My Happiness Project

I recently read a book called The Happiness Project. Dear Daughter-in-law told me about this book and after reading it, I am curious about the journey for my own happiness project.

The first chapter leads to uncluttering one's life. Living a simpler way. I am horrible at organization and decluttering and I know this prevents me from getting to a better place. Gretchen Rubin, the best-selling author, suggests Unclutterer for help in getting rid of the clutter. I pledge to spend the month of July making peace with the excess in my life and get rid of what I don't need, love or use. My first area to clear will be the laundry room--it's probably the easiest room for me to begin with. The Unclutterer suggests looking at inspiring images of laundry rooms via a Google search of these images. After looking at a few of my favorites, I have a good idea of how I want mine to look. Before and after photos of my laundry room project will be posted within the next week. I am so excited!! I never thought I'd be excited about decluttering and making my laundry room spiffy.
What color should I paint my laundry room? 

A Chat with Mr. Crow

Once upon a chilly June morning, Mr. Eagle was having a chat with Mr. Crow.  Mr. Eagle, hungry, was asking Mr. Crow if he knew of any newcomers to the neighborhood.  Mr. Crow said he did not know.

As Mr. Eagle was chatting amiably with Mr. Crow, a gaggle of geese were approaching from the rear.

Do you suppose Mr. Crow did indeed know?  I surely thought there would be a show.

 Mr. and Mrs. Goose and their five youngsters were not happy with Mr. Eagle venturing upon their territory.  They had recently claimed this land for themselves and weren't about to share with the likes of this predator.  With Mr. Crow on one side and Mr. and Mrs. Goose and their five youngsters on the other side, Mr. Eagle soon realized he was outnumbered.  There was not to be a show.  Wouldn't you know.

 Mr. Eagle flapped his mighty wings and with his tail feathers between his taloned legs,  he departed as he arrived--in one fell swoop.  I bet we haven't seen the last of Mr. Eagle.....

 

Mr. and Mrs. Goose and their five youngsters then enjoyed a family swim in Lake Julia.