view!

Allie said...

Any reminder to slow down and enjoy the view is a good one, Clare - too often we breeze through our days without taking the time to look around! You have a wonderful view!

Liz said...

your area is looking so green at the moment. Nice view.Wonderful blossoms.Amazing how things like this can help us "refocus"

Cotton Kiwi said...

What beautiful blossoms. Thanks for sharing your lovely view.You didn't sound like you were whinging, just busy. Hope you get a break today!

Tamara | One Craftee Mumma said...

oh sounds like you are having a week like I had a couple of weeks back! chin up! I survived! All I can say is lucky I am pregnant and couldn't drink!!! Hope the week gets better and a little less busy for you!

Apple Avenue Quilts said...

Wow your view is amazing! Take a deep breath, enjoy the blossoms, and remember tomorrow is another day. I always wonder when people complain about boredom...I wish I had time to be bored! Sounds like you are the same.

Beck said...

I didn't read it like that honey, I think we all know that feeling when life is busy, busy and you seem to be never staying still. Your view is so gorgeous and tranquil and special - and what a great reminder to stop and breathe & appreciate. Have a great week xo

A Bite of Country Cupcakes said...

I regualrly remind myself to just breathe and be thnkful for those little tings....I too have a good life but gosh it is busy no maTTER HOW i TRY to simplify

RG said...

Doesn't sound like a whinge to me Clare...sounds real and I love that about you... it's refreshing!!!
Wishing you some quieter moments and keep enjoying that view and thanks for sharing it.
Robyn xx

Unknown said...

I felt the same on the weekend. End of school term, hayfever looking forward to the school hols need to just go slow, no routine and no deadlines.
Charmaine

Kelly Casanova said...

A beautiful view, I need to remind myself constantly to be grateful, but we're all allowed a whingee sometimes!

Lou said...

I agree with everyone above. A beautiful view and certainly ok to have a bit of a whinge sometimes even if it is because you are busy with good things. Busyness can still become a bit stressful.

Thanks so much for joining in this week. Lou.

byebyebirdie said...

stopping is sometimes hard but I think we all need to for a bit, with the busy lives that we all seem to live. And what a lovely view!

Cat from Raspberry Rainbow said...

I love your view! So lovely. Even better it reminded you to slow down. We all need reminding some days.
Big cuddle for Toby - I have a crush on him, I think!

Leesh said...

LOVE the blossoms :)

Jodie @ The Haby Goddess said...

I didn't think you were whinging Clare, you were being wonderfully honest :) Life does get a little crazy, it's lucky you do have this wonderful view where you can take a moment.

Killiecrankie Farm said...

It's that waining moon ! There are quite a lot of us in a bit of an off mood today :) - and really it's a fair cop - life is way to busy most of the time.

Maria said...

What a glorious view. It is nice to be able to stop and smell the roses sometimes but you are a busy Mum.

Cat said...

We all have days where we just need to get things out there and just have some time to breath. I'm glad you got a chance to stop and enjoy such a beautiful view. Enjoy the rest of your week.:)

Pauline said...

lovely view Clare...we know you wouldnt whinge...and you are always sooooooo busy..nice to see you outside for once..rofl...cheers

Anna Rosa Designs said...

Hi Clare,
Ahhhh, a breathe of fresh air!
Gorgeous view.
Happy creating,
Hugs,
Anna

marina said...

What's a whinge or two amongst friends!
Sounds like that lovely view is a reminder to slow down.

Cardygirl said...

Not whingeing...just talking about a hectic life! Great view!

RobynLouise said...

Lol, it's so overwhelming to have so many nice things to do that you don't know where to start! What you're really having a whinge about is that there's only 24 hours in a day and sometimes you'd like to just loll back,enjoy the view and veg out, whilst dreaming up the next item to make. Have fun being busy :D.

Beedeebabee said...

Gosh, your view is just gorgeous!
xo Paulette

Carmel's Closet said...

If that was my car parking view, I would probably spend a lot of time in the car. Thanks for popping into my blog and leaving a sweet message.
Your're allowed to say you're feeling overwhelmed if that's what you are. Just remember to take a little time out.
Have a lovely week.
Carmel

Kerryanne @ Shabby Art Boutique said...

With a view like that Clare you simply must stop, breathe and take in the scenery.
Hope you have a magical day,
Kerryanne

Cyndi said...

What an absolutely stunning view, Clare. If that's what I had to look at every time I wanted to leave my house, I'd just never leave! :o)

XOXO,

Cyndi

Pam said...

Oh beautiful view Clare! Those little flowers on the tree look so pretty. Looks a little like a stone fruit tree?
Never entered my head that you were whinging! :o) x

A Spoonful Of Sugar said...

Wow - what an amazing view! I think when you have teens - life is so busy, sometimes it is good to stop and admire the view:)