Merci Bow-coup

    If you read back through my decade of posts, you'll see a lot of hate for the winter.  I'm not a fan of the cold or driving on slick roads, but I have been trying as of late to really make the most of the winter break.  On our most recent snow days, while my family and I were snowed in together for 5 days, I spent a further three days at home before I had to return to work.  During that time, I decided to really let myself rest from some of my daily routines.  That meant that I slept in as late as I wanted, put on my comfy overalls and fuzzy socks, no make up, no hair styling.  

    Instead, I decided to focus on things like working out, eating well, and tidying up around the house.  I thoroughly enjoyed the time of rest and by the time my next scheduled work day rolled around, I was fully ready to put on a pretty dress, do my hair, leave the house and get back to my regular routine.  At times like this I think of Ecclesiates 3: There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens. 

    There are plenty of times throughout the winter when I choose a dress and an apron to work around the house (feast your eyes on today's festive housedress as a prime example); I love my job and my routine and all the good things, but there is a time to rest from them as well.   Winter is a season of rest and these long snow days are the best days of all to take a break from the rush and routine and be as cozy as possible and I am grateful for every moment.

 Outfit Info: Judy Bow-Tiful Swing Dress