Tea Cozys for Carol ...

This is my favorite one. LOVE IT.....

Going for Pinks and Yellows

I'm ready to make an apron.
Cheerful
Cuppa tea anyone?
Personally, I love vintage tablecloths.
Well, anyway, what appeals to ya? Anything? I love pink and yellow together. Carol, You want me posting, I'll expect a sweet comment.Hee hee, ho ho.

Cheerleader....

Good Morning Phyllis! So...I've heard that you are the "cheerleader" of the bunch! Apparently tis' true! = ) I love your "blue education"!
I was tickled reading what the two of you had written, Carol! I was remembering the picture of Aundi (sp??) and the wonderul bright colors in the room behind him! And the newly decorated hall in Phyllis' home...I can see both personalities in each. = ))
Speaking of the name of (grammie) Clara...did any of the new generations get her name?
I can't wait to see my new pin cushion! I really love that it will have a very special button! Thank you. Really.
Teresa, after reading your first post about hanging out in the pool enjoying your family...it made me realize that I'm not doing enough of that and our summer is slipping away...before we know it we will have to be back to the grind of school! So...thank you!

Lavender Loveliness

Luscious Lavender
Pretty tablecloth A cozy teacozy
A few lavender fabrics

A Few Blue Things

Thank you guys for praying for me on saturday.I was a little nervous, but reached the finish line. Got a few good laughts along the way, and hope the more serious stuff was well taken. There are quite a few wonderful young women that really want to live to the glory of God. It's a beautiful thing. This is one of the things that I do to relax, Carol. Find blue things for you to look at.Isn't it fun?Teresa, will you want to come home? Sounds like you're having yourself a nice little vacation. Yes, and poor Joe Joe, he will need extra special pampering when you get back. Connie, sorry your pincushion is taking so long. It's finished except for the button. I'll post a couple of pictures so you can choose which one of Clara's vintage buttons you would prefer.Excuse me, Grammie Wright's vintage buttons. By the way, I believe the name Clara is being revived. Making a comeback.

Lunch this afternoon -

Brian, Caden and I picked Valory up at her work and walked a block down to the "Old World Cafe" (In Corning) and I had a Chicken Salad sandwich and some Chracciatelli soup. The soup was kinda like egg drop soup with Parmesian cheese and chicken.
We sat outside at a table in a beautiful courtyard type area with a man playing a very odd guitar. The guitar only had the strings and a board underneath with the outline of a guitar made of some kind of metal or wire?? Not too sure. It was just odd.
I'm not really missing home much.....it's so cool here. I love it. I talked to Laura this morning and I doubt Joe Joe is missing me either! He's sleeping with Jake and Tinsley so they are spoiling him rotten!

MISS YOU TERESA.........

SUCH A HAM

He likes to sit on the counter while I do the dishes or am trying to bake.....I decided to take a picture, I didn't expect him to pose......

I'm leaving this morning -

See you all next week. I don't know if I'll have internet service so I probably won't be reading or posting. Besides......I'll expect to be in the pool! Oh, Connie doesn't know, I'm going to Corning, NY to stay with my son, Brian. He has an extremely active 4 yr old, Caden, so I'll be very busy. I hope I can keep up with him! Be back next Monday.
Phyllis, I hope your devotional went well yesterday.
Carol, I hope you got your refrigerator and you doctor's visit went well. I guess you haven't posted because your still eating trying to make up for the last few weeks?

How was the devotional Phyllis??

My day celebrating -

Here's a link to all the pictures if you'd like to see 'em. It's Jacob's 9th birthday party. (His actual birthday is Aug 13th.

http://www.beautifulbabysnursery.com/bluedaisytemplete.htm

Speaking Tomorrow

Please pray for me tomorrow around 10:30 am. I'll be doing a devotional for a baby shower. I would very much appreciate it. Thank you.

Bought a new pattern -

Do you like 'em?

apprehensive

Well, I am off to the doctors in about 15 minutes. A bit nervous. I don't care much for change and this to me is a big one.........I have prayed for this doctor. I need someone who knows about this kind of problem........later girls

My Very First Serving of Green Beans

I'm enjoying the first green beans from my little garden. Next year we'll all have home grown!

TERESA

I JUST LOVE YOUR NEWEST LITTLE ONE.....SHE'S WONDERFUL AND QUITE PRECIOUS....YOU'LL KNOCK IT OUT OF THE BALL PARK WITH THIS ONE...GREAT JOB...A TRUE ARTIST.

My First Garden Cucumber

I think this was the best cucumber I've ever had. There's another big one out there for tomorrow. I'll need to take good care of my little veggie patch.

Here's Your Striped Fabric Carol

I agree it looks good with the wallpaper. I just don't think I could handle the stripes as draperies. It shall land on a pillow on the bed. And I will have beach roses at my windows. If I were going to have stripes at the windows, I guess it would need to be a little more subtle, but I can handle this as a pillow.Anyway, no time to work on this yet, as I need to polish up my devotional for saturday's baby shower.

CAROL - Some more of my talent !!!

I told Phyllis about this last night on the phone......when you two posted pictures of your "oh so yummy" looking pies I was ashamed to post a picture of what my dessert was for that night......but after reading your comment on my baby pictures (which by the way are very flattering and thank you so much!) I thought I should remind you that all 3 of you have a talent that I don't. Baking and Chef playing!

Here is my dessert I had the same night you feasted on scrumptious pies.......I tried to dress it up a bit by putting it on a nice dish.....than I thought I might add a few sprinkles.......but you know I actually just pulled them out of the plastic bag right? LOL!

Meet Baby Polly -

I've just put her together so she won't be finished with her photo shoot till later.

HOMEMADE FRESH PEACH PIE

I was in the mood to make a pie but wanted something fresh and juicy so I decided on a peach pie. Peaches were only .83 cents a lb. so thought it was a good buy. I forgot to put foil around the crust so it browned a wee bit too much but it smells yummy...can't wait to try it tonight......

Sara's Simple & Yummy Butterscotch Birthday Cake

Wow. We just had a midnight Momma's birthday cake. Very rich and butterscotchy, with a crunchy topping. Mama Mia! I dare you to click on that picture. #277705

SOUNDS GOOD PHYLL;IS

I MADE HOMEMADE SWEET AND SOUR SAUCE OVER CHICKEN AND RICE......WENT TO WAL MART THIS AFTERNOON WITH BREE, I KNOW, I SAID I WOULD NEVER GO TO WAL MART AGAIN ON A SUNDAY HOWEVER DON LEFT ME THE CAR AND I REALLY WANTED TO GET OUT OF THE HOUSE. BREE AND I WERE ALSO GOING OVER TO MY LITTLE SHOP THAT I LIKE SO MUCH BUT WHEN WE GOT HOME SHANNON WAS HERE SO THE THREE OF US ENDED UP JUST TALKING.....WE'LL GO TOMARROW....WAY TO HOT OUTSIDE TODAY...NEED A POOL....

This is One Smart Kitty

Just got home from church. Well, actually about 40 minutes ago. Seems like just a few minutes ago. Started dinner ( Italian Sausage Subs ). I would like to make some kind of unbaked something for dessert. I'm sure I'll find something on Recipezaar. I don't want to heat up the house.

Happy Birthday Rudy, I Love You

I always loved sharing my birthday with you. I truly couldn't have had a better brother.I aways thought you were so tall and handsome. The best thing about you was your kindness and love. I miss you.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, PHYLLIS!!!

A Little Beauty

Don't waste yourself in rejection, nor bark against the bad, but chant the beauty of the good. Ralph Waldo Emerson

Close Ups

These look whiter than they really are. More of a brown. The reddish part is good. I think it's the lighting from this window.

Ironing Board Cover, Fabric,Happy Cucumber, Posies

I finally bought my fabric for my bedroom draperies.Twenty percent off too.

Grass....

I agree with all of you! Perfect! The grass (in my humble opinion) goes great with the new wall paper...makes one feel the wind on your face as you stand on the edge of the cliff at the light house! = ) I do have a but.....and remember, I over process EVERYTHING!!! lol The very first thing (how very sad for me!!) I thought of was the fragile spot for a vase....considering grandchildren. = ( So, naturally the answer is keeping that in mind when you replace the container (maybe a wider bottom). I also think a container with color....plain of course, pick a color from the wall paper. (?????)
NEXT....what WILL you replace the grass on the nightstand with???? = )

Grass for Carol

Their usual place.
I would need a different container. Something more suitable. Also, a lot more grass. Have to wait for fall. My grass is green now. Well?

The Front of my House (Living Green Jazz)

I've got a Weeping Birch(tree), A WeepingWillow (bush),and three kinds of grasses. When the wind blows it's something to watch.
The grassy stuff behind the chair is "Switch Grass". This is what Laura's family burned during a very bad blizzard( Little House on the Prairie).
The light lavender flower is Russian Sage.
Can't wait til these get fluffy.