Recuperating

Self-Care
It may not be so fashionable to mention having a cold virus, but indeed that was my unexpected, and of course unwanted, present for Christmas. Certainly we all have times of being under the weather, and it was my turn.
So it is chicken soup, good rest, and as I have gotten somewhat better, short walks. But it is remaining on a schedule of going to bed on time, drinking lots of liquids, and reading that gets me through. I will admit, readily, that I am not over this one, even after three weeks and visits to several doctors along the way, as we traveled during December and now January.
Tranquility and Peacefulness
Now how does an interior designer rest? Of course by reading design magazines and books, mostly we enjoy Southern Accents and Canadian House and Home, these days.
Also I enjoy simple meditation, by relaxing and thinking calm thoughts and gentle breathing. Its not mysterious or culturally based, but just follows the principles of relaxation.
Wishes
Comfortable surroundings are appreciated on an everyday basis and yes even when we are recuperating. I like our Honolulu apartment with its harmony of golden marble floors, walls a bit deeper, chaises in a nice chenille, and four lovely paintings we have collected.
Wishing you good health and goodwill to share in the New Year, this year 2008.