Watty's Awakening

beanielou

What a lovely idea on the baubles each year. 

Watty1

Thanks @beanielou

With the VNM I have discovered a new way of being in the world with a relationship that is contentment based, and aligns with my values.   Saturday evening was spent in front of the wood burning stove, me sewing name tags in some more of his mum's clothes whilst we did a crossword.   We had discussed going out but the local place was fully booked and I had no desire to go to the expensive village place.

I realise I like me and I like this life.   

Edited to apologise to all if that sounds too smug.

Suffolk_lass

Watty1 said:

New thermals have arrived.  Two will need to be sent back for a refund as are see through and cannot possible be of any use (might be in centrally heated office I suppose but not in a draughty barn or outside) two I have kept although I am not in love with the neck line but I am aware I need some new ones this winter so will keep as will be fine under fleeces and sweatshirts and one is simply so much fun I bought a duplicate (uniqlo flowers!)  I now have enough thermal tops and will wait until the sales for leggings to go under riding clothes or dresses.  

This prompted a quick removal of T-shirts and vest tops from main wardrobe and replaced with an organised selection of winter clothes. I thought I had once decluttered my wardrobe to a simple clear state but there seems to be a lot of "stuff" that has appeared.  I have had a quick cull and am undecided whether to list for sale or just donate. Currently leaning towards sunk costs and remove from house but that might be mood related.

I always recommended Helly Hansen - used it skiing in -20c and although the wax on the underside of the skis stuck, I stayed warm and toasty. The stuff I have is 40 years old and stretchy leggings and a button up long-sleeved top. No doubt they have updated (and charge like wounded bulls) but I can vouch for its effectiveness and you do get what you pay for

Cherryfudge

Watty1 said:

Thanks @beanielou

With the VNM I have discovered a new way of being in the world with a relationship that is contentment based, and aligns with my values.   Saturday evening was spent in front of the wood burning stove, me sewing name tags in some more of his mum's clothes whilst we did a crossword.   We had discussed going out but the local place was fully booked and I had no desire to go to the expensive village place.

I realise I like me and I like this life.   

Edited to apologise to all if that sounds too smug.

Not smug at all - it's heart warming to see and I'm happy for you, as I'm sure are many others.

I saw elsewhere that you are getting some treasure out of your loft. Have fun bringing it back into circulation!

daisy_1571

Not smug at all watty.  Contentment is a much underrated thing.  Lasts longer than flashes of deep joy which are wonderful but not sustainable,  contentment however can go on for your whole life.  Wishing you much contentment    

Daisy xxx

KajiKita

Seeing you in contentment with a kind man is just lovely. It brings joy to me 😊

KK

debtfreewannabe321

In total agreement  

Humdinger1

You are never, ever smug @Watty1.  Contentment is vastly underrated but so nourishing...after all, if more people felt it, what would happen to the purveyors of debt? They'd have to shut up shop!! Love Humdinger xx 

savingholmes

Just catching up. So sorry to read about the sudden loss of your friend. Makes your early discussion on making the most of every day and simple pleasures like candles even more poignant. 

Trust your instincts on getting the work done. There will be new work that needs doing by the time VNM retires anyway.

Glad you are feeling content.

badmemory

I agree contentment is seriously underrated.  And also good for your blood pressure.