I stumbled across this book while shopping for a birthday gift for my Dad. It was an indulgence for me, a gift that no one would give me but myself, a thank you from life for my troubles.
Do I sound as if I have to justify spending money on myself? It's time to straighten my priorities.
I'm writing about this book because it is so valuable in teaching about finding treasures in your own little world. I don't call it "little" to be insulting. When your attentions are entirely focused on one stressful situation after another within your four walls, then yes, your world has shrunk somewhat.
But don't despair! It takes just a brief moment to watch the squirrels digging holes in the back yard, looking for those nuts in that must be there somewhere. The summer birds are coming back, building nests in the rose bushes by the back door. The moon is lower in the sky while the sun is getting higher. Dig deeper into your daily life. What details have you overlooked when you were scurrying about in your previous life? I'd love to hear what you can see now with new eyes.
Vivian Swift's non-fiction book comes from the perspective of a former world traveler who put down roots 10 years ago in a small town. It is about learning meaningful lessons at home. In her March chapter she introduces us to the 14 types of mud she has found, and how she treasures her collection of over a hundred teacups. She takes you on a junket of small-town living.
Life is in the details. It is important to keep this perspective as a kind of storm cellar while the tornado of life swirls about you.
Stay underground until it passes. Stay safe. It will pass.
Till next time,
June
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