Tuesday, December 31, 2013
not something you see every day!
it's tuesday and this tuesday is the last day of 2013! maybe you have an interesting, fun, exciting, unusual NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! experience about new year's eve/day or any other holiday!
Monday, December 30, 2013
get ready.....
we'll be on the road for whimsical wednesday so it's time for a road trip game! look for christmas decorations. see if you can find any on the first day of the year! we are, after all, still celebrating the twelve days of christmas!
Saturday, December 28, 2013
miscellaneous
a recently new twitter friend, bob tarte, seems to be an animal person like many of us here at the whimsey project. he has written books about his animal experiences. read about them all at his website: http://www.bobtarte.com/
someone(s) left me a decidedly unwanted christmas present. the day after christmas i awoke to find the mailbox bashed! i solved the problem like any self-respecting do-it-yourself-er would do; i cobbled it back together with duct tape! a temporary fix, to be certain, but one that works for the meanwhile.
the lake is frozen again. however, the ducks managed to keep an area open closer to the house. thank you, ducks! now i don't have to trudge so far to feed them.
sunshine the last few days. while out one day, i saw a huge bird shadow fly overhead. i love that! it's a thrill to experience that. it was my heron friend. i don't even have to look up; i can tell by the shadow that it's my friend.
a few twitter photos i thought you'd enjoy:
https://twitter.com/fabulousanimals/status/416354263951237120/photo/1
https://twitter.com/fabulousanimals/status/416267991157063680/photo/1
someone(s) left me a decidedly unwanted christmas present. the day after christmas i awoke to find the mailbox bashed! i solved the problem like any self-respecting do-it-yourself-er would do; i cobbled it back together with duct tape! a temporary fix, to be certain, but one that works for the meanwhile.
the lake is frozen again. however, the ducks managed to keep an area open closer to the house. thank you, ducks! now i don't have to trudge so far to feed them.
sunshine the last few days. while out one day, i saw a huge bird shadow fly overhead. i love that! it's a thrill to experience that. it was my heron friend. i don't even have to look up; i can tell by the shadow that it's my friend.
a few twitter photos i thought you'd enjoy:
https://twitter.com/fabulousanimals/status/416354263951237120/photo/1
https://twitter.com/fabulousanimals/status/416267991157063680/photo/1
Friday, December 27, 2013
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Thursday, December 26, 2013
thoughtful thursday
especially relevant the day after christmas!
my wise daughter, libby, has stated: burn your candles and use your soap!
when gifted pretties think not of them as too special to use. use them in order to savor the delight they bring. doing so truly honors the giver.
my wise daughter, libby, has stated: burn your candles and use your soap!
when gifted pretties think not of them as too special to use. use them in order to savor the delight they bring. doing so truly honors the giver.
Wednesday, December 25, 2013
Tuesday, December 24, 2013
not something you see every day!
what interesting, exciting, unusual experience do you have to share with the whimsey project for NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY!?
Monday, December 23, 2013
get ready.....
whimsical wednesday is christmas day! have a wonderfully whimsical day with all those you love!
Saturday, December 21, 2013
miscellaneous
it's officially winter! december 21st; the first day of winter and the shortest day of the year.
the shortest day of the year is about how much sunlight (or how little) there is during the day. it won't be readily obvious this day as it's already dark and dreary. no sunshine but lots and lots of rain. three weeks of ice and snow covering the earth has been replaced by riverlets of water or pools of water where there typically is none.
all the kitties, especially the outdoor kitties, love rough weather. i feel sorry for them and allow them into the house. they have decided they really like being inside. it's becoming increasingly difficult to evict them; even on good weather days. as long as everyone plays nice, they are welcome.
with the thaw came fluid water in the lake. the ducks go from a small area of fluid water when the lake is ice covered to a "huge" body of water. as they zip around in their new found freedom i wonder what they think about. i think "wheeeeeee..................." as i watch them enjoy all that room to play.
the final weekend before the christmas holiday mid week. i wrapped the rest of the gifts last night. after a bit of baking, i will be ready! ho! ho! ho! merry christmas!
the shortest day of the year is about how much sunlight (or how little) there is during the day. it won't be readily obvious this day as it's already dark and dreary. no sunshine but lots and lots of rain. three weeks of ice and snow covering the earth has been replaced by riverlets of water or pools of water where there typically is none.
all the kitties, especially the outdoor kitties, love rough weather. i feel sorry for them and allow them into the house. they have decided they really like being inside. it's becoming increasingly difficult to evict them; even on good weather days. as long as everyone plays nice, they are welcome.
with the thaw came fluid water in the lake. the ducks go from a small area of fluid water when the lake is ice covered to a "huge" body of water. as they zip around in their new found freedom i wonder what they think about. i think "wheeeeeee..................." as i watch them enjoy all that room to play.
the final weekend before the christmas holiday mid week. i wrapped the rest of the gifts last night. after a bit of baking, i will be ready! ho! ho! ho! merry christmas!
Friday, December 20, 2013
Thursday, December 19, 2013
thoughtful thursday
today's thoughtful thursday comes from "the happiness project," found at gretchenrubin.com.
it's the most recent entry, and a sentiment i rather like. "Don't wait until you have some free time. You may never have any free time."
how true. we so often put off starting big projects, or going on an excursion, or we start to dread the pile-up of tasks and chores that aren't immediately pressing, because we think to ourselves, "not right now; i don't have the time for that!"
but if not now, when? a project doesn't have to be completed the first day it's begun. an excursion doesn't have to be any farther than a walk around the yard to get autumn leaves or try and find four-leaf clovers. and tasks and chores will always be there, ready to be done in an hour, but will definitely keep if you leave it for another few.
so. how about today.
it's the most recent entry, and a sentiment i rather like. "Don't wait until you have some free time. You may never have any free time."
how true. we so often put off starting big projects, or going on an excursion, or we start to dread the pile-up of tasks and chores that aren't immediately pressing, because we think to ourselves, "not right now; i don't have the time for that!"
but if not now, when? a project doesn't have to be completed the first day it's begun. an excursion doesn't have to be any farther than a walk around the yard to get autumn leaves or try and find four-leaf clovers. and tasks and chores will always be there, ready to be done in an hour, but will definitely keep if you leave it for another few.
so. how about today.
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
whimsical wednesday
it's national bake cookies day! we are baking up a storm for whimsical wednesday (recipes were posted on monday's get ready.... for anyone to utilize). even though it's bake cookies day, you are free to make anything you'd like! cookies, cakes, candy. enjoy!
this little elf was up early this morning and baked a batch of the three ingredient peanut butter cookies! and they are yum! my neighbors should enjoy as well as i give each home a small offering of goodies each holiday season.
this little elf was up early this morning and baked a batch of the three ingredient peanut butter cookies! and they are yum! my neighbors should enjoy as well as i give each home a small offering of goodies each holiday season.
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
not something you see every day!
NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! share your funny, silly, interesting, amazing, wonderful experiences at the whimsey project!
Monday, December 16, 2013
get ready.....
get ready for whimsical wednesday! it's national cookie baking day so we'll bake cookies. here's a few quick ideas:
three ingredient peanut butter cookies
1 egg
1 cup sugar
1 cup peanut butter
mix together, plop by spoonfuls onto greased baking sheets, bake for 8 to 10 minutes at 350 degrees. even quicker? press dough into baking pan with sides then bake a bit longer. cut into squares after slightly cooled.
don't want to bake cookies? try chocolate bark candy
1 regular size bag of chocolate chips
1 tablespoon of shortening per cup of chips
mix together in a microwave-safe container. microwave a few minutes, stir. continue until almost completely melted. stir the chips until completely melted and blended with the shortening. suggested additions: nuts, m&ms, dried fruit. spread on a sheet covered with foil that has been greased. let cool and harden. then break into pieces.
want a very simple cake recipe instead? (we are flexible at the whimsey project!)
1 box of angel food cake mix
1 can of pumpkin pie filling mix (not pumpkin but the mixture ready to pour into a pie shell)
mix together. pour into a greased large rectangular cake pan. bake at 350 degrees for approximately 25 minutes. test with toothpick for done-ness (pick comes out clean). if needed, add time by 5 minutes. no icing necessary unless desired. vanilla ice cream or whipped cream with cake is yum.
three ingredient peanut butter cookies
1 egg
1 cup sugar
1 cup peanut butter
mix together, plop by spoonfuls onto greased baking sheets, bake for 8 to 10 minutes at 350 degrees. even quicker? press dough into baking pan with sides then bake a bit longer. cut into squares after slightly cooled.
don't want to bake cookies? try chocolate bark candy
1 regular size bag of chocolate chips
1 tablespoon of shortening per cup of chips
mix together in a microwave-safe container. microwave a few minutes, stir. continue until almost completely melted. stir the chips until completely melted and blended with the shortening. suggested additions: nuts, m&ms, dried fruit. spread on a sheet covered with foil that has been greased. let cool and harden. then break into pieces.
want a very simple cake recipe instead? (we are flexible at the whimsey project!)
1 box of angel food cake mix
1 can of pumpkin pie filling mix (not pumpkin but the mixture ready to pour into a pie shell)
mix together. pour into a greased large rectangular cake pan. bake at 350 degrees for approximately 25 minutes. test with toothpick for done-ness (pick comes out clean). if needed, add time by 5 minutes. no icing necessary unless desired. vanilla ice cream or whipped cream with cake is yum.
Saturday, December 14, 2013
miscellaneous
the first snow of the season continues to linger. more than a week later, new snowfall is adding to the already present 16 inches. lots of snow.
this week i was able to witness turkeys scratching for bird food. after munching corn, they wandered along until they came to the edge of the lake. since the lake is frozen, they continued to walk across the lake. then up the far bank and disappeared into the woods.
the winter birds, like the wee juncos, are busily visiting the thistle feeders. for the ground feeding birds, what lands on the snow is dinner!
it's been so very cold that the outdoor cats have been invited to be inside. the house is full of fur but everyone is safe and warm.
television programming is currently replete with sappy christmas movies. i've seen them all! and watched old favorites again.
this week i was able to witness turkeys scratching for bird food. after munching corn, they wandered along until they came to the edge of the lake. since the lake is frozen, they continued to walk across the lake. then up the far bank and disappeared into the woods.
the winter birds, like the wee juncos, are busily visiting the thistle feeders. for the ground feeding birds, what lands on the snow is dinner!
it's been so very cold that the outdoor cats have been invited to be inside. the house is full of fur but everyone is safe and warm.
television programming is currently replete with sappy christmas movies. i've seen them all! and watched old favorites again.
Friday, December 13, 2013
Thursday, December 12, 2013
thoguhtful thursday
nelson mandela:
a good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination.
a good head and a good heart are always a formidable combination.
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
whimsical wednesday
we are writing in our memory books and/or notable notebooks this whimsical wednesday. what is a memory book? any notebook in which to write random memories. what is a notable notebook? any notebook in which to jot down thoughts, ideas, quotes, interesting tidbits.
since our part of the world is still covered with a sheet of ice and 16 inches of snow, my memory book was filled with snow days off of school when my siblings and i were children. the best time ever was when we built a snow tower in the front yard. mom took our picture with it. a few years ago, my sister turned that photograph into the neatest christmas card for just us!
maybe you have a memory of snow you would like to inscribe in your memory book! don't have a memory book? this whimsical wednesday is a great day to begin one!
since our part of the world is still covered with a sheet of ice and 16 inches of snow, my memory book was filled with snow days off of school when my siblings and i were children. the best time ever was when we built a snow tower in the front yard. mom took our picture with it. a few years ago, my sister turned that photograph into the neatest christmas card for just us!
maybe you have a memory of snow you would like to inscribe in your memory book! don't have a memory book? this whimsical wednesday is a great day to begin one!
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
not something you see every day!
here we are once again! tuesday and NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! share your fun, unusual, interesting experiences with the whimsey project!
there was quite the NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! for our area in the last week. last thursday mist turned to sleet. sleet turned to ice. snow mixed with the ice. the snow didn't stop for 48 hours. a sheet of ice and 13 inches of snow on everything! and it's all still here!
there was quite the NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! for our area in the last week. last thursday mist turned to sleet. sleet turned to ice. snow mixed with the ice. the snow didn't stop for 48 hours. a sheet of ice and 13 inches of snow on everything! and it's all still here!
Monday, December 9, 2013
get ready.....
we are writing in our memory books and/or notable notebooks this whimsical wednesday. what is a memory book? any notebook used to inscribe random memories. what is a notable notebook? any notebook used to jot down ideas, thoughts, quotes, interesting tidbits. if you have a memory book and/or notable notebook, enjoy writing on whimsical wednesday. if you haven't begun a memory book and/or notable notebook, this whimsical wednesday is a great day to begin!
Saturday, December 7, 2013
Friday, December 6, 2013
Thursday, December 5, 2013
thoughtful thursday
thanksgiving begins the reminder of the abundance many of us are fortunate to enjoy. although, most likely for children, the season of abundance begins at halloween! as we prepare for christmas, with lots of tasty food to munch and many gifts to give and receive, think of those who are in need. consider these options and more to prepare for christmas:
*donate to the local food bank, participate in toys for tots or any other organization's christmas program.
*share baked goods with the local fire and police departments; leave something for those hearty souls that collect the trash.
*if there are children in the family, have them sort through their toys. there is always something they have outgrown or no longer play with to give to other children.
*for those who are alone or dealing with a recent loss, send a christmas card or give them a gift; from secret santa if you wish.
truly, it is in giving that we receive the most. warming hearts is my favorite holiday activity of all!
*donate to the local food bank, participate in toys for tots or any other organization's christmas program.
*share baked goods with the local fire and police departments; leave something for those hearty souls that collect the trash.
*if there are children in the family, have them sort through their toys. there is always something they have outgrown or no longer play with to give to other children.
*for those who are alone or dealing with a recent loss, send a christmas card or give them a gift; from secret santa if you wish.
truly, it is in giving that we receive the most. warming hearts is my favorite holiday activity of all!
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
whimsical wednesday
we're wearing brown shoes for whimsical wednesday! no brown shoes? brown socks will do!
i have two pairs of shoes and both are black. however, i have a pair of spiffy brown socks. they shall enrobe my tootsies all day!
how about you? brown shoes? brown socks? both?
i have two pairs of shoes and both are black. however, i have a pair of spiffy brown socks. they shall enrobe my tootsies all day!
how about you? brown shoes? brown socks? both?
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
not something you see every day!
NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! share you hilarious, unusual, gobsmacking experiences with the whimsey project today!
Monday, December 2, 2013
get ready.....
get ready for whimsical wednesday! we are observing national wear brown shoes day! don't have brown shoes, wear brown socks. don't have brown socks? time to go shopping!
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