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First: Yes, my title is misleading seeing as I do not presently own a Barcalounger — hence, I am not technically on a Barcalounger, musing. But I am definitely lusting after one — ergo, said Barcalounger is the content of my musings. And "Musings on" has such a nice ring. (Ah, clarity.)

Now, the Blog: You might fairly ask, how is lusting after a chair that swivels and reclines (allowing its inhabitant to sleep, perhaps to dream) worthy of a Spirituality & Health blog? Well, I'm not sure it is. But it's what I've been thinking about this week — specifically the Sonnet model in a deep burgundy — so . . .

Edward Readicker-Henderson, one of my favorite S&H authors, recently wrote a piece called "Getting Rid of Stuff" where he suggests you throw out an item or two for every new thing you bring into your home. In my case, this would be a necessity if I get a Barcalounger because I live in two rooms. And the item I would have to throw out is sitting right behind me as I type, so I'll have to do this in a whisper:

The item I would junk is a 25+-year-old recliner (see photo) who has seen better days. I have re-covered her several times, and the last store-bought garment seems to inhibit her ability to recline. But underneath it, her upholstery is split and gaffer-taped so I cannot sit on her naked — her, not me … or come to think of it, me too, as I reckon sitting naked on gaffer tape might not be pleasant.

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