Uncomplicated delight. It sounds easy doesn’t it? Uncomplicated delight can be a delightful day, or an immediate moment of delight. The dictionary defines delight as great pleasure.
I don’t know that delight always comes easily. We are busy and distracted with the daily noise of life. Delight may require a little bit of effort
That’s exactly why I decided to look for Uncomplicated Delight. It’s as simple as that, you have to make the tiniest effort to look for delight.
One of the most underrated skills is the ability to ignore your mood and look for Uncomplicated Delight. I would argue that anything that brings a smile would be considered a delight wouldn’t you? I have found that the best way to experience uncomplicated delight is to give back. It’s that uncomplicated ~ it is impossible to be self absorbed if your focus is giving back.
It doesn’t have to be anything extravagant, remember it’s uncomplicated. Send a friend a card, pick up flowers from the market, their favorite candy, drop it off on their porch. A simple, uncomplicated gesture brings someone else Uncomplicated Delight.
Books bring uncomplicated delight. No question. Let’s Bring Back Books!
The “Chairismatic Chairs” brought uncomplicated delight by adding color and life to something forgotten.
Daisy Do? or Daisy Don’t? Flowers are a simple, happy uncomplicated delight.
The Scrumptious Summer Sandwiches speak for themselves…
Wayfaring to Wayfair was a delightful local, little adventure.
I am looking to continue to grow this delightful publication, it’s so much fun to create! The hope is to publish on a more consistent basis ~ Life is busy! I plan to work on that.
Still looking to add interesting topics. I have mentioned “Painting the Artichoke.” I see that as someone who creatively goes the extra mile. I have also considered “Notable Neighbors.” Perhaps a neighbor that is exceptional for a variety of reasons.
The simple concept of The Painted Artichoke is to create conversation, positivity and community. Please don’t hesitate to send your creative, positive thoughts and ideas to thepaintedartichoke@gmail.com
I ask that you don’t critique the spelling or grammar ~ My editing team has been away at summer camp!
Mother Nature brings me daily Uncomplicated Delight.
For example, learning to grow tomatoes on “the farm,” the hole in the bottom of the tree… (who lives there?) a wild flower peeking through the underbrush in the forest. Delightful!
Thanks for taking a moment to spend with The Painted Artichoke. I sincerely appreciate your time! Until next time, Dori