Hi everyone
What a wonderful summer we're having! We're gearing up for a family fun day on Sunday with free bar-b-q so praying the lovely weather holds out.
Since my last blog post life has just got busier and busier. But as always I'm loving the freedom not being tied to an office 5 days a week brings. It does mean I have to exercise some discipline over my time, which isn't one of my fortes I readily admit.
I find it very easy to get side tracked. I often write a list in the mornings of all I want to achieve by the end of the day, but invariably end up having been busy all day, only managing about half the things I'd set out to do! I quite envy people who are able to stay completely focused on one task until it is finished. I remember going on those 'time management' courses at work. You know, the ones which teach you to 'only handle a piece of paper once across your desk'. A psychologist would have a field day with my desk at home - each piece of paper must occupy every part of my desk at some point before it finally gets posted/filed/shredded. I'm sure there are some bits still on there from when I first moved in over 6 years ago!
Hey ho, as my Mum says it wouldn't do for us all to be the same. The world would be a very boring place if that were the case.
As usual I'm rushing around and I'm conscious I haven't uploaded many photos recently so I thought I'd add some to this post.
I had a wonderful day out with some girlfriends to Buckingham Palace last week. There is a special exhibition on for the 60th anniversary of the Queens coronation. In addition to the breathtaking interior of the Queens London residence the exhibition gave wonderful insights into what went on behind the scenes in that historic year.
I was particularly impressed with the skill of the dress designers, makers and embroiderers of all the gowns for the Queen and Royal family.
But we all agreed it was the simple, completely plain dress the Queen wore when she was anointed with oil which somehow seemed most poignant. It was cream linen, full pleated skirt, v neck and without any adornment at all. This was not seen on the television footage because this part of the ceremony is very private and takes place under a huge canopy. It's the moment the Queen is stripped of all her regalia of office and is anointed with holy oil before the Lord God Almighty, acknowledging Him as her Lord and Saviour.
One of my friends was explaining, it is a large quantity of oil which is used and you could see pale yellow staining all down the folds of the dress. I can't help thinking what an incredibly intimate moment that must have been for Queen Elizabeth, who has never hidden how much her faith has sustained her over the years. I have great admiration for this woman who has always taken her duties seriously and served her people so faithfully all these years.
You're not allowed to take any photos inside the palace but here are a couple of lovely images from the grounds, which were a joy to walk through.
Been great to share with you all again and hope you enjoyed my few little piccies.
Blessings as usual and I hope everyone is able to enjoy this lovely weather for many more weeks to come.
Luv Jules xx
What a wonderful summer we're having! We're gearing up for a family fun day on Sunday with free bar-b-q so praying the lovely weather holds out.
Since my last blog post life has just got busier and busier. But as always I'm loving the freedom not being tied to an office 5 days a week brings. It does mean I have to exercise some discipline over my time, which isn't one of my fortes I readily admit.
I find it very easy to get side tracked. I often write a list in the mornings of all I want to achieve by the end of the day, but invariably end up having been busy all day, only managing about half the things I'd set out to do! I quite envy people who are able to stay completely focused on one task until it is finished. I remember going on those 'time management' courses at work. You know, the ones which teach you to 'only handle a piece of paper once across your desk'. A psychologist would have a field day with my desk at home - each piece of paper must occupy every part of my desk at some point before it finally gets posted/filed/shredded. I'm sure there are some bits still on there from when I first moved in over 6 years ago!
Hey ho, as my Mum says it wouldn't do for us all to be the same. The world would be a very boring place if that were the case.
As usual I'm rushing around and I'm conscious I haven't uploaded many photos recently so I thought I'd add some to this post.
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| My friends cat, helping us pack the boxes, ready for moving house |
I was particularly impressed with the skill of the dress designers, makers and embroiderers of all the gowns for the Queen and Royal family.
But we all agreed it was the simple, completely plain dress the Queen wore when she was anointed with oil which somehow seemed most poignant. It was cream linen, full pleated skirt, v neck and without any adornment at all. This was not seen on the television footage because this part of the ceremony is very private and takes place under a huge canopy. It's the moment the Queen is stripped of all her regalia of office and is anointed with holy oil before the Lord God Almighty, acknowledging Him as her Lord and Saviour.
One of my friends was explaining, it is a large quantity of oil which is used and you could see pale yellow staining all down the folds of the dress. I can't help thinking what an incredibly intimate moment that must have been for Queen Elizabeth, who has never hidden how much her faith has sustained her over the years. I have great admiration for this woman who has always taken her duties seriously and served her people so faithfully all these years.
You're not allowed to take any photos inside the palace but here are a couple of lovely images from the grounds, which were a joy to walk through.
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| Out for a walk with my friend and her lively dog Tommy. He also enjoys chewing anything not nailed down, in a tin or low enough for him to pinch. Doesn't necessarily have to be edible! |
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| At the end of a fabulous day out with my Mum and Dad and a few friends, having an ice cream in Hunstanton. Perfect English pastime!(Mum is on the right in the sunglasses, Dad is next to her) |
Blessings as usual and I hope everyone is able to enjoy this lovely weather for many more weeks to come.
Luv Jules xx
