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Eye Candy Friday

January 25, 2019 By Carole

If this photo looks familiar it’s because it’s the same bouquet I showed you Wednesday in watercolor (and let me just clarify, those watercolor photos I show you are made with an app called waterlogue, they are most definitely not watercolor paintings done by me). Normally, I wouldn’t share (basically) the same photo twice in a week but I have a particular reason for sharing it today.

You see, a friend from my town died this week. She’s someone I’ve known for many many years and she was an active part of our community. She was a kind and loving person and her obituary included this quote:

Please don’t bring me flowers but give them to someone who can still appreciate them. Flowers are an important part of my life & you can give me a huge send off with them but then they should go to the living. The best memorial I can have is to be kept safe in the hearts of anyone who has known & loved me.

Today when I shop I will be buying a bouquet of flowers in memory of Dawn. I may keep them for myself or I may give them to a friend. Either way, they will be a lovely reminder of my friend. I hope you’ll consider doing the same. Like love, flowers are meant to be shared.

Have a great weekend.

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Three On Thursday

January 24, 2019 By Carole

Remember the picture from last Friday? The one of Jackie in the swing? Well hold on to your hats because today I’ve got three (surprise, surprise . . . it’s Thursday) more.

I call this one: “Hey lady! Stop taking pictures and give me a push!”

And I call this one: Swinging is my favorite.

And finally, I call this one: what happened to that little baby.

When I say he brings us joy every day I’m not kidding.

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Watercolor Wednesday

January 23, 2019 By Carole

It’s January. It’s cold and there’s snow and ice and everything is frozen and white. Brrrrrrrr.

There’s more to the color white than snow and ice, though. Like these alstroemeria. I liked the original photo so much I turned it into a watercolor for you.

White flowers are so much better than white snow and ice.

Happy Hump Day!

Filed Under: Photography

Weekending

January 22, 2019 By Carole

I had a terrific weekend at home, not doing anything out of the ordinary but lots that made it relaxing and special.

There was Friday afternoon with Jackie. Let me tell you, this little guy is on.the.move. If he’s awake . . . he’s moving. Or running! I was glad it was warm enough on Friday to spend some time outside. Not only did it wear him out a bit (hello long nap) but he clearly loved it . . . that smile says it all.

Friday night. You know.

Saturday morning sunrise. It was cold but I went out on the deck in my pajamas to take this photo. I love that purple and orange sky.

There was also a wonderful dinner at Sean’s on Saturday night. Did I take any pictures? Nope. But we laughed and feasted and had a great time with our friends.

My Aria diffuser got a work out all weekend. I diffused some great blends (my favorite was tangerine, cedarwood, and black spruce) and it’s just such a nice way to make the house smell terrific and set a mood, too.

Sunday morning I made mashed potato waffles with leftover potatoes from Saturday night. They were good – crispy on the outside and creamy in the middle – and topped with fried eggs made for a really nice breakfast treat.

And, of course, Sunday night the Patriots won the AFC Championship and secured their spot in the Super Bowl. We were on the edge of our seats for that overtime bit and then jumping up and down when they won. We’re going to the Super Bowl!

Monday was all about staying warm. We had talked about going to the movies but it was just so cold we stayed in and worked on a puzzle and read. It was actually a very nice way to spend the day together and a great ending to our weekend.

How was your weekend?

Filed Under: That's Life

Eye Candy Friday

January 18, 2019 By Carole

I know you’ve come here today expecting to see some pretty flowers or a cute picture of Jackie or maybe even something yummy to eat. However. Mary Oliver died yesterday and I think her passing warrants interrupting my regular schedule. I think it warrants all of us just taking a moment to read this excerpt from her poem “The Summer Day” and think . . . really think . . . about what it means to have one wild and precious life. I know I’m so grateful that Mary Oliver chose to share her words with all of us. She made my life a richer and more beautiful thing.

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