At the end of last week, my friend P.K., who shares her fabulous photos and unique view at her place in blogland called Dill & Parsley, showed a scene from her desk, and I thought I would share mine. (Hope you don't mind me picking up your theme, P.K.!) It got me to thinking about the spaces we dwell in, what comprises the corners of our homes, the corners of our lives--both from an outer, physical sense as well as how they relate to inner experiences.
I paused a moment during the weekend and considered the desk/worktable in my studio. A great portion of my time is spent at this table--creating, dreaming, writing... I don't think I've shared this particular corner before. The Mrs Darcy mug was a gift from my Mom--we are both Jane Austen fans, so every day when I draw a pen from the collection here, I smile and think of her. (You can find a similar mug here!) Hello Kitty fun bits & pieces are gifts from my sister. The pink HK plastic slinky shown in the middle is very effective for releasing any tension mid-afternoon while working. ;o) The wonderful Thich Nhat Hanh book is actually a 2011 datebook, which was given to me by my good friend Anyes, who writes at Faraway in the Sunshine. I use the book like a diary though, writing down daily happenings in the 1-inch space for each day, a bit like a gratitude journal. (You can see more about this beautiful datebook here.) A shabby-chic letter holder keeps important items and other things handy. Pretty, dreamy postcards are a must... I just love postcards, especially art postcards. I am surrounded by treats & treasures from those I love, I am surrounded by small beauties that lift my days and enhance my creativity.
One corner in my world... Would you like to share a corner in your world? Do you have a corner or spot at home, at work, or elsewhere that is special to you? Please feel free to share... and let me know if you post about it!
From this corner...
With Love,
What a sweet little area you have carved out for yourself. I've always loved arranging and re-arranging my workspace, so mine is always in flux. It's nice that you have little knick-knacks from people who are near and dear to you.
Posted by: Jodi | February 07, 2011 at 03:50 PM
Hmm, I don't have a special corner but this makes me want one!
Posted by: DK | February 07, 2011 at 05:13 PM
Love your corner (especially the mug and hello kitties), but as my corners are a bit dusty at the moment, I think I'll forgo photographing them!
; )
p.s. I tried to research that flower on my blog. I think it's some kind of blooming succulent, but I can't find the name!
Posted by: Leslie | February 07, 2011 at 05:32 PM
how lovely, no I can imagine you in your special corner x
Posted by: driftwood | February 07, 2011 at 05:35 PM
What a fun corner. My corners are not as charming as this :o)
Posted by: ellen b | February 07, 2011 at 05:43 PM
Tracy, I loved seeing this special spot in your days. Your Mrs. Darcy mug gave me a big smile, and you know I love seeing spots of pink.
Posted by: Beverly | February 07, 2011 at 05:48 PM
Thanks for sharing this corner, Tracy. I'm always intrigued by what others have on their desks. I spend a lot of time at my desk too and I love having little things around to perk and remind me of other matters other than work. :)
Posted by: clara | February 07, 2011 at 05:48 PM
Thank you for the mention, your desk scene is so pleasant. I absolutely love the Mrs. Darcy mug. It is funny how something like a desk arrangement can catch ones attention. Now I am inspired for a bit of a rearrangement. Also I like the idea of a gratitude journal. An inspiring post. Have a great week Tracy.
Posted by: P.K. | February 07, 2011 at 05:58 PM
Your Mrs. Darcy mug is killing me. I love that!!
Posted by: Relyn | February 07, 2011 at 06:16 PM
Hi Tracy,I love your desk space, Terri Windling whose blog I follow ,look on my blog for the link is also doing pieces on desks and workspaces.She is a writer who lives on Dartmoor in Devon and has an interesting Blog.I will get myself together and take a pic of my desk soon LOL Angela
Posted by: Angela Bell | February 07, 2011 at 06:38 PM
Tracy I am so glad to see this day planner again, it had your name written all over it and I am glad you are using it daily. I love this idea of sharing your corner of the world with us. Beautiful, :-)
Posted by: Anyes | February 07, 2011 at 06:41 PM
such pretty pink roses in the background ...
Posted by: S. Etole | February 07, 2011 at 07:52 PM
What a lovely space to work in!
Posted by: Anne Donald | February 07, 2011 at 08:28 PM
I shall see you there in my mind's eye now, Tracy...always nice to be able to picture where people live and work ... thank you for sharing your creative space.
Posted by: Christine | February 07, 2011 at 10:27 PM
Such a charming corner ~ lovely photo! I'm not at all surprised that this space makes you smile and encourages creativity :)
Posted by: MrPuffy | February 07, 2011 at 10:28 PM
I love your Mrs. Darcy mug, it made me smile. I also think hello kitty is so cute! Thanks for sharing your little corner.
Posted by: Tea | February 08, 2011 at 05:04 AM
It seems we have similar wishes for our immediate spaces Tracy. I have lovely containers to hold pens etc-my favourite is one I got on holiday in Scotland a few years ago. I too have postcards and mementoes-and letter holders! The challenge is keeping it vaguely tidy!
Thanks for you comments on Love-I agree!
x
Posted by: Sarah | February 08, 2011 at 07:28 PM
Your desk is far more tidy and ordered than mine. I see scraps of paper and used napkins and two mugs and several books.
I ADORE your Mrs. Darcy mug. It's an usual shape.
Last night my daughter was watching Pride and Prejudice and I ended up snuggling up with her and watching the second half -- always satisfying!
Posted by: Bee | February 09, 2011 at 12:16 PM
this is wonderful...love getting a peek into your world. other than the pink I would not have pegged you as a hello kitty lover. so fun to find that out. I'll be peeking around the house looking for a corner to share.
Posted by: Lisa Q | February 09, 2011 at 06:11 PM
What a delightful corner Tracy! Very pink and neat and very you! I daren't show you either of my desks (work or craft) as both are rather messy at the moment with lots of stuff going on. Love the mug and am a BIG fan of Mr Darcy!!
Posted by: sheila | February 09, 2011 at 06:29 PM
Hi Tracy, Thank you for the e-card -- that was very sweet of you to remember my birthday!
Posted by: Amanda | February 09, 2011 at 06:31 PM
I've been slowly giving my desk/workspace more of my personality. There is one wall left to personalize.
Sweet story about the Darcy cup. You have hello kitty, I have doraemon:)
Once I get the wall done, I'll give everyone a glimpse.
Your yearly book sounds like a great way to keep notes on your daily happenings and gain some inspiration at the same time.
Posted by: Gallery Juana | February 10, 2011 at 09:23 AM
I love that you have sweet little reminders of your loved ones so close at hand!
Posted by: stephanie | February 10, 2011 at 10:03 PM
it is very tidy..is it always like that? I love all the little knick knacks too..I will do that ..first i need to straiten it up!! :))
Posted by: elk | February 11, 2011 at 04:52 AM
Your desk is so organized, Tracy! I would have to deep clean mine before I could show it on my blog :D
I love your mug!
♥ Pat
Posted by: Pat ~ Mille Fiori Favoriti | February 12, 2011 at 09:11 PM