Until last night, I had been sleeping upstairs in my bed very comfortably. Recently, coming downstairs in the mornings the fire would be out and very difficult to restart. All day yesterday I was remembering all the years that I slept on the first floor through all seasons. After the 2017 fire, that all changed. I already knew I could sleep comfortably on the sofa. I have done that many times in the past. Then the question was, what bedding would I need and would I have enough to be comfortable and warm enough?
Down came my Je T'aime Paris comforter and the two pillows I use, to be paired with a huge burgundy thermal blanket that by itself would keep me toasty.
What a good decision!
Sometimes just one change can carry you back, carry you forward, and even keep you more in the moment. I was on the second book of a trilogy I was reading and finished it before I went to sleep. I slept like a toasty baby. Everything was warm. When I woke up this morning the fire was still going nicely. I got my coffee and cookies, and decided to start #3. I finished #3 just a little bit ago.
Being here felt so good.
The sofa, the covers, checking the fire and adding wood as necessary; all made for a settled ease that I don't always feel upstairs. I enjoyed feeling it again this morning, and giving myself permission to stay cozied up and read my book.
I love watching the fire in the poele. It was an added treat to see the Christmas Tree reflected there. So much love, spirit, and memories to stir in this place of my heart!
Happy Tuesday!
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