12.12.2022 | Monday Clouds

Day:  44-degrees  |  Night:  33-degrees 
Another foggy day in Carondelet town.  I think the light reflecting off the old ferns is beautiful on a cloudy Monday morning in South Saint Louis.  There was a bit of a nip in the air as I headed out the door for my morning walk-about through the neighborhood.  Still a lovely morning for a walk.

A bit of joyous news:  I will soon be a great-uncle again.  As we sit in the season of waiting it was a joyful time to sit down with our beautiful niece and nephew as they await their firstborn to come next year.  Joy and anticipation filled the house as we visited.  My heart warmed at the thought of these two amazing people bringing this world a wonderful new inhabitant.  The very embodiment of hope, of faith, and love.  The third week of Advent is about rejoicing.  I am rejoicing today at the thought of a new baby in our lives.  Joy to the World indeed!

Clouds and fog are hanging over the Garden once again this morning. Winds are out of the ESE at 5 to 10 MPH.  My tea is ready, Music is playing on the Smart Speaker.  Life is pretty good.  I'm working on counting my blessings this week.  I have so many.  I hope you can take a moment to consider the good in your life.  I know it can be a struggle for some this time of year.  Be kind to yourself.  Be good to yourself.  Maybe have a lovely cup of tea or coffee.  Sit down.  Take a moment to just be.  That's all the news from here in the Carondelet Garden.