It's the thought

Today's true homemakers realize and respect the meaning of the words sustainability and frugality. We do not need house keepers, nannies or the top of the line anything. We live in the warmth and comfort of the homes we create for and with our loved ones.

Sustainability is our nature and frugality our mantra. We grow gardens, mend clothing, repair what is broken and create what we can.

We seldom heat our meals in the microwave or toasters. Instead, we take great pride in the preparation and the details of the meals we prepare and through that we take pride in ourselves. "Fast food" are not words often found in our vocabulary.

Today's society has become a throw away one. Our landfills have replaced natural habitats and our over flowing with our "must haves".

What happened to giving of ourselves? Why do we feel the need to buy expensive gifts to express our feelings? Do you not remember your younger years and how good it felt to present your mom with a fist full of dandelions from the yard? We need to return to those days of innocence.

Bake cookies for a neighbor and share them while exchanging stories over a cup of tea. Pick a bouquet of wild flowers for the center of your family's table. Make a homemade card for a sick friend. "It's the thought" has been a lost idea for far too long and it's up to us to return it to it's rightful place.

As you carry on with your day, do something to make someone else smile and then watch the chain reaction begin. Remember, your smile is the prettiest things you can wear and share. ♥