Yesterday I was walking through the sections of my storage unit alleys secretly parading in long lost shoes, trying to decide what gets to stay with me and what has to go back into hiding. I was tempted to drag every basket out of there. (What is it with me and baskets anyways? Seriously.) It's so funny the things we miss when we are away from our nest. I starred at giant tubs full of paper bits in that familiar and manic way (must.do.something.with.you.). I fondled my vintage library cabinet and tried to imagine the next place I'll get to roll out my guatemalan textiles. A bucket-o-journals was a reminder of how temporary all these homes and adventures become. There was a decade of places, stories, hurdles and remembered things. Just fitting neatly into a corner. I lost a childhood friend this week and he has been with me. In the little tinkerings of my days. Reminding me to look deeply at my son when he comes to tell me (ANOTHER!) video game detail. My friend has been softly whispering to me that life is amazing and short and we have to go for it. We have to get our favorite shoes out of storage! Time to wear heels in hippyville & not turn the stereo down at stop lights.
Now that’s nice! I like to rearrange stuff in my storage room because I tend to find those forgotten memorable stuff such as pictures, travel souvenirs and giveaways. You know finding old memorable stuff brings back those wonderful memories.
Posted by: Removalists Melbourne | July 28, 2009 at 01:28 AM
We can always find interesting stuff in our yard storage. Ops! Maybe I should check out mine too. Thanks for the reminder.
Posted by: manila Property | July 28, 2009 at 01:30 AM
I am sorry to hear about your loss. My mother died a few years ago and it made me realize the importance of wearing those favorite shoes, burning the special candles and using the nice china for everyday! Life is to short to save things for another day...jump at opportunity and enjoy every detail of life! And most of all, be inspired by those who have left us this reminder.
Posted by: Diane | July 28, 2009 at 03:17 AM
I am so, so sorry for your loss. This was a great post...sometimes we all need to be reminded to LIVE every day to the fullest! Thanks...
Posted by: Cas | July 28, 2009 at 05:04 AM
It's funny...the bucket of journals makes me drool...but so does your store...I don't know what it is about blank journals...but I'm such a horder. Never have enough...like shoes...lol I also never through out old address books or calendars because I like to look back at the little "tid-bits" of my life written in these day-books (journals) and appreciate it all. Thanks for sharing and reminding us all. Fondly, Roberta
Posted by: Roberta | July 28, 2009 at 07:27 AM
I was looking through a new issue of Happiness here in the netherlands and I recognized your work right away! wonderful interview!
corinnexxx
Posted by: corinne delis | July 28, 2009 at 08:39 AM
Aw, I totally feel you. And I am totally going to be brave and not turn down the radio when I stop at a light. Thank you.
Posted by: Lauren | July 28, 2009 at 09:27 AM
oh i love that last line! thank you so much for this post!!!
Posted by: sheri | July 28, 2009 at 04:14 PM
You so need a house. A nice big house with lots of spare rooms and an attic.
Posted by: Gilly | July 28, 2009 at 04:34 PM
So moved... thank you.
Posted by: Lucinda Keller | July 28, 2009 at 08:24 PM
that's right, girl. you GO! you wear those heels and blast those tunes! i'm sorry for your loss...but sometimes the light shed from loss is the best. i heart you! xoxoo
Posted by: jennie | July 29, 2009 at 11:19 AM
Thanks you guys! I love these comments.
Posted by: anahata | July 29, 2009 at 04:37 PM
Sweet Anahata!
Sorry to hear about your friend. Boxes of memories can be wonderful and bittersweet. Life. *sigh*
thinking of you!
xoxo
Christine
Posted by: Dollybelle | July 31, 2009 at 10:47 AM
Ana, so sorry about your friend and life IS too short! Kiss Rowan, E and your Mom for us!!
I'm so proud of your success and love your spirit!!
Love and Misses,
Kathie and Nick
Posted by: Kathie Gillaspey | August 10, 2009 at 06:11 PM
you gave me goosebumps. i'm so sorry for your loss. life is too short to wear heels if you don't want to or to not wear them if you do!
Posted by: robin | August 11, 2009 at 08:21 PM
Thank you for the lovely reminder, Anahata. Sometimes we get so busy, (or was that manic?!) in our everyday lives that we foget to acknowledge the small delights. I must find a fabulous pair of shoes just to wear while creating something delicious.
Posted by: Jeri | August 12, 2009 at 11:20 AM