I was sitting in my favorite Winter spot in the house when I got to thinking just how important this spot is to me. Even though it’s not that cold where I live (today it’s 59 degrees), I light a fire in my room every afternoon just before the kids get home from school. I sit by the fire and eat lunch, catch up on emails and sometimes, just relax in order to prepare myself for the afternoon craziness. Even if it’s just for five minutes, it’s still an important part of my day. I’m even sitting here as I type now.
Having a spot in your home where you can unwind is so important. Whether it’s a craft room, sewing room, your bedroom or even a well-loved spot on the sofa, it’s the idea of an environment where you can breathe, feel comfortable and feel at peace. After all, our homes should be a sanctuary, right?
The kids’ first week back at school from the holidays has been a rough transition. Plus, with the start of the new year, I’ve been purging my home of everything that either isn’t necessary or that I don’t truly love. Last weekend, we worked on the kids’ rooms, getting rid of clothes they had outgrown or toys they no longer played with. I then moved on to organizing the coat closet and the closet under the stairs and was able to donate two big bags of items from those two closets alone! I finally got around to my bedroom just yesterday. I really want to make more space to appreciate and show off the items in my home that I really love and cherish.
And yes, I cherish my bedroom chair. I know it’s tattered and torn and the stuffing is falling out, but it’s comfortable and it’s a family heirloom. So now that my room is clean, I can once again sit in my favorite thinking spot and enjoy the cozy fire.
What’s your thinking spot?
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I have that favorite worn spot on the sofa that I sit in. My dream is to finish the office to be a craft/computer room & clean our master bedroom to be more than just a place to watch tv then fall asleep. I want it to be a sanctuary, even if it’s just a corner.
Hi Amy – A cozy spot on the sofa can be a perfect place, but it sounds as if you’re working toward creating another beautiful space for yourself. :)
Hi Kim, I couldn’t agree with you more. My spot is in my craft & office space. It’s full of things that I love, including stacks of fabric. Love your chair.
Anne – I’m so glad you have a place you love! :)
Your spot is lovely. I don’t have a spot… Not yet at least. I hope to as soon as I get the office set up so I don’t have to have my coffee table be my desk. Then, I will have a favorite spot on my sofa.
Loribeth – I hope you get everything set up just the way you want it! :)