Less Might Be More
"In an age of speed, I began to think, nothing could be more invigorating than going slow. In an age of distraction, nothing can feel more luxurious than paying attention. And in an age of constant movement, nothing is more urgent than sitting still."
Dear One,
In the Fall, as I switch my home from cotton blankets to down comforters and tuck deck furniture safely away, I am often inspired to de-clutter along the way. Somehow seeing the "stuff" from two seasons as it passes through my hands helps me be my best triaging self. And if I didn't use something during the past summer, why do I think will I use it in the next summer?
It leaves me wondering if I might not do the same with my autumn schedule. As I put the summer tasks to bed, can I let some of them go for next year? And as I add things to my calendar for the coming months, can I be more forthright with myself about what won't serve me well in the short days of winter? Can I stop thinking my life is richer when my calendar is fuller? Because it's truly not. My life is richer when I'm doing the things that suit me: things that bring more energy than they take (at least sometimes), things that inspire curiosity, things that make me smile, things that leave me happily tired at the end of the day.
In the spirit of de-cluttering home and schedule, I'm wondering about making the choice of my next project easier. I've been hemming and hawing over my next sweater: I find a yarn I like, but cannot settle on a sweater...or I'm completely charmed by a pattern, but the yarns that are appropriate just aren't speaking to me. So maybe I simplify it.
Maybe I choose the beautiful Elegante Wrap Kit from our friends at Malabrigo and Blue Sky!
No colors to ponder, no arguing with myself over yarn types. This sweet kit contains everything but the US 7 needle and the advanced beginner knitting skills. I'm pretty sure I have both of those in the couch cushions at home.
The finished Elegante Wrap gets a lot of attention in the shop and would be great as an extra layer at my favorite restaurant right now...and will also work as a traditional scarf under a big winter coat in the months to come.
The more I think about it, the more I like the prospect of simplifying wherever possible. And maybe when I'm struggling to make a decision, it's because I'm not ready...or something else isn't quite right.
May you trust yourself to choose the right thing---even when it means choosing less.
Warmly,
Gaby
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