Moravian Bookshop

my weekend mantra

This weekend the weather turned very mild

and the soft air offered a much welcomed relief.

I wandered around Downtown Bethlehem and visited

a favorite old store, the Moravian Book Shop.

As I walked back to my car I stopped for a while and sat

upon a set of dry steps, turning my face to the sun...

Recently my days have been full of books

and only this afternoon did I pick up my knitting again,

my hands rested and ready to finish waiting projects.

Dinner of roasted vegetables over brown rice

with a dash of sesame ginger sauce awaits.

I feel relaxed and rejuvenated,

ready to begin the upcoming work week.

My thoughts are with friends far away...

xo, j

Saturday - Downtown Bethlehem

It's one of those near perfect days...

the sky is bright

roses are blooming

and small white flowers

seem to float in the shade

St Patrick's Day Parade

I had intended to go shopping in Downtown Bethlehem today
and was surprised to find there was a parade on Main Street.

I've not been to a parade since I was a little girl.
There were festively adorned police horses, bagpipes, kilts,
plenty of dogs and high school marching bands.
I do have a soft spot for men in kilts!

It was a beautiful and fun day.
A happy accident.