Monday, November 16, 2009

The Simple Things

Today the gorgeous Christina is once again hosting a celebration of the simple things.

I can never resist playing along.
Here are a few of the simple things in life
that make my heart sing:


just a moment or two petal-pink sunrise before a grey stormy day


an island rose still thriving in November (in Maine!)


a coconut cupcake at El Rayo Taqueria in Portland--
two forks please, one for you and one for me


the view from my window on that grey stormy day


milkweed seeds at the moment they begin to fly away


a neighbor's blue boat


two friends I spotted sitting in front of me
(well, one was sitting) on the ferry

I am grateful for visits from people I love, a cup of Earl Grey tea before the day's work begins, recipes (new ones and old favorites alike), seltzer water on my tongue, the scent of fallen leaves after the rain, long walks, the roof over my head, the stars above that roof, lighthouses, coffeehouses, the curiosity of children, paintbrushes and new paints, my camera, my family, and my friends, including my dear blogging friends, who inspire me every day.  Most especially, I am grateful for my best friend, who knows just what I love to read, how I take my tea, and where to find the best sea glass at low tide.  He is my treasure--maybe not so simple, but a gift, indeed.  How lucky am I?


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  1. christinaNovember 16, 2009 at 10:42 AM

    a coconut cupcake?? oh that is yummy!
    and let me tell you, that photo of the two friends~omgoodness, that is love! i will always remember this photo warming me, like a hug.
    xoxo

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  2. Angie MuresanNovember 16, 2009 at 10:55 AM

    I have just discovered the deliciousness of coconut. It seems silly that for years and years I turned up my nose to it, without any good reason. I love this post, and I find it so inspiring to begin a workweek with a list of what makes us grateful. Perhaps I will follow along in your footsteps next week.

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  3. TracyNovember 16, 2009 at 10:59 AM

    So much sweetness...so many sweet moments! I have to smile so much over the last photo... Those doggie legs look like a West Highland White Terrier's leg... I used to have a West when I was younger. His name was Bailey--oh, how I miss him still. Delighting in sharing today's simple celebration with you Gigi...and a cup of tea! :o)

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  4. BALLET NEWSNovember 16, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    those milkweed seeds are fascinating - great pictures ! thank you & have a great week

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  5. An Open HeartNovember 16, 2009 at 11:48 AM

    Love this....photos are beautiful...

    ♥
    S

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  6. SherryNovember 16, 2009 at 11:51 AM

    An absolutely delightful list with beautiful photography...it made my heart sing! Thank you for sharing...I'm loving the lists everyone is making -- totally brightening my day!

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  7. Relyn LawsonNovember 16, 2009 at 11:54 AM

    Lucky? Oh yes. So very blessed. What a gift it is to cherish the people who we spend our lives with. I know that not everyone does.

    Of course, I love your list. Of course I do. Your petal pink sunrise and pretty pink petals both have me swooning and longing for a petal pink pedicure.

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  8. UnknownNovember 16, 2009 at 12:08 PM

    Thanks, Gigi - reading this was a great way to start my week. xoxo Jen

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  9. MaiaNovember 16, 2009 at 12:19 PM

    Oh, beautiful images! Your photos always make me so nostalgic for my college years.

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  10. CathiNovember 16, 2009 at 12:39 PM

    Beautiful photos! The one with the feet and the dog is priceless!

    Your list is so wonderful, you are indeed a lucky girl and we all are for knowing you!

    Thanks for the big smile!

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  11. kathNovember 16, 2009 at 1:02 PM

    Wonderful. And thank you for the reminder, it's been ages since I had a cup of Earl Grey, I think I'll go make myself one right now!

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  12. Kittie HowardNovember 16, 2009 at 1:23 PM

    Love your neighbor's boat...and the milkweed and each and every one...you are blessed, Happy Thanksgiving!

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  13. ShellNovember 16, 2009 at 1:57 PM

    You are lucky. Luminous pictures to go along with a beautiful list.

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  14. JaimeNovember 16, 2009 at 2:23 PM

    I can't tell you how much I am craving a cupcake today. So much.

    How I would love to sit with you over a cup of Earl Grey, looking out on that spectacular grey view outside your window, sharing a simple moment... as we dig in to that gorgeous cupcake!
    What a beautiful list of things.
    xoxo

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  15. Jacqueline @ HOMENovember 16, 2009 at 2:36 PM

    What beautiful photographs and the reasons that you love them so, Gigi....and I love all of the things that you are grateful for, as we all are....oh, and how is my friend to whom I am most grateful, little Scout ? XXXX

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  16. SarahNovember 16, 2009 at 2:41 PM

    Very! A coconut cupcake sounds delicious and I love the two friends photo. A lovely list Gigi!

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  17. GracielNovember 16, 2009 at 3:01 PM

    Truly, every one of your simple things is a treasure...especially that sea glass at low tide.

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  18. CharNovember 16, 2009 at 3:56 PM

    beautiful shots and gratitude. and that cupcake looks so delish - thank you for sharing.

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  19. Simply Mel {Reverie}November 16, 2009 at 4:23 PM

    Look at that sweet little pair of friends! There is a BIG soft spot in my heart for quad-ped furry friends...great photo!

    And yes, Gigi, you are VERY lucky to have your best friend by your side daily!

    Bises,
    Melissa

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  20. Pamela Terry and EdwardNovember 16, 2009 at 4:23 PM

    Yes, I'll take one of those forks, please!! And oh, that ferry photo!! Just charming. And frameworthy!

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  21. MiseNovember 16, 2009 at 4:34 PM

    You're lucky indeed. All those lovely simple things, and the time to stop and look at them. That view from your window could be the view from mine, far away. I guess the sea doesn't realise how far.

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  22. iasaNovember 16, 2009 at 4:34 PM

    beautiful view on a stormy day. Love me some coconut cupcakes too.

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  23. stephanieNovember 16, 2009 at 5:24 PM

    Coconut cupcakes...oh my. I love that. And the curiosity of children....that's a great one. Thanks for sharing your list!

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  24. JessicaNovember 16, 2009 at 5:38 PM

    Beautiful photos and beautiful simple things...like the other visitors, I love that coconut cupcake.

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  25. SueNovember 16, 2009 at 5:43 PM

    I want a cupcake I don't have to share! I love your list and your attitude.

    Sue

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  26. elsaNovember 16, 2009 at 5:54 PM

    beautiful list and images! love the spotting of two friends!!!

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  27. margieNovember 16, 2009 at 6:29 PM

    ah, i am jealous of your simple view. the ocean. beautiful. and milkweed, my favourite photographic subject of the fall.

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  28. LenoreNeverM♡reNovember 16, 2009 at 7:29 PM

    I feel so 'at peace' each time I visit your site Gigi...simply LOVEly! Hard to describe...almost like holding a warm mug we hold on a cold day somehow~ hope this makes any sense???
    Wonderful new week darling!
    xo

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  29. AngieNovember 16, 2009 at 7:41 PM

    Beautiful post, beautifully simple things, and beautiful photographs - I can tell that you have a beautiful soul to go along with all your moments of beauty

    -Angie

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  30. LoriNovember 16, 2009 at 9:09 PM

    Wonderful photo of the friends and I love your view of the ocean, both the sunrise and also the storm!

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  31. GillNovember 16, 2009 at 10:27 PM

    I love the photos to accompany the list...so beautiful. Im visual so this appeals to me...!
    xoxo

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  32. CathieNovember 17, 2009 at 12:02 AM

    I love your simple things, they made me smile and I love that your best friends knows exactly how you take yur tea & that he is your treasure.
    treasures are hard to come by!
    i love visiting your blog and enjoying the wonderful views. thank you ♥

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  33. debra@dustjacketNovember 17, 2009 at 1:58 AM

    So inspiring my honey. I just adore your list of simple things.

    The last photo is just the most gorgeous thing, I love it.

    Isn't the boat lovely too.

    Take care,
    xoxo

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  34. Kellie CollisNovember 17, 2009 at 4:55 AM

    That is one stunning rose! x

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  35. Brabourne FarmNovember 17, 2009 at 6:04 AM

    As usual, another set of amazingly beautiful photos - it would be impossible to choose a favourite. How clever you are to take the time to recognise all the small, simple things that make life so wonderful - we are all so busy rushing around that so few of us ever stop and think about these important moments and things. Leigh

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  36. MiaNostalgiaNovember 17, 2009 at 8:21 AM

    Thank you for sharing those beautiful photos and your list of all the simple things that makes you happy. I especially loved the photo of the two friends and both the sunrise and the stormview of the ocean! You are lucky, and so are your best friend and us who have gotten to know you. (I asume your best friend is your husband, by the way...)

    Thank you so much for the sweet comment on my last post. I would also love to share a cup of tea with you any day. Maybe sometime in the future...

    Have a great day!

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  37. CoraNovember 17, 2009 at 9:37 AM

    Beautiful list....I love the fallen leaves after the rain..nice!!

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  38. Melanie's RandomnessNovember 17, 2009 at 2:16 PM

    Hi! I heard about your blog from the darling Nicollete. These images are so beautiful. That's your view?? Woa. You are lucky. I love the picture of the feet & then the doggie feet. Hope you have a nice day!!

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  39. gkgirlNovember 17, 2009 at 8:48 PM

    great list and love the photos,
    they are fantastic!

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  40. Samosas for OneNovember 17, 2009 at 10:08 PM

    Coconut cupcakes and coffeehouses...I'm there. Loved the photographs as well.

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  41. Catherine @ van Breugel DesignNovember 18, 2009 at 12:14 AM

    Hi Gigi, I also love the pinkish sky, a big yellow rose with the hint of pink, and a cup of Earl Grey tea. And of my gosh I can't believe that is the view from your window! Nothing has the ability to fill me with peace the way standing in front of a stormy ocean does. You are so lucky!

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  42. A Box of ChocolatesNovember 18, 2009 at 8:02 PM

    a beautiful list and such wonderful photos

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  43. CarolNovember 18, 2009 at 11:22 PM

    Great photos & list! Have a lovely evening!

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  44. TracyNovember 25, 2009 at 1:06 PM

    WoW! A friend sent me this link. I am the chef who makes the cupcakes at El Rayo! What an honor to have my work on your list! Made my day...

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