Autumn Colour

I had a slow start to my day and I welcomed it wholeheartedly, making the most of this week where I'm home with the fam and there is no school routine to dictate my schedule. J is also off work this week so it feels good for us to just be in this slow, gentle routine together. We went out for a coffee this morning, and it feels like the Autumn season really got into full swing in the short time we were away.

Later I walked into town on my own, I needed to call in at the bank to make an appointment and pick up a few groceries. I took a homemade chilli out of the freezer this morning and bought some large baking potatoes to have with it instead of rice. Perfect Autumn comfort food.

On my way home I detoured into the church yard, it was unplanned and somehow I found myself there without really realising that's where I wanted to go. I have felt a little like I've been in a daze today, a bit detached from reality. I sat on a sunny bench for a little while, watching people come and go. I chatted to the jackdaws (I was surrounded by them on all sides, seven in total like a little gang) and ate half a bag of sugar snap peas. Afterwards I wondered what I must have looked like, a lady sitting on a bench talking to the birds and eating peas. I'm obviously in my crazy bench era.

I really enjoyed my slow stroll home, wandering these much loved little pathways along the canal side. Being by water is so calming. Obviously the sea will always have my heart but I'm drawn to any kind of water - lakes, ponds, rivers, waterfalls, fountains, canals.

The colours of Autumn were looking so inviting today, I can't believe how much change there has been in the trees since last week.

^^ Isn't it beautiful? This Japanese Acer puts on such a fiery show each year - you can see the pretty leaves it sheds onto the pavement in the first photo.

I want to thank you all for the comments you've been writing to me on my recent posts, and to tell you how much they have meant to me. I know from what you write that so many of you have enjoyed my daily ramblings, and in turn I've really, really enjoyed your words written back to me in the comments. We (you and me) are a two way street, isn't that a lovely thought?

Writing a daily October blog has been weirdly therapeutic, and although at times I've felt very vulnerable sharing such personal life stuff, it has helped me a lot to be able to share my thoughts. I know for a fact that if I hadn't committed to Blogtober, you would not have heard from me at all during these past few weeks. I would have hibernated until my emotions were back in check. And yet I don't have one regret about showing up in this space and writing about my days, it's proof that no matter what we go through, there is always beauty in the world and things to be grateful for. Those small moments of mindfulness and gratitude mean so much, most especially on the fraught days.

If you followed me in past years with Blogtober you will know that I do like to put together a monthly review at the end. It's a fun post for me to create and I'm looking forward to doing it again this year. This month has been far from ordinary! I can't even remember what was happening at the start of October, it's all a blur in my mind - haha - I wish this was an exaggeration, but sadly it's true. No. Idea.

So a review will be coming, it's a mystery what it will look like, but I'll be happy to share it with you.

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♥ Blogtober 2021 review

♥ Blogtober 2020 review

 

 

Comments

[Leah]

I've just discovered your beautiful and inspirational blog. It's a real pre Christmas treat, thank you.

[Kristine S]

It is so obvious how much we all recognise a lovely person, in your blogs. Keep on being you - lovely Lucy. We all care about you & your loved ones. Be well, we do care very much. I can't wait to catch up again... so far away to September!

[CJ]

So glad you are home. The crazy bench lady comment made me laugh. I have loved reading your Blogtober posts, thank you for sharing. CJ xx

[Elizabeth]

Such lovely pictures, each one an instant mental vacation. Serene would be a good description — a wonderful sensation of "ahhhhhhh." Just glorious. Thank you for blogtober. I have read each one, and all the comments too. The tsunami of affection that has poured out to you from your readers from all over the world is heartwarming. You've had quite the trial this month, the culmination of many years of difficult situations, but the outcome has turned out well. I hope it continues to be so, that your father has at last found a home in which he feels comfortable and at ease, and that you can exhale and become yourself again. Be well.

[Kim]

Thanks for sharing so bravely. Wishing you lots of recovery time and patience with the dark winter closing in. Your ability to find the positive inspires so many people, as you can tell from the comments on your posts. That is such a strength, and your sharing it means it is amplified in a world that desperately needs light, love and something good to focus on xx

[Kate]

Thank you Lucy for your daily posts. My partner has Alzheimer's so life is pretty difficult but you have helped me to focus on all the good and lovely things that life has to offer. With love xx

[Juliana]

Thank you so much for taking us with you throughout the month! It's been a real pleasure to be able to escape from our own routines for some minutes every day, and feeling close to you at the same time.
I share your passion of collecting feathers, fallen leaves, seeds and pebbles, and my two sons do it too. They are 6 and 9, and love observing the natural world. And the youngest also loves decorating and is always having crafty ideas, I love it!
Sometimes I feel I just need to do things realllly slowly for one day or two,being introspective, and it feels good to just notice it and accept it.
I hope you are doing well. Thank you again for being so kind and writing in your blog.

[Monika]

So glad you had a sunny day to welcome you home, Lucy.
That's for sure: there is always beauty in the world and things to be grateful for. And autumn is so spectacularly beautiful! Here in South Eastern Ontario, Canada, the leaves are definitely past their peak, in fact we had the first snow on Halloween, luckily at night, after all the little trick-or-treaters were safely home with their loot. I went for a walk at 10 pm - it's so bright and was a real winter wonderland. Enjoy your slow week!

[Marjorie]

Thank you Lucy for doing Blogtober I have followed your post ever day, I hope you will feel more able to relax now and having your family with you.this week is great for you. I hope your Dad enjoys his new home and you know he is in a safe place and well looked after. Now it’s time for you to have a bit of R and R time and enjoy what you like doing. Take care Lucy and thank you for all you do for us your followers. Love Marjorie

[Pat]

It’s a privilege for us to be part of life in the attic and your posts are always such a joy to read - colourful, emotional, inspirational and so “normal” we can all identify with your ups and downs. Please take time for yourself now for a few days to reflect and relax - and know we are all here for you and looking forward to hearing from you soon. ❤️💙💛💖💚🧡💜

[Susan]

Wonderful sources of colour inspiration surround you in your walks. I hope this month is less stressful for you. Live reading your blogs. Xxxx

[Rose 🌹]

As we head toward Summer here in NZ, I’m loving the autumnal photos you have shared. Slow down for a bit, rest well & enjoy the season of change. Thank you for all you do 😊💛🧡🤎

[Patricia A]

Do some crocheting.
Plan a new blanket.
Then have some soup or coffee.
Go for a walk with J.
Enjoy your lovely Autumn colours.
Then have a hot chocolate. :-)

[Norma]

Been such a reflective time for me while being curious about the life & events on the other side of the planet, in my home country.
Thanks for taking us through your thoughts and experiences & Blogtober, of course 😊 xx

[kate]

and i have very much enjoyed your posts this month, sharing such a vulnerable time in your life has made me feel so much less alone. so thank you. my wish for you is one of peace and contentment through this tough time.

[Debbi Robertson]

I really didn't think I'd find a new post from you today, but wanted to check in anyway. So glad I did! I literally laughed out loud at your description of the start of your "crazy bench era". That felt good! Enjoy this slower paced week, and continue to ease in gently to the present. Sending love.

[Conni]

Everyone understands what you have been going through, and it’s a hard thing to have to do. I’ve been thinking of you, and saying a little prayer for you every day. Bless you, Lucy, your sweet and simple life is a joy to read about, makes these weird days we live in feel a little better.

[MimiCB]

I enjoy your posts so much. You live in a beautiful spot, and you share all that with us.❤️

[Jessica]

Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us. What a difficult time for you. Sending love xx

[Esther]

Thank you so much Lucy for doing the blogtober. I am really pleased that you have felt it has been a two way street and that it has not been just you giving to us but you have felt warmth, love and companionship from us who really appreciate you!
Looking forward to the round up, however it may look! Xx

[Sue]

It’s nice that you’ve been able to share and I hope it’s helped knowing that so many of us have shared your experience at some time and in some way. Just ‘be’. There’s not a right or wrong way to feel in circumstances like these so if you want to sit on a bench talking to the birds, just know that that’s perfectly fine.xxx

[Val]

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[Charlotte]

A really, really ordinary Blogtober is what you'll be hoping for next year! Seriously though, it's always good to know we have friends looking out for us and urging us on. I'm surely not alone in feeling you are a friend that I haven't met, and feeling honoured that you have shared your thoughts with us at such a difficult time. Rest up Lucy, and get yourself thoroughly mentally and physically rested. You have coped amazingly!
The autumn colours in this post are glorious...and there are far worse things you could gobbl;e than a bag of peas!! Cx

[Tineke]

Let it happen, you are mourning the time the chapter has closed. That is the job of the heart, not the brain.

[Veronica Howard]

Beautiful words and beautiful pictures. You are a star Lucy. Enjoy your restful week with your family