What I learned about running with dogs ~ Part 1

{{{ NOTE:  this is a long post about dogs...if you prefer cats, it's okay to leave early.}}} First things first... if you have some magic agility socks, be sure to pack them in your gear bag. A pair of these, a positive attitude and your favorite furry...

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Little list of lovelies...

The garden is receiving a fine soaking today.  This, of course, provides the perfect guilt-free excuse for indoor pursuits.   I've donned my prettiest  frock  sweat pants for you and settled myself into the comfy chair. Shall I share...

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Homage to my mower

She's loud, she's raucous, and she's got a wicked edge on her. She can cough like a smoker and guzzle with the best of them, but when those wheelies hit the sod, it's all lawn poetry to me. : : : Forgive me,  for I have sinned and...

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Texture Tuesday...that kind of faith

These beauties were not growing naturally on my land although at one time, there were multitudes  found growing on these islands.  No, I planted these bulbs a couple of years ago when I held high hopes for cultivating a native wildflower meadow. These...

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Full of beans

No reason to not use your best china for everyday events. This bowl may not look like your typical "fine china" but believe me, that's what it is around my digs.   I needed to soak the Borlotti seeds overnight, you see.... since they're hard-shelled...

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Rags to become riches

This finally came off the box loom. You can see the creases on the sides where the fabric held onto its frame for such a long time. Before removing the weaving, I knew I needed to secure the outer perimeter. This ~ I thought ~ was going to take quite...

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