This letter seems to be a real group effort, doesn't it? The girl and her dolls, teddy bear, and pets are very deep in thought and are putting their best efforts into good penmanship.
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Two Smiling Sheep
I love to see smiling animals, don't you? These smiling sheep by Laura L. Ruth got my day off to a great start. It was good to see the sun this morning too after all that rain yesterday.
Tuesday, December 27, 2011
Cranberry and Chocolate Squares
Made for each other -- that's the contrasting flavors of tangy-sharp cranberries and sweet chocolate.
DIY Self-Rising Flour: In a one cup measure, place 1-1/2 tsp baking powder and 1/2 tsp salt, then fill to top with flour. Mix well and store in an airtight container if not used right away.
You probably have all of these ingredients on hand right now. Don't these look delicious? I was too lazy to type everything so I just photographed the recipe from my book:
COOKIES irresistible biscuits, brownies and bars by Hilaire Walden published by Hermes House in 2002
Do you cook for your dogs?
Today's breakfast was kibble topped with hot sweet potatoes and leafy left-over brussels sprouts from last night's dinner.
Webster whined while I took the picture of their bowls with my iPhone. Piggy just danced around silently. He has the fastest tongue in the east. This meal got 5 stars *****
Monday, December 26, 2011
A Landscape Designer's Masterpiece
I have no information about this stunning geometric garden and reflecting pool. It's really wonderful, isn't it? via
A Fun Project -- DIY Chalkboard Mugs
DIY CHALKBOARD MUG
I've never even heard of chalkboard paint for porcelain, have you. I love the idea of decorating some coffee cups this way and personalizing them with chalk. Read more...
Chalk up your mug before you fill it with a hot beverage.
Webster, King of the Bedroom
Webster just wanted to show everyone that HE doesn't have to sleep in a crate. I think the reason he is so good with Piggy is because he doesn't have to share the bed with him. It's always good to have your own private place, isn't it?
Country Manor House, Completely Unadorned
No more Christmas decorations. This stately manor looks perfect to me with nothing extra. Great architecture is like that. I would love to see more, wouldn't you? via
Are you venturing out to return any gifts or buy anything on sale? I'm not. Be careful if you have to travel home again in the next day or two. It's a lovely morning here at the cottage. Webster has already been out but Piggy is still fast asleep in his crate. I always drape my polar fleece bathrobe around most of the cage to keep out any drafts and he loves his warm cave. We have him for one more week...hooray! See you later.
Are you venturing out to return any gifts or buy anything on sale? I'm not. Be careful if you have to travel home again in the next day or two. It's a lovely morning here at the cottage. Webster has already been out but Piggy is still fast asleep in his crate. I always drape my polar fleece bathrobe around most of the cage to keep out any drafts and he loves his warm cave. We have him for one more week...hooray! See you later.
Sunday, December 25, 2011
Merry Christmas --Ho Ho Ho Hermès Santa
I love this graphic of a happy Hermès Santa flying over the roof tops on a hang glider. He totally missed my house but I don't mind. Have a wonderful Christmas Day. via
Saturday, December 24, 2011
A Quiet Christmas Eve
Visions of sugar plums are dancing in his head.
Another view of my Christmas tree.
Merry Christmas to all my friends and blog readers. I hope Santa is good to you. Enjoy your friends and family and don't forget to get treats for your pets.
My Christmas Tree is Finally Up and Decorated
My tree looks about the same every year. No lights, only old glass ornaments that reflect the light in the room and wooden cranberry beads. I'll probably take more pictures later. I don't know why I didn't put it up earlier since it is faux but I didn't. Christmas comes but once a year and I'm never ready.
The stockings are hung by the chimney with care in hopes that St. Nicholas soon will be here. Merry Christmas.
Friday, December 23, 2011
Webster and Piggy are ready for a long winter's nap.
We are all so tired we can hardly move.
Is it dark yet?
We just got back from the last walk of the day and this was the 5:15 pm sky.
Christmas Around the Fireplace
Faux fireplace full of real wood. How do I know it's not real? Look at the floorboards -- there's no hearth. I think this room looks beautiful, don't you? Maybe the wood isn't real either...it might be a photograph. Anyway, it looks nice. via
Thursday, December 22, 2011
Anna (my mom) and Piggy
It looks as if she's trying to choke him.
They really love each other as you can see.
My mother was 91 this past October. Doesn't she look great? She doesn't dye her hair and has always been blessed with great natural beauty. She is legally blind due to macular degeneration but is otherwise healthy. Having her share my cottage is my greatest blessing. Maybe she will start a trend of mixing prints with plaid. She always wears jumpers and she doesn't look like herself in anything else.
My mother was 91 this past October. Doesn't she look great? She doesn't dye her hair and has always been blessed with great natural beauty. She is legally blind due to macular degeneration but is otherwise healthy. Having her share my cottage is my greatest blessing. Maybe she will start a trend of mixing prints with plaid. She always wears jumpers and she doesn't look like herself in anything else.
Great place to bake Christmas Cookies
But wait -- where's the oven? I'll take this kitchen even if it doesn't have one; I adore the commercial cooktop. The ovens are probably in the island or on the wall just to the right. I bought a great big fat cookie cookbook this week that I love and I've been doing a lot of virtual baking while reading it. It's on my coffee table instead of in the kitchen. via
Here is an example of an island oven. via
Wednesday, December 21, 2011
Beautiful Christmas Room
I don't know the source for this lovely room. I've had it saved on my upstairs computer forever. Isn't it perfect? I love the Airedale Wirehaired Wire Fox Terrier by the fire.
What I'm Liking This Morning
A colorful knitted sock monkey bearing gifts. Image found on Tumblr.
And last but not least. I couldn't resist these otters.
It is drizzling rain and my quest to get ready for Christmas continues today along with the rest of the world. See you later.
It is drizzling rain and my quest to get ready for Christmas continues today along with the rest of the world. See you later.
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