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Hide-Away Ironing Center, White
Hide - Away (Hide Away) Ironing board accessory. Automatic shut off timer with a 100 watt light...
Hide-Away Ironing Board Cover & Pad Set - 815 Grey - 12" X 43"
Rose Brier Studio: "I Stand Here Ironing"I'm not very good at doing nothing. When I sit I can stay put if I read. I don't think I have ever watched tv without a magazine to look at, or a game of spider solitaire on my laptop! About a month ago I discovered the value of ironing in the shop. It allows me to do nothing, or at least stand still for a bit. It's really soothing and I don't feel guilty. It's an easy project to drop when customers arrive. And it really doesn't make much of a mess. This is excellent; I am way too good at making messes! . I read it in college when feminist literature was just finding its feet. The story, about a mother's estrangement from her daughter is told from the mother's perspective as she irons her family's clothes. The story was written in the 1930's, tho it wasn't published for 30+ years. My mom taught me to iron in elementary school and I know the reflectiveness that comes upon moving the iron across a shirt or dress. It's a poignant story, sad even, but real, and I love the title! Source: Rose Brier Studio: "I Stand Here Ironing"
Stained Glass Pickup: Solace in Mundane TasksI washed, dried and folded my guestroom bed sheets. After that, I ironed and starched and lavender scented the pillow cases. We had overnight guests and we’re expecting more, and I like to have a fresh set of sheets in case we have pop-in family who need a place to rest for a night. With just a little tidying, putting away clutter, and shaking out the welcome mat we’re ready for company. That knowledge reigned again this week—not being able to fix some of the broken places in life. We lost a dear friend, Lee Roy, of 25 years. Within five minutes he was gone. After we heard the news, we drove several hours to see his wife, Paula. Lee Roy was her best friend and the love of her life. Those who knew them saw a couple devoted to each other. In times past, we met Lee Roy and Paula every few months for dinner, usually halfway between our homes in the Bay Area and The real desire of our friend’s heart cannot be fixed. Death is what it is and now she travels a road not by choice but one delivered to her doorsteps way too early. Her gut-wrenching loss made me cherish the daily handholding with my husband. Our goodbye kisses became sweeter just because we had the privilege. The solemn morning after our friend’s death, there was an extra long hug between David and me as we parted for the day. After David left that morning, I went into my utility room, I needed to iron. I needed to press the wrinkles out of something. One of the things I like about ironing is that it’s routine work that allows my mind to stay or travel a long distance from the ironing board. Also, it’s a great time to pray. For my friend this has been my plea, “I lift up my voice to the LORD for mercy. I pour out my complaint before him; before him I tell my trouble. When my spirit grows faint within me, it is you who know my way” (Psalm 132:1-3). Source: Stained Glass Pickup: Solace in Mundane Tasks
Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort - Wotif.comThe secluded hideaway of Grand Mercure Puka Park Resort is located at Pauanui Beach, just 2 hours drive from Auckland, Tauranga and Hamilton. The idyllic resort is hidden away of Mount Pauanui, amid 25 acres of lush native bush. The 42 spacious chalets are scattered throughout the resort, each harmonising perfectly with the environment. The newly refurbished chalets all offer a king bed, large ensuite and private deck. Miha Restaurant is renowned for its superb dining and stunning views, plus the adjacent intimate guest lounge and bar, offers the perfect environment to relax after a busy day exploring. Additional facilities at the resort include swimming pool, sauna, gymnasium, tennis and Nature’s Touch Spa. Three conference spaces are available, all offering natural light, and catering for up to 120 guests. Team building, golf, fishing and diving are all nearby, plus it is only a ten minute stroll to beautiful Pauanui Beach. 24 hour front desk Arrival / Departure lounge Bar / Lounge BBQ facilities Complimentary Bicycle Hire Nature’s Touch Spa Babysitting available Concierge Conference/Meeting facilities Day spa Dry cleaning / laundry service Games room Gay friendly Gym/Fitness room Interconnecting rooms Luggage storage Non-smoking floors Outdoor pool - unheated Porter/Bell service Restaurant/s Room service - limited service Sauna Self service laundry facilities Spa/Hot tub/Jacuzzi Tennis court Tour desk Valet parking Wheelchair accessible Wifi access Just after crossing on a long, traffic-light-controlled one way bridge, you reach Kopu. At the T junction, turn right following the sign to Tairua. 800 metres past Kopu turn left on SH25A. Some 32km later at Hikuai, is the first sign for Pauanui where you turn right off SH25 and you are 11km from Pauanui which is at the end of this road. |
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