Daffodils are one of the first signs of Spring in Kansas. I was so happy to find some sprouting this past weekend. We are finally starting to get some Spring weather here in Kansas and that my friends is a simple joy. Bring on the sunshine and flowers. I’m also thankful for Allegra (allergy medicine), because although I love the change in seasons, my nose doesn’t always love it.
I’m loving the reality television show The Voice on NBC. I watched it on and off last season, but this year there are two new coaches. Latin singer, Shakira and pop sensation, Usher have joined judges Adam Levine and Blake Shelton. Evidently Cee Lo Green and Christina are taking some time off. My husband and I happened to catch the first show and now we are hooked. The banter between the coaches, especially Usher and Blake Shelton is almost more entertaining to watch than the singers. We can’t wait to hear what their arguments are for contestants to choose them. I think you’d need a background in debate to keep up with this group of coaches. I’m not a big fan of country music and didn’t even know who Blake Shelton was before this show, but now I can’t seem to get enough of him. Usher has a killer smile that melts my heart, Shakira is one tough cookie at 5’3 and Adam is just Adam. I love his music and he just tells it like it is. Adios American Idol, hello The Voice.
I love finding treasures at antique stores. The above picture is of a few of my finds from previous treasure hunting expeditions. The bust reminds me of Christopher Columbus. The brass owl is a bank and part of a set of five. I love old books and the stone statue looks just like my dog Fritz. I’m overjoyed to be going on another expedition in the West Bottoms of Kansas City. I will share a few of my favorite places with you soon.
I watched two interviews with Author and Research Professor, Brené Brown on Oprah’s Super Soul Sunday Show which airs on OWN. You can watch the full episodes here. I purchased her book Daring Greatly several months ago and like most of the books I own it’s been sitting on my bookshelf waiting desperately to be read. Lately, Daring Greatly keeps presenting itself to me in different ways as if to say, would you just read me already. I’ll be sure to share my insights after I’ve read it, which will be very soon.
For now, I wanted to leave you with a few thoughts from Brené. In her many years of research she has found that people who’ve gone through horrific things like losing a child miss the ordinary moments the most not the extraordinary ones. “Lean into moments of JOY!” Actively practice gratitude and be thankful for what you have now instead of worrying that you may not ever have it again. Pay attention to the ordinary moments.
Just watched some of the brene brown series! Loved it! I will be purchasing her books!! Thanks for sharing it.
I’m glad you liked it. I’m looking forward to reading Daring Greatly.
Dawn, don’t you just love daffodils!?!?!? We plant at least 50 new bulbs every year…they are everywhere in our yard and even in the park area we overlook. I was just catching up on The Voice, I think this may be my most favorite season so far. I would like to ask you permission to feature your blog on mine. I have started doing a Friday – From my favorite blogs feature and I would really like to include you in my posts. Let me know. Thank you for a wonderful blog, it is truly one of my favorites!
Wow! That’s a lot of daffodil blubs. I bet it’s beautiful. I would love for you to feature my blog on yours. I’m very honored. Feel free to use any photos that are mine as well.