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I am so excited! I have the morning off from errands and will spend the day doing chores. I noticed the kitchen floor needs to be washed. The living room rug could use a vacuuming and I plan to do some dusting and polishing.
But first, I must put on my favorite homemaking outfit - a nice skirt, pretty top, pearl earrings, heels and my Edwardian apron. I will put my hair up, freshen my make-up and smile and open the windows. I wish usher in rainbows and good cheer and bring life into this place!
Then I will head out to the porch for a delightful time of sweeping and singing some hymns while I work.
Lunch will be a lovely treat made by 15 year old daughter. I will set the table and make sure it looks inviting.
Then we will all gather around the table and play some Monopoly or cards before I must head out for some afternoon errands.
I hope your day is peaceful, happy and virtuous. Even if the children act up around you, keep smiling and keep loving HOME.
blessings
Mrs. White
From the Archives -
Hand Sewing - My review of an Edwardian apron.
Old Fashioned Advice for taking are of the family - - A Comforting Sick Room.
Ration Books from 1942 and helpful advice - Adapting to the High Cost of Living.
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Have fun with the chores! Do you know the Fanny Crosby hymn, "Near the Cross"? I think it is my favorite. Sing it slowly as you sweep. The third verse can be used as a personal daily prayer:
ReplyDelete"Near the cross, Oh Lamb of God//Bring its scenes before me//Help me walk from day to day//With its shadows o'er me."
Chorus:
"In the cross, in the cross//Be my glory ever//'Til my raptured soul shall find//Rest beyond the river."
Thanks Clint. That is a beautiful song. We've sung it at church many times. I found it on Youtube for those who don't know what it is. This one is just someone playing the piano - an old fashioned version -
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Wow, good for you for getting excited about chores, I wish it would rub off on me! I hate chores.
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