I like to get up early in the morning while it is still dark, wander into my kitchen, turn on the lamp on the kitchen counter, get my "Bonjour" teapot and make some tea.
Then I gather a warm quilt and sit in my chaise lounge,
and watch the sun come up through the trees. Some mornings it is breathtaking shades of pink. This morning it looked like this.
Then I get my mug of tea, my journal, my gratitude journal, my bible, my Streams In The Desert and spend some time reading, thinking, praying, being encouraged, and inspired, and planning my day.
On this Valentines Day don't forget to say "I love you" to the ones you love. We can never hear those three words often enough.
Rhondi xo
Good Morning dear Rhondi.....Hope your Valentine Day is lovely..
ReplyDeleteSounds like the perfect way to start every day. Happy Valentine's. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteSuch good advice. Happy valentine's day!!
ReplyDeleteGood morning, my friend - Happy Valentine's Day to you! Thank you for sharing your mornings with us. What an inspiration to see the world around you wake up. I wish I had a place near a window at the back of my house - that's where the sun rises here. I stand at my kitchen sink and watch the sun wake up. And I share your love for 'Streams in the Desert'. Spending time getting direction for your day is the best way to start out. ~Adrienne~
ReplyDeleteP.S. - Is your mosaic frame from Penny at Lavender Hill Studio? It's perfect for you!
What a beautiful way to start your day. Thanks for sharing.
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That sounds like the most peaceful, wonderful way to ease into the day....Happy Valentine's Day Rhondi.
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Penny
I love the way you start your day! Wonderful and inspiring! I love having the time in the morning to get up and look out at a sunrise and mediate on how good God is!
ReplyDeleteHappy Valentine's Day!
Miss Bloomers/Sonia
A beautiful site to wake up too! All God's glory it is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteGreat way to start your day...Happy Valentine's Day!
ReplyDeleteThat really is the perfect way to begin a day.
ReplyDeleteHappy Valentine's Day, Rhondi! You've found the perfect way to begin every day....love that teapot!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice way to start the day. Very inspiring.
ReplyDeleteHappy Valentine's Day to you.
We do not have Valentines day,but I am sure it will come.Happy Valentines day to you,and I wish you a great day you have started it so thoughtully.
ReplyDeleteHello Rhondi!
ReplyDeleteSo nice coming by to visit with you! I felt an immediate connection when I clicked on your place here... if you read my profile you will see we have lots in common.
Just this past week I made a post draft about enjoying the early morning. I have a photo of the window over my kitchen sink just as it looks first thing each day.
And I have had Streams in the Desert by my Bible for the past year and a half! Such encouragement in that little blue book.
Thank you much for stopping by my blog and leaving your comment! Great to meet you!
Kindly, ldh
A beautiful and tranquil way to start the day. Wishing you much love and friendship and all things sweet for Valentine's Day (and every day)! Blessings, Tammy
ReplyDeleteMorning is a quiet and special time. Happy Valentine's Day!
ReplyDeleteLove,
Susan and Bentley
xxoo
Oh that is my very favorite time of day as well. The light is just so pretty, the day is still so new and quiet and full of promise. Perfect time for a cup of tea and a bit of quiet contemplation.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely, peaceful way to begin your day. Aren't we blessed. Have a Happy Valentine's Day.
ReplyDeleteThanks for this post. I have been having hard time lately and have let my meditation time go, never a good thing. You've reminded me of Streams in the Desert, I haven't looked at it in years and I think tomorrow I will. Thanks for that reminder.
ReplyDeleteNice post-I love how you start your day!
ReplyDeleteHappy valentine's Day to you too.
Carolyn
Great way to start off your day...HAPPY V-DAY!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Linda
Hi Dear Rhondi! What a lovely morning ritual! I wish you a very Happy Valentine's Day!
ReplyDeleteBe a sweetie,
Shelia;)
What a perfect way to start any day! Your little chaise looks so cozy. Happy Valentine's Day to you, dear friend! ~ Sarah
ReplyDeleteHappy Valentine's Day, Rhondi. Your quilt is beautiful and I loved the peaceful feel of your post today. It reminded me, I've been meaning to tell you something. You mentioned Streams in the Desert a few months ago, and because of that I picked up a copy for my own quiet time. I can't begin to tell you what a huge difference it's made in my life - all because you mentioned this wonderful book you read. It's really true, "As iron sharpens iron, so one man sharpens another." I just wanted you to know. Hugs, Terri
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful way to start each day, in cozy, peaceful reflection and prayer.
ReplyDeleteMe too, morning is my favorite time and always rise when is stil night.
ReplyDeleteAlfazema
Happy Valentines Day...a day late! A great way to start any day...have a great week!
ReplyDeleteSounds like a perfect morning, Rhondi. Hope you had a lovely Valentine's Day.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Donna
Rhondi, what a wonderful way to start your day!! I hope you had a wonderful Valentine's Day!!
ReplyDeleteOh! The best kinds of mornings.
ReplyDeletesending you wishes both bright and beautiful!
ReplyDeleteRhondi,
ReplyDeleteYou have the loveliest way to begin your day. Such a beautiful gracious home. Hope your Valentine's Day was wonderful.
Lynn