This wonderful doorstop is in my collection. Photographed on St. Patrick's Day on one of my antique chairs. Today is the day for all things Irish. My iPhone photo.
Showing posts with label holiday. Show all posts
Showing posts with label holiday. Show all posts
Sunday, March 17, 2013
Green Tea Latte for St. Paddy's Day
Matcha green tea and milk, lightly sweetened, served over ice. A mint sprig is a nice touch to carry out the green theme. Doesn't this look refreshing? Matcha is a finely ground, powdered, high quality green tea. A little goes a long way too, since it's very concentrated. This would be good to serve today if you live in a hot place. It's hard for me to realize everyone isn't having cold weather. via
Today's the Day for a Shamrock Float
McDonald’s® Shamrock Shake Copycat Recipe
3 cups good quality vanilla ice cream(I would use Breyers)
1-3/4 cups milk (or soy milk)
1/2 teaspoon peppermint extract
Green food coloring if desired
1. Blend all ingredients in a blender until completely thick and smooth.
2. Pour into tall glasses, top with whipped cream and green sprinkles. I prefer iced tea spoons over straws with drinks like this or you could use both. Happy St. Paddy's Day! via
Dog on a Bed of Shamrocks
I scanned the dog from my antiquarian book on Royal Crests. After inserting the Irish proverb and putting it on a bed of shamrocks it became perfect for St. Patrick's Day. via
Wednesday, March 6, 2013
The Year of The Snake - 2013
Better late than never. Chinese New Year was February 10 so I'm almost a month late. This one-stroke watercolor brushwork is fascinating. Click here if you can't see my embedded video.
Thursday, February 14, 2013
Tuesday, January 1, 2013
I woke up with this.
Dogs were barking and a cat was meowing but I really didn't want to leave my warm nest this morning. It was so cozy. I hope I'm not entering the New Year on the wrong foot. Everybody has been walked and fed and I have my coffee, so all's right with the world. Happy 2013! via
Monday, December 31, 2012
Welcoming 2013
Can't think of anything you want to change next year? Try the New Year's Resolution Generator.
"Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and may each New Year find you a better man." Benjamin Franklin
Monday, December 3, 2012
A Light in Every Window
I missed the town Christmas Tree lighting last night because I was with my mother. It was beautiful to see in the dark coming home along with many residents' outside decorations. The weather is still nice and not too cold to work outside. I usually wait until it's frigid and my fingers won't work. Early is better because Christmas will come whether I'm ready or not. via
Saturday, December 1, 2012
14 Free Holiday Fonts
Those of you who know me will remember that I'm wild about fonts. You can never have too many, especially when the holiday season rolls around in December. Click here to locate each one and download. Free is good!
Thursday, November 22, 2012
Have a Wonderful Thanksgiving Day
This vintage Thanksgiving postcard was mailed in 1910 back in the day when all turkeys were free range. I hope all of your dishes come out of the oven and make it to the table and sideboard looking and tasting just the way you hoped they would. Enjoy this day of thanks with family and friends and eat all you want. Thanksgiving is such a wonderful holiday. Enjoy! via
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Monday, September 3, 2012
The History of Labor Day
Young Mill Worker in Alabama
In 2008 I put together a great History of Labor Day and I still like reading it and watching the video with historic footage. In case you missed it or want to refresh your memory, click here.
We have a gloomy rainy day at my cottage. I hope your weather is better if you are going to a parade or having a picnic.
Saturday, September 1, 2012
I made an etching from a photo
I'm having fun playing with an app called ETCHINGS I bought this morning for 99¢. This is the July 4th photo I made in my kitchen transformed with the app. There are lots of other possibilities too. This is now used to celebrate the Labor Day holiday.
Friday, August 31, 2012
Early Morning Light on My Fireplace
Happy Friday everyone. Webster is still in bed and I'm having my morning quiet time with my first cup of coffee. It's cool and crisp with nice sunshine and the feeling of fall in the air. Enjoy the last day of August and, for some, the beginning of the long Labor Day weekend. I took this photo with my iPhone. The new model is coming out next month but I'm still thrilled with the one I have (the 4S) so I won't be rushing to get a replacement. It's time for my second cup of java now -- see you later.
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Happy National Lighthouse Day
It was on this day in 1789, that Congress approved an Act for the establishment and support of lighthouse, beacons, buoys and public piers. In Celebration of the 200th Anniversary of the signing of the Act and the commissioning of the first Federal lighthouse, Congress passed a resolution which designated August 7, 1989 as National Lighthouse Day. Read more here.
Wednesday, July 4, 2012
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