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tinker
Artist; crafter; writer; gardener; mom; wife - tinker, tailor, candlestick-maker!
Interests: gardening, movies, writing, painting, books, crafting, playing, life!
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Coffee klatch time :)
Though I may be too late for your cute contest, did want to say happy holidays to you and yours'!
Commented Dec 16, 2014 on Turkey Time at turkey feathers
Turkey Time
Happy Friday friends . . . it's been truly lovely hearing from you out there--I've missed you too! More than you know. Thank you for caring and checking back here with me again. I love reading about all the things you are doing. It inspires me to keep this blog going. I guess after 9+ year...
Matty (and you and everyone there) have been in my thoughts and prayers. Glad he's holding his own. If only they could speak...Healing hugs to you all~xo
p.s. and yes, we compost. It's the best, isn't it? Your goat helper probably makes a world of difference too. Wish I knew someone with a goat, nearby...I am way behind on pruning/planting/everything-ing. I better get busy soon...Happy planting/happy almost spring!
Commented Mar 8, 2013 on Poppy. at A Fanciful Twist
Poppy.
The days go by quickly. Spring is in the air. So many buds beginning to begin the journey on fruit trees. Poppies and bulbs blooming. It's been warm, although we will have a cool snap coming this weekend. A little rain, before the cold leaves us for good, they say. All my flower seeds I plante...
Um, that last letter was s'posed to be an 'o' for hugs - not a 'p,' lol! Though that bit o'weirdness, was probably just me...sheesh.
Commented Feb 15, 2012 on What's Up Tiger Lily? at A Whimsical Bohemian
What's Up Tiger Lily?
(the title of this post is from a Woody Allen movie of the same name - I couldn't think of a post title. I saw the movie about 1970 or so at Winterland in SF before a Pink Floyd concert) It's a Japanese film where he redubbed the sound with his own comedy script - it's really funny) None of thi...
Lovin' your tree people, Lisa! Life can be so daily, sometimes (and a bit weird too - at least, it has been lately for me...)Sending lots of love to you, today and every day. xoxp
Commented Feb 15, 2012 on What's Up Tiger Lily? at A Whimsical Bohemian
What's Up Tiger Lily?
(the title of this post is from a Woody Allen movie of the same name - I couldn't think of a post title. I saw the movie about 1970 or so at Winterland in SF before a Pink Floyd concert) It's a Japanese film where he redubbed the sound with his own comedy script - it's really funny) None of thi...
Happy Valentine's Day!
Commented Feb 15, 2012 on Happy CELEBRATING the Day Marked to Celebrate Love and Loving! at French la Vie
Happy CELEBRATING the Day Marked to Celebrate Love and Loving!
Happy Saint Valentine's Day! May we feel loved, and give it unconditionally back to others. A day universal, marked as a day to Celebrate LOVING. How I wish everyday was marked for love. No better then that, how I wish everyone felt loved and had someone to love as well.
So glad you are okay! Looking at the news online has been rather shocking. My daughter and her little one have been visiting us down here, while my SIL has been keeping us updated (where they live is thankfully okay, so far), though they're returning later today and the thought of them crossing all that water to get back home seems a little worrisome. Hopefully the waters will continue to recede and everyone will stay safe. Hope you and yours' stay safe too!
Commented Jan 21, 2012 on Raindrops Keep Falling at turkey feathers
Raindrops Keep Falling
The last 48 hours has been pretty wild, weary and worrisome. We had an epic rainstorm to beat the band, a real gully washer. Remember I said, there might be floods in (some) places? Turns out, we had one. Under our house! A bit of a shock because this has never happened before. We did not...
Bless you! God bless us one and all.
Commented Dec 17, 2011 on Je Te Bénis at French la Vie
Je Te Bénis
Je te bénis. Words that were written in an old French prayer journal I found at the brocante. Someone's hopes, dreams, thoughts, worries written down in prayer. Page after page. Someone's grandmother, mother, sister, aunt, cousin, friend... child. How could it be given away? How I would love...
I'm so very sorry, Corey. It's so hard to lose someone you love - and somehow the holidays can seem to make the loss all the harder...Thinking of you and your family, praying that faith and sweet memories will bring some comfort to you all, through such a sad time. xo
Commented Dec 9, 2011 on Reflections of the Moment at French la Vie
Reflections of the Moment
The death of someone we love brings us to a stark reality. A new territory with a map fueled by emotion lost ways and memories. Life is not only beautifully complex but for the living, life continues even when you feel your world has fallen apart. During this time of great sadness regarding ...
Wow! I am awestruck both by this video - and also by your words about it, Corey. It is wonderful food for thought.
p.s. wonderful is a word I think of for you too - also, brocante ;)
p.s.s. Still praying.
Commented Dec 7, 2011 on Where do Our Words Lead Us at French la Vie
Where do Our Words Lead Us
Last night I watched a video (linked below) called: The Birth of a Word. I was amazed and moved. Amazed that someone could imagine how to capture the birth of a word, and amazed at that implications of what that means. Imagine capturing the birth of a word?! While watching the...
Peace be with you and your family, Corey. xo
Commented Dec 7, 2011 on Going Through the Motions at French la Vie
Going Through the Motions
My cousin Francabolla (Lynn's sister) is on her way home to face a terribly sad reality. I want to hop on a plane and join my family, to share their grief, to give support, to pray outloud with them, to wash our sorrow in tears... to hold their pain in my embrace. It is at times like this, i...
Still thinking of you and your family, Corey, and praying. Lord have mercy...
Commented Dec 5, 2011 on No Words at French la Vie
No Words
A sea of silence stirs within where words no longer express the depth one feels, The unknown shore, the sand moves under foot, the sky above opens. Sadness takes root. When words no longer exist... prayer offers a path, a mantra becomes a staff in hand leading one back home. "Lord have mercy...
Just got caught up. Praying now.
Hugs
Commented Dec 5, 2011 on Thank You at French la Vie
Thank You
Rose.Petal.Bloom. Thank you for your generous prayers. We are still waiting, hoping and offering our good intentions towards Lynn. Thank you for keeping Lynn and her family in your good thoughts and prayers. My cousin (Lynn's sister, Francabolla is with me, as is our high school friend Mardo...
Such sweet toys.
I love that quote.
Commented Dec 4, 2011 on SouleMama Sponsor ~ IMAGINE CHILDHOOD ~ at SouleMama
SouleMama Sponsor ~ IMAGINE CHILDHOOD ~
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Today, I bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Imagine Childhood. In their words: "... a little nature... a little imagination... a lot of play. Toys, tools and activities for growing minds. Imagine Childhood is a family ow...
What an amazing woodcarving! I'll pass the link on to family members, up there.
Loved seeing the photos of your catalog from the eighties. I think they hold much more charm than the slick, digital catalogs of today (though I'm certain they must have taken a lot of work in those pre-digital days!). What wonderful memories you must have made during that time.
Glad your family had a happy Thanksgiving. Thank you for the sunshine you bring to this virtual world!
Commented Nov 29, 2011 on Pumpkin Hollow at turkey feathers
Pumpkin Hollow
Saturday, the Mister and I stepped out and stepped back in time, or so it seemed, as we found ourselves here at this charming little home-run shop--that was recently built behind the owner's Colonial saltbox home. Pumpkin Hollow is open on a limited basis and by appointment, but the doors wer...
Oh - such lovely fabric! I just (finally) made my first patchwork quilt for my granddaughter's first birthday and now I'm hooked on fat quarters!
Commented Oct 29, 2011 on SouleMama Sponsor ~ ALEWIVES ~ at SouleMama
SouleMama Sponsor ~ ALEWIVES ~
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Today, I bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Alewives Fabrics. In their words: "Alewives Fabrics is located in Midcoast Maine and is owned by Barbara Neeson and her daughter Rhea Butler. We specialize in an eclectic mix of...
What sweet hairbands! The slippers are cute as can be too - and they look super comfy.
Commented Oct 3, 2011 on SouleMama Sponsor ~ SATCH & SOL ~ at SouleMama
SouleMama Sponsor ~ SATCH & SOL ~
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Today, I bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Satch & Sol! In their words: "Satch & Sol offers of felted wool slippers, hairbands and more, handmade in Mongolia by a fair trade artist cooperative using traditional felting ski...
I haven't heard of Thirsties till now. Those owls are adorable!
Commented Oct 3, 2011 on SouleMama Sponsor ~ THIRSTIES ~ at SouleMama
SouleMama Sponsor ~ THIRSTIES ~
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Today, I bring you a giveaway from SouleMama Sponsor, Thirsties Modern Cloth Diapers! In their words: "At Thirsties it is our desire to make it easy and affordable for every family to choose cloth diapers. Whether you are using clo...
Wishing I could hug someone right now - you, Annie, her sister -- but since I can't, I guess I'll go look for a tissue and say a prayer...
Commented Aug 22, 2011 on Why Annie Only Went to Paris Once at French la Vie
Why Annie Only Went to Paris Once
(Photo source my friend Karen at Pas Grand Chose) The other day when I was preparing to leave for Paris, with our friend's daughter Natacha, I went over to Annie's to say good bye as I usually do before going somewhere. I have said goodbye to Annie over the years many times while venturin...
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May 24, 2011
Happy birthday, Annie! Hope your day is filled with joy! (And something delicious to eat too! :)
Commented May 15, 2011 on Annie's Birthday at French la Vie
Annie's Birthday
Today is Annie's 92nd Birthday. For those of you who read my blog you know that Annie is my dear friend who I have had the pleasure of knowing for over seventeen years. I thought it would be a wonderful way to celebrate her birthday by asking you to send her a birthday wish. If you want leav...
I thought I was the only person who had ever gone through a complicated relationship with color - and it was one of the same ones! Yellow and I are the best of friends, now and my relationship with orange has definitely improved. ;)
p.s. That is my favorite wolf story!
Commented May 7, 2011 on Feed the good wolf. at the dreaming Press.
Feed the good wolf.
I am posting a yellow picture to honour this week's prompt of "colour" over at Bella's 52 Photos Project, or "color" if you are American, ha ha! {It isn't too late to join in the fun. Simply pick up on the prompt for the week, and link your post each Wednesday. All are welcome!} As a youth,...
Hope you're feeling much better by now - and if by some chance you're not, hope you will feel better very soon!!!
Commented Apr 1, 2011 on Are you yet living? at allsorts
Are you yet living?
You know it's really bad when I don't even post a picture. Since I've had a few emails wondering whether I slipped off the planet or not, I thought I'd let you know that I'm still here... just suffering with the Worst Cold Ever. With luck (and a few more gallons of chicken soup) I'll be back in ...
Ouch! (but glad it wasn't worse!) Take good care of you. Hope you heal quickly!
Commented Mar 19, 2011 on Dang Stairs! at French la Vie
Dang Stairs!
Two hundred and seventeen uneven stairs. Up and down we went from our "happy place" bungalow to the beach, to the restaurant, and to the Wifi. Happily two hundred and seventeen steps up and down, several times a day. We were coming back from dinner. The dark sky and crashing waves added a la...
Beautiful photos.
It's good to see your blog again. I've been away from blogging for a bit. Have been thinking about you though, especially this past weekend. Hope all is well.
Commented Mar 14, 2011 on more fave Venice pix.... at violetismycolor
more fave Venice pix....
There were so many pictures of Venice that I loved. ***Click on the photos to have them enlarged***) We stayed there for 3 days and it wasn't enough. It was incredible. From the views out onto the other Venetian islands, from our water-taxi: To to views of the Grand Canal: ...
Those pages are the bee's knees -
and you are the Queen bee of creativity!
Hope 2011 is sweet for you. Happy New Year, Eb! xo
Commented Jan 6, 2011 on hive and jive... at Be... Dream... Play...
hive and jive...
be-ing in the hive hive buzziness is dream-ing play-ing hive honey xox - eb.
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