Friday Roundup

Friday has arrived.  It's going to be a long weekend.  Funny how when I was working I looked forward to these long weekends, but now all I can think of is missing my friends on Monday.  The center has become so important to me even though the classes are frequently canceled.  Think I'm going to be the one to cancel jewelry class today.  My buddy is away and not sure if I really feel like making anything today.  I get those days.

Spoke with them yesterday about the art class.  It will be fit into the schedule in September.  Good.  Mr. Half Moon is quite lonely hanging in the group room. Looking forward to the September schedule to see if anything new is added.  I know next week someone from the Board of Health will be coming to speak about the diseases which come from mosquitoes and our Assemblyman is coming on Friday for a visit and questions.

Oh I am so looking forward the Autumn.  Ordered my new tablecloth and have been itching to get out my decorations.  With September just about here, I think I will slowly starting digging out Autumn and packing summer away.  I have to do it slowly now because of pain.  It never went away since last October, and I have had to give up a lot of the things I loved--Zumba, line dancing, qigong, but I've filled the void with other activities--jewelry making, tai chi, arthritis exercises, and an occasional dance at the monthly party. 

Has anyone read this awesome book.  I've had it for several years and dig it out as the season's change...especially in Autumn.  I devour every page which contain a combination of folklore, practical spells,  and a reverence for the simple joys we experience in everyday lives. It is really inspiring to follow some of the recipes and advice.

Amazon description of the book:

"The changing of the seasons can feel magical-greens changing to browns and golds, snow melting to show fresh buds. We all recognize these tell-tale signs, but few are aware of the powerful impact each season has on our spiritual lives. Four Seasons of Mojo infuses ancient techniques, rituals, and methods from around the world to use each season's inherent energies to supplement body, mind, and soul.

Designed to further spiritual practices by learning from neighboring cultures, this book provides readers with useful ideas unrestricted by geographic borders, ethnicity, religion, or magical path. Included are recipes and concepts from the Caribbean, African American soul food, Buddhist Meditation practices, sacred Hindu rites, Old European traditions, Australian Aboriginal dreaming lessons, and Native American wisdom."

Have a wonderful long weekend.