I have finally finished the first stage of my restructuring process I mentioned a while back. I took a long time to consider how I now want to use the spaces of our home. When we moved here twenty years ago we had to quickly put furniture in somewhat appropriate places and resume our lives. I was working then and didn’t have the opportunity to do much more than unpack.
Above are two views of my office. Previously a calming yellow, it is now an energizing blue. Everything extraneous to my present needs are gone. On the left is my computer for writing. the desk no longer also housing unpaid bills, unanswered correspondence, and other miscellany that tends to accumulate on any horizontal surface I come near. To the right is the bookcase holding all my books about writing, both nonfiction and poetry. I relocated them from my downstairs library so that they would be close at hand as I compose.
The poster highlights a motivating quote from Sojourner Truth, reminding me of why I write. The dog and eagle on top of the bookcase represent two basic human drives: to connect(the shaggy dog) and to protect(the eagle.) I honor both when I share my writings in public.
My desk’s new position looks out a French door into our yard. It is a calming view, great for pausing for just the right phrase or word.
It is wonderful to be writing in this space and I am glad to reconnect with all of you in the months (and years, God willing) ahead.
Saved By Words 
It will be many, many years yet, I am certain. 🙂
Your space puts my 8 X 8 ‘office room’ to shame. Mine is so untidy, I would be ashamed to publish a photo of it. Happy writing, dear Elizabeth.
Best wishes, Pete.
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I assure you that in another week mine will look more like yours.
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I actually find Blue more restful than yellow… and coincidentally I fairly recently painted my study a turquoise blue, put up new shelves, etc.! Mind you it’s now beginning to look more cluttered…
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I thought about a variety of blue/greens, but this blue won out. Our bedroom is a gentle and restful blue, but this blue is quite energetic in real life.
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It’s great to have a writing space. I have an ‘office’ but it’s for household admin as well as writing. The admin seems to take up increasing amounts of time these days.
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For sure. Mine takes up the other half of the room.
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Your newly titivated space looks just perfect Elizabeth. May it be productive and enjoyable for many years to come.
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I love your new writing space, and it’s nice to know you can look out through your door .
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Doing so now and waiting for the large beech to turn her colors soon.
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What a lovely writing space Elizabeth, so inviting.
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I am glad you can see that. It was what I was aiming for. It does call to me “come in and sit down.”
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Your space looks lovely. I look forward to seeing you back more frequently.
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Thanks Maggie. I have not tried to completely catch up, but have certainly enjoyed the prom posts and the music ones.
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I understand. I have missed many great posts, I think.
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That turned out so nice! The words will flow from here I’m sure. My office could use a serious decluttering too, but alas, what would I part with??
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Once I got started it turned out to be quite easy, surprising myself.
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I’m sure others besides me have missed your frequent and excellent posts. Your writing space looks great!
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Thanks Pete. It takes a while to realize that people do actually follow me even when I disappear for such projects.
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Such a wonderful space to write, the colour of the walls is beautiful, books add grace and beauty to a room. Welcome back. It is always a pleasure to read your posts.
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Thanks. I hope to join Todd and all soon for a book chat. Have you been attending?
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I could not attend the book meet but attended the tea meet 😊
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I will try to do the same next month.
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Excellent, well done! I am still in the throes of trying two sort myself out, tidy etc….it may never happen😳🙁🙁
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I have little idea why it finally happened here. I am glad that it did.
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Well, I might get there one day!
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What a transformation! It looks beautiful, Elizabeth, calm, tranquil and inspiring. I look forward to many more words of truth from you 😊
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Thank you so much.
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It looks like an inspiring space, and you are pumped to write! I especially like the shaggy dog and eagle. I mist do something about my desk…
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Those are Folkmanis puppets. The dog even pants.
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Folkmanis puppets are THE best. Gloria, the beloved member of the classroom, is a Folkmanis. I cannot say the “P” word, because she is so real.
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I hadn’t realized Gloria’s birthplace!
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It is the best birthplace. 🙂 Gloria has survived well over twenty years.
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I hope your renewed space give you renewed energy to write. I look forward to reading your blogs.
I painted two bedrooms the same color (or very close) as yours. One is my sewing/guest room and the other is my game/guest room. I like the color very much.
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It is a very energizing color and it has made writing much easier.
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