turkeys! turkeys! turkeys! suddenly there are turkeys in the yard all the time! a few days ago i was sitting on the screened porch when two tom turkeys strolled across the lawn. they were after the corn i throw in the grass for the birds and raccoon. as they pecked away i watched. burlap kitty was on the porch as well. soon they caught her attention and she watched, enchanted, for as long as they were in the yard. a photo of that scene, kitty spying turkeys, became yesterday's photo friday! if the turkeys aren't pecking the grass in the front of the house, they are pecking the grass behind the house at the bird feeding station. silly turkeys.
the kittens have now all been moved to porches. mama one moved her three to the screened porch (a hole in the screen allows access). mamas two and three moved their four kittens to the back porch. the world grows larger for the seven newbies. they are all romping and playing and exploring now. when they sleep, they sleep in a heap. it makes me laugh to see them piled on each other.
the scent of honeysuckle is strong in the air; fragrant and heady. the lightning bugs are active. the frogs are croaking. the birds singing. the insects chirping. the fish jumping. the turtles sunbathing. oh! the glories of spring as summer approaches.
Saturday, May 31, 2014
Friday, May 30, 2014
Thursday, May 29, 2014
thoughtful thursday
maya angelou:
i've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
i've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
whimsical wednesday
we're taking a challenge this whimsical wednesday! what can you create with the following:
*the colors blue and black
*the shapes line and circle
*colored pencils
share your creation with us here at the whimsey project!
*the colors blue and black
*the shapes line and circle
*colored pencils
share your creation with us here at the whimsey project!
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| tennessee suz's whimsical wednesday challenge: a card! |
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| my whimsical wednesday challenge: a page in the art journal! |
Tuesday, May 27, 2014
trivia tuesday
trivia tuesday at the whimsey project! our day to share all manner of trivia. we have categories!
*NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! very unusual experiences.
*what's in a name? a person's surname matches their profession.
* YOU DID NOT! in which you tell others of an experience and they don't believe you.
*i read somewhere.... trivia gleaned from your time with the written word!
*fun stuff on the internet.
*general triva.
*anything you want to share!
last wenesday afternoon i was in the grocery store parking lot. i parked right next to my friend, kathy! we were talking when out of the store came our mutual friend, kathy, and her son, garrett! wow! for me, NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! because i rarely see one person i know in town much less three people all at the same time!
share your trivia with us here at the whimsey project!
*NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! very unusual experiences.
*what's in a name? a person's surname matches their profession.
* YOU DID NOT! in which you tell others of an experience and they don't believe you.
*i read somewhere.... trivia gleaned from your time with the written word!
*fun stuff on the internet.
*general triva.
*anything you want to share!
last wenesday afternoon i was in the grocery store parking lot. i parked right next to my friend, kathy! we were talking when out of the store came our mutual friend, kathy, and her son, garrett! wow! for me, NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! because i rarely see one person i know in town much less three people all at the same time!
share your trivia with us here at the whimsey project!
Monday, May 26, 2014
get ready.....
get ready for whimsical wednesday! we haven't had a challenge for awhile so let's have one this whimsical wednesday! components to incorporate into whatever you create: the shapes of circle and line, the colors black and blue, medium? colored pencils! start planning!
moments monday
moments monday at the whimsey project! our day to reflect and/or connect. we reflect by writing in a variety of journals: a personal journal, a themed journal, a memory journal, a journal for miscellaneous stuff like quotes, ideas, factoids. we connect by reaching out to others: call, write, visit, email, send a card or any way you wish to connect with someone near or far.
today i reflected by writing in my themed journal; an account of living on the farm. i also wrote in my notable notebook several quotes i had encountered recently. i intend to write in my memory book sometime today but don't know about what as yet. i connected via email and calls. later today friends and i are getting together for lunch and to share crafting. i baked a coconut custard pie for the occasion!
how did you reflect and/or connect on this moments monday?
today i reflected by writing in my themed journal; an account of living on the farm. i also wrote in my notable notebook several quotes i had encountered recently. i intend to write in my memory book sometime today but don't know about what as yet. i connected via email and calls. later today friends and i are getting together for lunch and to share crafting. i baked a coconut custard pie for the occasion!
how did you reflect and/or connect on this moments monday?
Sunday, May 25, 2014
solitude sunday
solitude sunday at the whimsey project. our day to spend time with a book; any book for as long as you have time to devote to it.
last sunday night i finished the second in thomas cahill's hinges of history series, the gifts of the jews. not wishing to wait to begin volume three, i began to read immediately. this volume, desire of the everlasting hills; the world before and after jesus, was amazing. i write was because i finished it today. mr cahill offers a history of the world leading up to the birth of jesus to begin the book. this foundation made such an impact on the discussion of the life of jesus. so much more context that allowed for greater understanding. after jesus the discussion turned to how the jews that believed in jesus as the messiah broke from those that did not to form the christian faith. intertwined throughout the volume is how the scriptures are presented, how they relate to one another, the historical factors, the authors of the books of what became the bible. wow! time for volume four.....
what are you reading? share your book with us here at the whimsey project.
last sunday night i finished the second in thomas cahill's hinges of history series, the gifts of the jews. not wishing to wait to begin volume three, i began to read immediately. this volume, desire of the everlasting hills; the world before and after jesus, was amazing. i write was because i finished it today. mr cahill offers a history of the world leading up to the birth of jesus to begin the book. this foundation made such an impact on the discussion of the life of jesus. so much more context that allowed for greater understanding. after jesus the discussion turned to how the jews that believed in jesus as the messiah broke from those that did not to form the christian faith. intertwined throughout the volume is how the scriptures are presented, how they relate to one another, the historical factors, the authors of the books of what became the bible. wow! time for volume four.....
what are you reading? share your book with us here at the whimsey project.
Saturday, May 24, 2014
miscellaneous
my post is being written on the porch. waif doggie and the many cats are enjoying the pleasant weather. it's a lovely porch sitting day and has been all week. every day we have been on the porch for at least a while. they lounge, snooze, the dog barks at whatever, the kitties come and go. i read and observe what is going on in the world known as bairn tangle farm, home. there is currently a turkey pecking at corn in the lawn just a few feet from the porch. it's so neat to see turkeys up close.
last night before dark i added food to the hummingbird feeders. encountered mama raccoon in the front. when she discovered me she scurried up the nearest tree and peeked around the trunk at me. since i paid her no mind and left her alone, she continued to watch me. this is the mama that has her kits close by each season because there's a food source. one year i began to feed her because she was destroying the bird feeders to get to food. she wasn't going away, i wasn't going to remove her so i just started feeding her. and the kits as soon as they are weened. every year i anticipate seeing the kits in the yard. none thus far this year. it won't be long.
one of the kitties just walked across the lawn toward the lake, passing by ms turkey. the turkey looked somewhat startled. however the kitty went about her business so the turkey continued her lunch.
there were three expecting kitties this spring. after they were all "empty" the kittens of two of the mamas were discovered readily. where was the third mama housing her kittens? a few days ago, by chance, they were revealed! she had them in the herb garden, full now with vegetation, as well as a sculpture base to rest behind without being seen from the sidewalk or lawn. this area is just outside my bathroom window; that i peeked out of at just the right time to see three very wee kittens: one gray, one burlap, one yellow. now i look out of the window several times a day and say hi to them. they just stare at this big thing in wonderment.
the other four kittens are older and venturing around the playhouse lawn. i've been sitting on the bench in that area to allow them to get used to me. they are curious but only one has come as close as a foot within reach. just looking and occasionally talking to them. they are seeing their mamas come to be on me, by me so they must know i'm not too scary!
the hummingbird population count has been established at three. that's one more than usual. perhaps a few more will join the others. when i sit on the bench to be near the kittens i am directly under one of the hummingbird feeders. since i remain still they come to the feeder. they hum loudly and are so neat to watch up close. i've gotten good at tracking them as they zoom about from tree to tree and around the house and each other.
ms turkey has finished her lunch and has moved on so i will end for this miscellaneous day at the whimsey project. pay attention to the nature around you. it fulfills like nothing else.
last night before dark i added food to the hummingbird feeders. encountered mama raccoon in the front. when she discovered me she scurried up the nearest tree and peeked around the trunk at me. since i paid her no mind and left her alone, she continued to watch me. this is the mama that has her kits close by each season because there's a food source. one year i began to feed her because she was destroying the bird feeders to get to food. she wasn't going away, i wasn't going to remove her so i just started feeding her. and the kits as soon as they are weened. every year i anticipate seeing the kits in the yard. none thus far this year. it won't be long.
one of the kitties just walked across the lawn toward the lake, passing by ms turkey. the turkey looked somewhat startled. however the kitty went about her business so the turkey continued her lunch.
there were three expecting kitties this spring. after they were all "empty" the kittens of two of the mamas were discovered readily. where was the third mama housing her kittens? a few days ago, by chance, they were revealed! she had them in the herb garden, full now with vegetation, as well as a sculpture base to rest behind without being seen from the sidewalk or lawn. this area is just outside my bathroom window; that i peeked out of at just the right time to see three very wee kittens: one gray, one burlap, one yellow. now i look out of the window several times a day and say hi to them. they just stare at this big thing in wonderment.
the other four kittens are older and venturing around the playhouse lawn. i've been sitting on the bench in that area to allow them to get used to me. they are curious but only one has come as close as a foot within reach. just looking and occasionally talking to them. they are seeing their mamas come to be on me, by me so they must know i'm not too scary!
the hummingbird population count has been established at three. that's one more than usual. perhaps a few more will join the others. when i sit on the bench to be near the kittens i am directly under one of the hummingbird feeders. since i remain still they come to the feeder. they hum loudly and are so neat to watch up close. i've gotten good at tracking them as they zoom about from tree to tree and around the house and each other.
ms turkey has finished her lunch and has moved on so i will end for this miscellaneous day at the whimsey project. pay attention to the nature around you. it fulfills like nothing else.
Friday, May 23, 2014
Thursday, May 22, 2014
thoughtful thursday
buddha:
in the end, only three things matter: how much you loved, how gently you lived and how gracefully you let go of things not meant for you.
in the end, only three things matter: how much you loved, how gently you lived and how gracefully you let go of things not meant for you.
Wednesday, May 21, 2014
whimsical wednesday
it's national salad week and we are seeking different ingredients for our rabbit food for whimsical wednesday! use this link to discover different wild plants that are edible and would make tasty for a tasty salad:
http://wowthatscool.com/-meetanimal/wild-plants-you-might-not-have-known-you-could-eat?utm_content=bufferecc74&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer
armed with the list of plants from the above link, i was out early this morning hunting wild, edible plants. it was relatively simple to find dandelion greens, plantains and wild onions as they readily grow in the not very pristine grass. the day lilies aren't up as yet and the spring beauties have come and gone. the rest of the plants on the list are either too far afield for me or don't grow here. not being too keen on salad for breakfast, the edibles have been washed and put in the refrigerator until lunch. the taste test results will be reported later.
it would have been need to find the wood sorrel or the sheep sorrel as they have the taste of lemon; one of my favorite flavors! also, recently i read in the wildflower book that may apples, or berries as they are technically referred to, are edible as well! these also have a citrus flavor. now that i know i shall endeavor to find and try!
what wild plant edibles did you find for your salad this whimsical wednesday?
http://wowthatscool.com/-meetanimal/wild-plants-you-might-not-have-known-you-could-eat?utm_content=bufferecc74&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer
armed with the list of plants from the above link, i was out early this morning hunting wild, edible plants. it was relatively simple to find dandelion greens, plantains and wild onions as they readily grow in the not very pristine grass. the day lilies aren't up as yet and the spring beauties have come and gone. the rest of the plants on the list are either too far afield for me or don't grow here. not being too keen on salad for breakfast, the edibles have been washed and put in the refrigerator until lunch. the taste test results will be reported later.
it would have been need to find the wood sorrel or the sheep sorrel as they have the taste of lemon; one of my favorite flavors! also, recently i read in the wildflower book that may apples, or berries as they are technically referred to, are edible as well! these also have a citrus flavor. now that i know i shall endeavor to find and try!
what wild plant edibles did you find for your salad this whimsical wednesday?
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
trivia tuesday
trivia tuesday at the whimsey project! our day to share all manner of goofy, fun, unusual trivia. categories:
*NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY!: very unusual experiences.
*what's in a name?: a person's surname matches their profession.
*YOU DID NOT!: in which you have an experience but people don't believe it.
*general trivia: any trivia you want to share.
*your category: got a trivia category to add? tell us about it!
*NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY!: very unusual experiences.
*what's in a name?: a person's surname matches their profession.
*YOU DID NOT!: in which you have an experience but people don't believe it.
*general trivia: any trivia you want to share.
*your category: got a trivia category to add? tell us about it!
Monday, May 19, 2014
get ready.....
we are celebrating national salad week for whimsical wednesday. salad with a twist! use this link to find some of the vegetation for your salad:
http://wowthatscool.com/-meetanimal/wild-plants-you-might-not-have-known-you-could-eat?utm_content=bufferecc74&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer
http://wowthatscool.com/-meetanimal/wild-plants-you-might-not-have-known-you-could-eat?utm_content=bufferecc74&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer
moments monday
moments monday at the whimsey project. our day to reflect and/or connect. reflect by writing in any way you wish: a memory journal, a themed journal, a personal journal, scrapbook, a notable notebook (for quotes, ideas and interesting tidbits). we connect by calling, visiting, writing, sending cards, email or any other means of connecting with others that is right for the persons involved.
today i reflected by recording several interesting quotes and facts in my notable notebook. i connected by preparing and sending several birthday cards.
how did you reflect and/or connect this moments monday?
today i reflected by recording several interesting quotes and facts in my notable notebook. i connected by preparing and sending several birthday cards.
how did you reflect and/or connect this moments monday?
Sunday, May 18, 2014
solitude sunday
solitude sunday at the whimsey project. our day to spend time with a book; any book you would enjoy reading or are enjoying reading. a new book or a long awaited read.
my journey with the second volume of thomas cahill's hinges of history books, the gifts of the jews, how the tribe of desert nomads changed the way everyone thinks and feels. thus far the hebrews, who became isrealites, have been wandering in the desert and have come to make themselves a home in canaan. during a succession of kings, the greatest of these, david, the israelites are finally vanquished by the assyrians. the ten lost tribes of the isrealites are scattered and are gone from the historical record. and that's what i've read so far.
what are you reading? share your book with us here at the whimsey project.
my journey with the second volume of thomas cahill's hinges of history books, the gifts of the jews, how the tribe of desert nomads changed the way everyone thinks and feels. thus far the hebrews, who became isrealites, have been wandering in the desert and have come to make themselves a home in canaan. during a succession of kings, the greatest of these, david, the israelites are finally vanquished by the assyrians. the ten lost tribes of the isrealites are scattered and are gone from the historical record. and that's what i've read so far.
what are you reading? share your book with us here at the whimsey project.
Saturday, May 17, 2014
miscellaneous
rain, rain, rain. a week of rain. and chilly. no porch sitting currently.
the four wee kittens are all romping about the playhouse now. one could imagine it's their house and they are playing outside. two yellow, one calico, one brindled; so cute they are.
mama and papa goose are rearing their gosling with great care. as a result the little one is thriving. so big already!
lady raccoon wasn't happy with me this week. with all the rain (and i mean ALL the rain) i didn't go out as much with food for the birds. when i feed the birds, i have food for the raccoon. she got me. she tore up one of the bird feeders but good. there is now food out for both the raccoon and the birds.
two hummingbirds. they zoom and chase each other away from the feeders. i wonder if the nectar tastes better with antics included. they have discovered the hummingbird vine next to the side door. oh, the choices! where to begin!
while sitting on the porch last sunday, a bird's song caught my attention. it was lovely and reminded me of the beginning notes of a classical music piece. although these notes were the bird's song, i half expected the rest of the symphony to unfold.
our whimsical wednesday activity of taking a chance update: i replanted the failing african violet transplant from mom. the replants are limping along. i haven't given up as yet.
the four wee kittens are all romping about the playhouse now. one could imagine it's their house and they are playing outside. two yellow, one calico, one brindled; so cute they are.
mama and papa goose are rearing their gosling with great care. as a result the little one is thriving. so big already!
lady raccoon wasn't happy with me this week. with all the rain (and i mean ALL the rain) i didn't go out as much with food for the birds. when i feed the birds, i have food for the raccoon. she got me. she tore up one of the bird feeders but good. there is now food out for both the raccoon and the birds.
two hummingbirds. they zoom and chase each other away from the feeders. i wonder if the nectar tastes better with antics included. they have discovered the hummingbird vine next to the side door. oh, the choices! where to begin!
while sitting on the porch last sunday, a bird's song caught my attention. it was lovely and reminded me of the beginning notes of a classical music piece. although these notes were the bird's song, i half expected the rest of the symphony to unfold.
our whimsical wednesday activity of taking a chance update: i replanted the failing african violet transplant from mom. the replants are limping along. i haven't given up as yet.
Friday, May 16, 2014
Thursday, May 15, 2014
thoughtful thursday
as read on twitter, no attribution:
the world is full of nice people. if you can't find one, be one.
the world is full of nice people. if you can't find one, be one.
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
whimsical wednesday
it's both national wildflower and love a tree day for whimsical wednesday. enjoy one or both in any way you wish!
my plans for wildflower and love a tree whimsical wednesday were thwarted by the weather! last night i retrieved the wildflower identification book with the intent to walk about looking up the names of wildflowers as i encountered them. this morning i awoke to steady rain and heavy clouds and very very very wet grass!
plan b..... all my stamps are now on the kitchen table. i've looked through them to unearth all of the flowers. i'll be working on something art related with my flower stamps, many of which are just right for depicting wildflowers.
for love a tree day i've written about my holly tree, a housewarming gift from my parents, in my memory book.
how are you enjoying wildflowers and trees today for whimsical wednesday?
my plans for wildflower and love a tree whimsical wednesday were thwarted by the weather! last night i retrieved the wildflower identification book with the intent to walk about looking up the names of wildflowers as i encountered them. this morning i awoke to steady rain and heavy clouds and very very very wet grass!
plan b..... all my stamps are now on the kitchen table. i've looked through them to unearth all of the flowers. i'll be working on something art related with my flower stamps, many of which are just right for depicting wildflowers.
for love a tree day i've written about my holly tree, a housewarming gift from my parents, in my memory book.
how are you enjoying wildflowers and trees today for whimsical wednesday?
Tuesday, May 13, 2014
trivia tuesday
trivia tuesday at the whimsey project! our day to share all manner of fun and interesting stuff! categories:
*NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! unique experiences.
*what's in a name? a person's profession matches their surname.
*YOU DID NOT! in which you relate an experience to someone and they don't believe it.
*general trivia. just stuff!
*a category of trivia you would like to share with the whimsey project.
*NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! unique experiences.
*what's in a name? a person's profession matches their surname.
*YOU DID NOT! in which you relate an experience to someone and they don't believe it.
*general trivia. just stuff!
*a category of trivia you would like to share with the whimsey project.
Monday, May 12, 2014
get ready.....
whimsical wednesday is all about nature. it's both national love a tree day and national wildflower week. think about how to enjoy one or both for whimsical wednesday! then enjoy!
monday moments
moments monday at the whimsey project. our day to reflect and/or connect. we reflect by writing. keep any kind of journal: memories, personal, themed. a notable notebook in which to record random ideas, quotes, interesting facts. we connect with others through the written word: cards or letters (i'm a firm believer in the value of a smile in someone's mailbox!), phone calls, email, visits. or any other way you would like to reflect and/or connect.
for me on moments monday, letters are ready for the mail, i've written in my themed journal (all about the farm) and i will visit a friend who just had surgery later today.
how did you reflect and/or connect for moments monday?
for me on moments monday, letters are ready for the mail, i've written in my themed journal (all about the farm) and i will visit a friend who just had surgery later today.
how did you reflect and/or connect for moments monday?
Sunday, May 11, 2014
solitude sunday
solitude sunday at the whimsey project. our day to spend time with a book. a book we have long intended to read or one new to us. no matter! just read and enjoy.
my book is the second in thomas cahill's hinges of history books, the gifts of the jews: how a tribe of desert nomads hanged the way everyone thinks and feels. while this book is about the jewish people, i had to read more than fifty pages before getting anywhere near a person who could be considered jewish. the historical background that preceded was more than informative; it put what was to come in great perspective.
what are you reading this solitude sunday?
my book is the second in thomas cahill's hinges of history books, the gifts of the jews: how a tribe of desert nomads hanged the way everyone thinks and feels. while this book is about the jewish people, i had to read more than fifty pages before getting anywhere near a person who could be considered jewish. the historical background that preceded was more than informative; it put what was to come in great perspective.
what are you reading this solitude sunday?
Friday, May 9, 2014
Thursday, May 8, 2014
thoughtful thursday
bobbie ann mason:
one day i was counting the cats and i absent-mindedly counted myself.
one day i was counting the cats and i absent-mindedly counted myself.
Wednesday, May 7, 2014
whimsical wednesday
it's go outside day for whimsical wednesday! take time to be in the fresh air and sunshine (hopefully you have sunshine today). do whatever you enjoy doing outside. have a picnic, sit on the porch, take a walk, go fishing, ride a bike. just go outside and do it!
here's what i did for go outside whimsical wednesday:
*set up the new birdbath.
*filled the existing bird feeders and hung new ones.
*talked to the new kittens.
*refilled the hummingbird feeders with fresh nectar.
*played with doggie, waif.
*set out corn for mama raccoon and her kits.
*sat on the porch to rest and enjoy!
what did you do for go outside whimsical wednesday?!?
here's what i did for go outside whimsical wednesday:
*set up the new birdbath.
*filled the existing bird feeders and hung new ones.
*talked to the new kittens.
*refilled the hummingbird feeders with fresh nectar.
*played with doggie, waif.
*set out corn for mama raccoon and her kits.
*sat on the porch to rest and enjoy!
what did you do for go outside whimsical wednesday?!?
Tuesday, May 6, 2014
trivia tuesday
trivia tuesday at the whimsey project! our day to share any and all trivia! we have created categories:
*NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! trivia that is very unusual to behold.
*what's in a name? a person's surname matches their profession.
*YOU DID NOT! experiences you have but others don't believe it happened.
*general trivia of fun and interesting factoids.
*your category! start a trivia category for trivia tuesday!
in the NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! category: i watched a pair of cardinals sitting opposite one another, munch cracked corn at the tray bird feeder. it was as if they were dining at a restaurant or a kitchen table. suddenly the female leaned toward the male and gave him a bit of her food; the exchange beak to beak. soon after, he shared a bite with her. they chattered and ate and shared. it was sweet.
what's your trivia for trivia tuesday!?
*NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! trivia that is very unusual to behold.
*what's in a name? a person's surname matches their profession.
*YOU DID NOT! experiences you have but others don't believe it happened.
*general trivia of fun and interesting factoids.
*your category! start a trivia category for trivia tuesday!
in the NOT SOMETHING YOU SEE EVERY DAY! category: i watched a pair of cardinals sitting opposite one another, munch cracked corn at the tray bird feeder. it was as if they were dining at a restaurant or a kitchen table. suddenly the female leaned toward the male and gave him a bit of her food; the exchange beak to beak. soon after, he shared a bite with her. they chattered and ate and shared. it was sweet.
what's your trivia for trivia tuesday!?
Monday, May 5, 2014
get ready.....
get ready for whimsical wedneday! go outside! make plans to take a walk, sit on the porch, read in a park, throw pebbles in a pond. whatever you like to do outside, do it for a bit on whimsical wednesday to celebrate the beautiful spring weather!
moments monday
moments monday at the whimsey project. our day to reflect and/or connect. reflect by writing in a person journal, a memory journal, a special themed journal (i keep a journal about my farm), a notable notebook (in which to record quotes, ideas, interesting facts). connect with others by calling, writing, sending a card, connecting on social media, email, visiting, or any way you wish to connect.
for moments monday i reflected by writing in the farm journal. and the memory journal; dad and his always successful ability to find a four leaf clover. i connected by writing letters, thank you notes, and making a few calls.
how did you reflect and/or connect this moments monday?
for moments monday i reflected by writing in the farm journal. and the memory journal; dad and his always successful ability to find a four leaf clover. i connected by writing letters, thank you notes, and making a few calls.
how did you reflect and/or connect this moments monday?
Sunday, May 4, 2014
solitude sunday
solitude sunday at the whimsey project. our day to spend time with a book; any book but those especially that rests on our bookshelves that we have been meaning to read.
my reading session was later today as i had out of town company this weekend. when i could settle down to read, i was able to finish thomas cahill's, how the irish saved civilization; the untold story of ireland's heroic role from the fall of rome to the rise of medieval europe. this volume is the first in cahill's, hinges of history series. the remaining few chapters described how ireland became diminished through invasions, famine and mass emigration. however, it was concluded, that the irish gave so much to the world, through the fall of rome and dark ages, that nothing could diminish this land and it's people.
what are you reading? share your book with us here at the whimsey project.
my reading session was later today as i had out of town company this weekend. when i could settle down to read, i was able to finish thomas cahill's, how the irish saved civilization; the untold story of ireland's heroic role from the fall of rome to the rise of medieval europe. this volume is the first in cahill's, hinges of history series. the remaining few chapters described how ireland became diminished through invasions, famine and mass emigration. however, it was concluded, that the irish gave so much to the world, through the fall of rome and dark ages, that nothing could diminish this land and it's people.
what are you reading? share your book with us here at the whimsey project.
Saturday, May 3, 2014
miscellaneous
the late april warming was encouraging. with the advent of may, however, came cold and rain. the porch will have to wait.
house wrens are, once again, building a nest in the gourd birdhouse next to the dining room window. as i discovered last year, after they abandoned the gourd, wrens prepare several nests then select the one that best suits. maybe they will deem the gourd birdhouse worthy this season.
the may apples are blooming. soon there will be apples. may apples are wildflowers. the plant resembles a wee umbrella as the stalk is straight with a circle of large leaves atop. the blossom appears directly under the leaves and is replaced by a small green globe that's known as the apple. they are very whimsical.
so many turkeys about. it must be the season because i caught sight of a male in full display yesterday. he was so proud of all those feathers fanning out behind him.
the blossoms on the flowering trees are larger and fuller. so many dogwood trees clustered together looks like snow on the branches. interspersed with the red bud trees, the vista is striking.
house wrens are, once again, building a nest in the gourd birdhouse next to the dining room window. as i discovered last year, after they abandoned the gourd, wrens prepare several nests then select the one that best suits. maybe they will deem the gourd birdhouse worthy this season.
the may apples are blooming. soon there will be apples. may apples are wildflowers. the plant resembles a wee umbrella as the stalk is straight with a circle of large leaves atop. the blossom appears directly under the leaves and is replaced by a small green globe that's known as the apple. they are very whimsical.
so many turkeys about. it must be the season because i caught sight of a male in full display yesterday. he was so proud of all those feathers fanning out behind him.
the blossoms on the flowering trees are larger and fuller. so many dogwood trees clustered together looks like snow on the branches. interspersed with the red bud trees, the vista is striking.
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