Welcome to Friday. And time for another monthly Share Four Somethings post. These posts go live (with the link-up) tomorrow but I always “get’r done” on Fridays. I will out tomorrow and not blogging. If you read Wednesday’s post, you will know I am going downtown tomorrow. The weather is supposed to be beautiful. Almost spring like! (Spring arrives in March – at least, on the calendar!) And, well, I’m just looking forward to the entire day. But, I’m getting ahead of myself. Let’s look at this month’s SFS prompts. In February, something….
I LOVED – were yummy coffees and fancy coffee drinks. I finally learned to make a simple latte. A very simple latte. But super tasty nonetheless. I have also had a few coffee shop visits this month, including one that was new to me. I read about it on Denise’s blog. She visits so many interesting and local places and, would’nt you know it, she is local to me! I have “discovered” several fun and/or tasty places by reading her blog! I also had a small advent type collection of coffees to try. It was a Valentine themed box of fun flavors to enjoy; however, I did realize that half of them were hot chocolates. I like hot chocolate okay but certainly am not wanting it first thing in the morning. I actually donated those k-cups to our church kitchen. The coffess I tried were all winners though. Flavors such as chocolate marshamallow swirl, raspberry truffle and peppermint patty! I don’t usually go for flavored coffees but it has been a tasty February:)
THAT SUSTAINED ME – was the steady (very slow but steady) progress towards getting my hearing improved. It seems there was a ENT appointment almost every Thursday in February, but each week I saw (or heard) a bit of improvement. Today, at the end of this month, I would say my hearing is pretty close to what it was before the flu in December. Is it perfect? No. But it was less than stellar before all of this. I’m especially grateful that my ears do not hurt anymore. It was a slow process but each step closer to renewed hearing and healed ears definitely sustained me and kept me going this month.
I AM CARRYING FORWARD – well….not cookie Wednesday, apparently. That is what I put for this prompt last month. And I think it lasted about a week. Sigh. Not sure if I want to “reinstate” it. Do I really need homemade cookies every week? Hmmm – actually, I just might:) But for this month, I would say that I am carrying forward my positive attitude (and seemingly good rapport) with winter. I’m not 100 percent sure what is going on but this winter has been different for me. And it certainly has nothing to do with winter being kinder or easier to get along with. Um, no. This winter has been a doozy but it has not gotten the best of me. But – spring is coming! (Did I mention that?) I’m definitely carrying positive energy into March. If I can survive March, I am calling this winter a huge win for me!
I AM MAKING SPACE FOR – others to not only take the lead but also for others to “mess it up,” should that happen. It doesn’t always happen, but sometimes it does. And that is okay. I like to organize. To plan and to take the lead, per se. But, even if I could do it well (or maybe even better), it is okay if someone else is “in charge.” And if the end result is not “perfect,” well that is okay too. That is a whole lot of quotation marks and this probably is not making sense to anyone except me, but I know what I need to do. Step aside sometimes.
Well that was an awkward end to my answers but what is something you are making space for? Do you find that question/prompt challenging? If so, what is something you have loved this month? Have you seen any signs of spring? Let me know in the comments. I hope everyone has a safe weekend. Thanks for visiting the blog today!
I am not sure that I´ll be able to answer the questions well- I´ll have to think about whether or not I´ll join tomorrow. I enjoyed reading your answers. I, too, feel like sometimes that which I ¨share¨ to the world via my blog only makes sense to me or mostly to me, if I don´t want to share specific details of an event. That is OK! I think in general we should write for us- to document that which is on our heart and mind. To the extent others enjoy reading our writing, that is a great bonus. What wonderful news about your hearing! It must be a huge relief. Have a great weekend!
I enjoyed reading your four somethings in February, Jennifer. The last one made perfect sense to me. It is always hard to let someone else lead or perhaps be the responsible one especially if it has been something you have done on a regular basis. I am relieved that your hearing has improved. One thing I have enjoyed/loved this one was gathering with some stitching friends that I hadn’t seen since December. Enjoy your outing into DC with your friends tomorrow.
Happy Friday, my friend! 🙂
Thank you for sharing what you are making space for, because apparently, I needed to hear that right now because there was conviction as I read. Thanks, Jennifer, for always being transparent here in this space. You and I are a lot alike in many ways and I am one who is a planner and like things to happen like I planned. Then when they don’t and it’s because of someone else’s working, well, I have to admit that I do get upset about it. I am definitely going to be working on this making space…part of self-control. ~wink~
Oh, I can relate to your last answer a lot. I have been working on this for the past two years. It is still a work in progress but better. I am so glad you hearing is getting better. I will continue to pray!!!
I love your positive outlook!!!
Glad to hear that your ears are healing and hearing improving.
I love what you say about making space for others to be in charge. I don’t have that luxury at the present moment, but I sure can learn how to let go.
May March bring you joy!
,,,what is something you are making space for? Well, …but one thing I am personally changing is my tone on how I speak to people, especially my students/inmates. It is a work in progress…and I have noticed a slight change in reception…and a little change in myself. Sometimes, you just have to let it go—all this control–my husband’s favorite saying is, “You want to make God laugh? Tell him your plans.” This especially rings true in my personal life etc.
I am glad to know you are feeling better. Wishing you a happy day.
Hello! Happy Weekend, and Happy March. I am glad your hearing is improving. And I have to say, cookies are a little bit of happiness, so go right ahead! My daughters bake now, so I really don’t have to! In fact, I have some yummy-looking chocolate chip ones on the counter right now! To answer your question, I am attempting to make space for God to lead me this Lent. The prayer I keep coming back to is one from the Hallow app I use. “Father, empty me. Fill me. Use me.” Have a lovely weekend, my friend.
Hi Jennifer 🙂 Well…on the cookie thing…I had the previous’ week of chocolate chip cookies still present on the kitchen counter and then on Thursday I proceeded to make a batch of oatmeal cookies. So I vote YES on the making cookies every week 🙂
On the making space thing…letting go of control is a great one to tackle. For me it’s been not caring so much about my hair (hahaha). I got a short cut this month and after two weeks I’m still struggling with how to fix it. I’ve had to let go caring so much about it looking just right. Maybe after 60 years of living I will become wild and free (hahaha).
Oh Jennifer, praise the Lord that your hearing is restored!! I am rejoicing with you!! Like you, winter usually does me in, but this winter has been much more manageable, and we have had so many more personal struggles/illnesses, and like you said, winter has been a doozy! We had snow this morning, thankfully gone now, but it has been a lot this year. I think God has sustained us and carried us through. I also find the “making space” for prompt difficult, I just don’t think like that. I wish I could remember to get over here multiple times a week like I used to, I do enjoy reading your blog. Have a wonderful week!
Really pleased that there is positive news with your hearing, Jennifer.