Content in a Cottage

Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Birdbath in the First Snow

The snow looked like rock salt but it is gone now.

An Apple A Day

This looks like a good one, doesn't it? It's ripening on the tree in England. via

We had a dusting of snow this morning and it's a very gray day.

Guess who doesn't care?

Monday, November 11, 2013

Delightful Cottage on the Water

Lovely setting, beautifully landscaped. Don't you wish we could go inside?

Steven Gambrel, designer.

Today is Veterans' Day

Click here if you can't see the video below.

Roger Waters and the Wounded Warrior Band featuring LCpl Tim Donley. Roger Waters lost both his father and grandfather to war. This heroic performance is so very moving. Really, there are no words. Wounded, but not broken. Watch another video about the history behind this band here.

Sleeping with a Spotted Cow

Webster was so happy last night when I brought his spotted cow down from the third floor. It makes a perfect pillow for the wonder dog who is an expert at getting comfortable.

Sunday, November 10, 2013

The Trees are Bare

It's very windy outside tonight (actually it's howling down the chimney) and the few remaining leaves will probably be gone tomorrow. Hope you had a nice weekend. I certainly did. This photo is from the inside of my newly painted fence looking out. xo, Rosemary

Rosemary Potato Kale Tart

Rosemary Potato Kale Tart with Ricotta and Parm

Click here for the recipe that makes one 9" tart.

YUM. This looks like a great chilly November Sunday night supper, doesn't it?

Saturday, November 9, 2013

Sherlock on PBS

As I mentioned in a previous post, I'm very excited that Sherlock will be following Downton Abbey in January. I've watched Season I and will watch the final episode of Season II tonight.
Have you seen it? It's a wonderful series. I don't know why I didn't watch it the first time around but I can't wait for Season III.

I'm posting the free links I used to watch the series below the photo in case you want to catch up too. I tried watching on my laptop but the annoying ads kept playing out loud while the program was running several times. SO, I emailed the links to myself and watched on my iPad. Problem solved. Full screen viewing is recommended. I LOVE this series!!!