I often walk into a messy room and sigh. . . Yet I realize that if I don't use my creativity, the room will not look inviting. I want my rooms to be pretty. I want my husband and children to enjoy the quiet and order of home life.
All I have to do is put away a few items. . . Then tuck in chairs. . . I straighten pillows. . . sweep floors, and wash mirrors. Each little task is progress. Just another polish here, and a tidy there, and soon my rooms look lovely.
A messy room can be a challenge. But more often than not, it is a beautiful way for us to enjoy the fruit of our labor. With our own efforts and skills, we can create loveliness.
Once the work is done, I sit with a cup of tea
and enjoy a much deserved homemaking break. But the greatest reward of all, is when my family walks into a room, smiles to themselves and does not say anything about it. They are content and at peace, because that is the environment I strive to keep for them. Everything is right with the world, when Mother's home is pleasant and tidy.
Blessings
Mrs.White
From the Archives -
When the Children Grow Up - Sitting Alone at the Kitchen Table.
The Importance of Home Economics Training.
Bring back the Formal - Breakfast at Home.
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I could feel that sigh you described--I've done it a thousand times! It's a privilege to be the woman of the house, who makes it all neat and inviting again.
ReplyDeleteI have been following your blog for about a month or so... I love it. When I read it, it gives me peace. I find the way you approach life and your home and family very soothing... I need this, because I am a little high strung for my own good. Thank you for creating a place to come to that brings peace, calmness and quiet to my day. I am also doing the prentiss study.... thank you for that as well!!
ReplyDeleteI really need to work on my attitude...I would love to feel the way you do about my house.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much for this, Mrs. White. I know this feeling...now to do some cleaning so that I can delight in a clean house once again. :)
ReplyDeleteDear Mrs. White,
ReplyDeleteI admire your determination to serve your family even when things are difficult for your.
ஐღMrs.Laura Laneღஐ
Harvest Lane Cottage
...doing what I can with what I've got where I am
on a short shoestring budget!
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