I could hardly believe my eyes today when I spotted my first crocus in full bloom. I am thrilled! Maybe it really is spring. Winter is starting to be a faint memory too, so I guess it's finally the season of new beginnings.
Sunday, April 6, 2014
Let Me In -- Now
I can see her from my seat on the sofa. When she wants to come in she starts looking my way.
When I stand up, she gets closer.
And closer and stares my way until I open the door. Yes, I am her slave.
Saturday, April 5, 2014
Tabitha, Queen of Cats
Here she is, the Queen of the Cottage.
Miss Tabitha taking a cat nap and dreaming about fist. We have had a lovely Saturday here at the cottage with several walks. It's still cold enough that a hat and mittens feel good even though a lighter jacket feels fine. Have a great evening. xo
Friday, April 4, 2014
1922 Cottage Bungalow, Before and After
How much do you love this farmhouse and detached garage?
I love the lookout tower on the side of the garage. The front is shown below.
This is the BEFORE photo. Read the story of this amazing renovation by Moore Architectects and Designers here. There are more photos too.
Celebrating the Georgian Court in England
The Georgian Court and its intriguing cast of royal characters are brought to life at Hampton Court, Kensington and Kew Palaces this year with a series of events, in celebration of the 300th anniversary of the Hanoverian accession to the British throne.
Watch this short film -- The Glorious GeorgesThursday, April 3, 2014
Nice Property Near Me
This green barn building is part of an estate with outbuildings. The happy white building is a garage. Its twin is in the next photo.
Do you see the happy faces? The large stone main house is behind. This is a corner lot and I didn't photograph it because I had to turn in the opposite direction. I photograph it for you another day.
The people kept the landmark old red barn for their horses.
Here's a closer view showing the stone foundation and the stone walls.
Wednesday, April 2, 2014
Tabitha Says Good Night
I've been in a cleaning frenzy all afternoon and now I'm rushing to finish all my kitchen chores in time for Doc Martin tonight. I have my DVR set so it's not that urgent. I'm really enjoying Season 6, aren't you? Webster is all tucked in after dinner and a walk. He got cornbread on top of both breakfast and supper so he's a happy dog. Tabitha doesn't care because she's the Queen. Sleep tight, my friends. xo
Pink Sky this Morning
I'll be happy when the grass starts looking better in my photos. I woke up early enough this morning to enjoy this beautiful pink sky. Webster had another wedge of cornbread on his breakfast and he thanks you all for his birthday greetings yesterday. See you later. xo
Tuesday, April 1, 2014
Cornbread Birthday Cake for Webster
He got 2 pieces for his birthday dinner. One was broken up on top of his kibble and he ate it with great gusto. The second piece was broken up in his bowl for dessert. He was one happy dog. The other pieces are wrapped in a used bread bag for tomorrow. The birthday boy is sound asleep and it's not even dark. I have to wake him up for one final walk. xo
UPDATE: History of my cast iron pan above...how odd, it's from a blog post exactly 3 years ago to the day. This vintage pan is very rare.
Looking Down on a Tulip
I don't even have daffodils yet, much less tulips. I took this photo in April last year on a real estate showing. It looks like a lovely first day of April but it's still on the cool side. Today is Webster's birthday and I think I will bake him a pan of cornbread instead of a cake. He will be the happiest dog in the world when it comes out of the oven because it's the Wonder Dog's favorite treat.
Monday, March 31, 2014
March is Going Out Like A Lamb
After a cold morning with hail, it turned out to be a spectacular day, after all. There is only a small amount of snow left in the front driveway where it was piled over my head by the snowplow man. The ground is still wet from three days of rain, but March appears to be going out like a lamb, after all. I know that is probably not the case everywhere, but I'm glad it's ringing true here at the cottage. Webster and Tabitha are thrilled too. xo
Seaside Cottage in Norway
One of the people I follow on Instagram posted this photo and I love it. Have you ever seen a more enchanting cottage? I love the architectural style and how it somehow seems private even though it's in a picturesque village. I want to see more of both.
We had hail yesterday and this morning. Webster and I got caught in it last evening and he couldn't wait to get back inside. I had an umbrella but he had no protection at all and really got pelted. I don't think it hurt but it surely was loud.
Sunday, March 30, 2014
Call The Midwife - Season 3 Tonight
Tonight is the Season 3 Premier on PBS at 8PM. I'm so glad it comes on early so don't forget to set your DVR. I love this show. Afterwards is Season 2 Premier of Mr. Selfridge.
Old Photos: My Brother and Me
Did this roving pony and photographer visit your neighborhood when you were a kid?
My brother Tim. He didn't need any props from the photographer. He came fully dressed in his Hopalong Cassidy outfit he got for Christmas. He wore it until it was either worn out or outgrown, I can't remember which.
Tim's inner and outer cowboy, back in the saddle again.
I wore my own clothes but the hat was probably a prop. I don't remember ever wanting to be a cowgirl. My brother always got up a little bit earlier than I did on Saturday mornings and I was forced to watch Cowboys and Indians because he beat me to the TV.
My inner cowgirl. I've never been at home in the saddle.
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