tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32024650701623315582012-01-28T13:46:43.171-08:00"DO WHAT YOU CAN....WITH WHAT YOU HAVE.....WHERE YOU ARE." RooseveltMy Grama's Soulhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10114089036939629527noreply@blogger.comBlogger3761100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3202465070162331558.post-73204770748870092222012-01-28T07:16:00.000-08:002012-01-28T07:16:42.848-08:00

This is his card...... CUTE huh??? lol lol Happy birthday honey..... HUGS, JO

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Trying to reconfigure my blog list is akin to doing research in writing the great American Novel.... lol....... Going to my dashboard on the old interface.....takes so much time to load and retrieve that I am having to do it in little increments.  Please bear with me.......while I do this......... This is really what I want to do!! Yes......go take a long nap in this sweet little

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"Death is very likely the single best invention of life."Steve Jobs. P.S. Still haven't reconfigured my blog list.....thanks for all the info each of you have shared. Hugs,Jo

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See the part of the skull that says "DAZED and CONFUSED" ...... that's me at the moment. I accidentally removed my entire blog roll list....and of course I have no idea how to retrieve it.  It may take me a while to reconfigure this little baby....so please bare with me as I try and bring to mind all the blogs I love to visit. EEEEKKKKKK..... Jo

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Magic......is a truly beautiful word: "Magica".......Portugese "Magia"........Spanish "Magique".......French "Magji"....Albanian This is the top of  a box purchased on a trip to St. Petersburg, Russia.... I made  this trip many...many...years ago and it was truly one that was unforgettable. It was a magical destination full of many secrets and stories. Each time

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I can't even begin to tell you how much fun I'm having making jewelry out of trash!!! All of you probably think I am a little demented....or that I should be on the TV show "Pickers"..... anyway... the above piece was made with junk jewelry and garbage. Well.....I don't exactly dig in dumpsters....but I will pick up an occasional item alongside the road if I am walking.

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Everyone wants to be loved......some more than others...but if you really think about it....just what is LOVE? Is it that flutter you feel when you first fall in love? ....Is it that boring feeling that can occasionally develop over time in a relationship, yet one still chooses to stay?..  Is it the familiarity you have like having an old, old friend?  Is it security.....is it money..

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If I slow down long enough....and REALLY pay attention....I can usually figure out where I have missed the mark. I've visited with a few friends...and listened to their input...which I value greatly...their open sharing always seems to make the load a little lighter. Anyone who has followed me for any length of time knows of the addiction problems that have troubled my family for

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It is often said......life is a "classroom"...."when the student is ready...the teacher appears"..I certainly agree with these two concepts.  However, I sometimes wonder exactly what lesson I am here to learn.   I think I know what the lesson is.....I think I have learned it.....then......only to have it reappear again in some other form. I am going to be away from my blog for a

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Another year has passed.... We count them by days..... THE YEARS But can we really remember what really happened on one certain day...say....January  13th, 2011 or August the 3rd of the same year ~~~ I believe we should keep track of the years by EVENTS..... Oh yes, you say, I remember.... The year of the great flood The year of the great fire The year of the potato ~~

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I've posted before about my dress form....Miss Minnette...... She has been busy choosing her outfit for New Year's Eve. She is an accessory gal like me and so she always goes for those that have a little bling and are a  little different.  This year she has chosen the pendant necklace you see above. She never goes anywhere without her pearls and she does love to pile on the

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Today....I'm joining all the ladies over at A Stroll Thru Life  for tabletop Tuesday. This is the first time I have participated in this....and since I have always loved creating little displays on my holiday table...I would like to share mine with you this year. I'm really not much of a collector of Christmas decor...but I have managed to collect a few shoe forms....and I wanted

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For many of us.....holidays have always been a very stressful time.....too much work...too little time.  However....as the years have passed and holidays have changed over the years...I find that ours are getting better and better.   Yes.....this could have been me a few years ago....(actually....my cute grandson was taking pics with my camera)..but you understand my meaning.  

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CUTE HUH???? MERRY CHRISTMAS xo Jo

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I am indeed on a little holiday break from my blog....but I wanted to share this great idea with you. The wonderful blog La Porterouge has begun an on -line book club....with JUST the classics.....right up my alley. Each month we will read a new book and post about the read by either making a recipe that would relate to the book ...or clothing from the era...or anything else related

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As it gets closer to Christmas I find myself thinking about Christmas time during my childhood.  My family was one of  very modest means....in fact....often my father was unemployed and my dear mother supported us.  Christmas time could be pretty lean as far as presents went...but we always had a big Christmas dinner  and invited family who were close by.   My mom was always so busy

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If I could..... I would send all of you fresh flowers this Christmas..... Please Enjoy! Sugarplum squeezes, Jo

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We all love looking at Christmas houses during this festive season.  Here are a few shots around ours..... Please pay no attention to the lady in the housecoat reflected in the mirror.  (O: HOPEFULLY YOU HAVE ENJOYED THESE FEW LITTLE PHOTOS. Have a wonderful day, Jo

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Dear Santa ~~~I've spent 65 Christmases with you.....yep sixty-five......and I know I've asked for a lot over the years.....but this year, I want to keep it simple. Just one thing on my list this year.Can you please fix it so people begin communicating VERBALLY again. No....not on a computer, or texting or twittering and tweeting.  Not facebook or answering machines: press one for English......

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 I have posted before about my love of reusing and repurposing something around my home. This year.....instead of putting up the BIG tree we put up a small one .... so I had tons of Christmas Balls left over. Since they are so beautiful and sparkly I decided to incorporate them in my dining room chandelier.....added a bunch of ribbon and some beaded garland...and instant make over. Yes.....

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"Life is not the way it is supposed to be.  It is the way it is.  The way you cope with it is what makes the difference."Virginia Satir A life lived is not without hardship.  At times....many of us have had hardships we thought we could not bare....but we did. During the holiday season with so many people being joyous and merry it is easy  to enter a mind set of ....... well.......I would

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Celebrating our Creator's love and our life on earth........ Hugs, JoPhoto:  Kim Klassen

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O.K. sweet friends......what do you think this is??  This came to me in the mail the other day from one of our local retailers.I opened it and didn't have a clue.  First I thought it might be a lighter.....then maybe a small flashlight.....but no~~ not that either.Notice the bling on the case....tiny..tiny....little crystals that are a topaz color.  Well I was a little bewildered ..... so I

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Yes......your eyes are not deceiving you.....that IS a blue poinsettia..... My local grocer is one great store....they carry everything and I mean everything. The other day was there and came across this unusual plant....a BLUE POINSETTIA....of course it came home with me. It actually is getting bluer by the day....I'm assuming they did this by putting food coloring in the water when they

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Thanks to each of you who stopped by with your kind comments yesterday......as they say TODAY IS ANOTHER DAY!!  Can't stay in the doldrums for long.....I'm saving all of everyone's muchness in my heart and now it is Pink and fluffy~~ as it needs to be . Here are a few Christmas pretties to share over this cold, cold weekend. We have our wonderful grandson this weekend....going to get a fire

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Mad Hatter to Alice......"You used to much more Muchier""You've lost your muchness." Alice in Wonderland is probably one of my favorite books....and it is absolutely one of my favorite movies. I know the holidays are here and we are all supposed to be all giddy with creativity and holiday spirit.....but I seem to have MISPLACED MINE!  Oh I'm not saying I'm  a Bahh Humbug sort of person....but

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I know the winter month's have arrived at many home's across the U.S.Today....wanted to send each of you a bit of spring.....found these beautiful roses at my local grocers....  The green blooms are called Bells of Ireland....I have never seen them before.....they most certainly could not be from AZ. (O: I know this isn't a Christmas post....but I thought these were so lovely.....I wanted to

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I have posted before about not really being a crafter...but it seems as though I save every little thing just in case I might have a use for the item. Here is a really cute and inexpensive gift you can make for those gardners in your life. Bling Sticks for Plants I used the Chinese chop sticks that come with Chinese take-out.....broke them in two pieces.  Then used some of the flat ornaments I

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Well, Thanksgiving is over.....had a great visit with friends....ate too much....so now on to the next project. For years we have had a wonderful helper who has decorated our tree....she and her helpers work a good part of the day getting both the inside and outside of our home ready for the holidays.  She can use the income......and WE can use the help. Well.....this year....she had a hip

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Thank you.....thank you....and thank you again.....is all that is really needed on this special day!!!! Hugs, Jo 

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I don't know about you....but during the holidays I seem to be particularly stressed and sometimes bordering on being a little blue. Usually....when that happens I try to find some inspiring little something to come to my aid.  Happened across this wonderful little publication...it is perfect for this time of year. With chapter's such as "CARING ABOUT AND FOR YOURSELF".... "SCHEDULE A

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"Le style est l'homme meme." Style is the dress of thoughts Everyone is drawn to a certain color pallet in their decoration, clothing, art, ect.  Years ago we used to do something called color draping....perhaps it is still being done.  The color pallets fall into four categories...aligning with the seasons.WINTERSPRINGSUMMERAUTUMNI happen to be an Autumn.  I didn't always know I was an

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As a woman of a certain age, I am always interested in little ways to "age gracefully" as they say.One cannot stop the natural aging process...so little insights are always helpful. Came across these little tidbits from a site called "The Happy Seeker"... thought they were valuable so I wanted to share them with you.  Here is what he had to say.                    1.  Learn from nature

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  I'm afraid I don't know how to do the Random Number Generator thingie..... So I enlisted my wonderful husband's help in picking the winner for my Pamper Yourself Give Away...... And the winner is MARY AT MOONTIDES....... Mary....please send me your address and I will get this out in the mail right away....so you are able to enjoy this during the holiday season. I wish I could have

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"A wise man is superior to any insults which can be set upon him, and the best reply to unseemly behavior is patience and moderation."Moliere I have an unusual first name.....Josette.....this post is dedicated to all out there who have had to endure the kidding and chiding that being different can bring. My lineage in French...in fact my lineage dates back to the Louie's. However...I did not

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Today we have our wonderful grandson....we plan to stop and smell the roses. Have a wonderful weekend. xo Jo 

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During the upcoming holidays we are all so very busy caring for our families....that many of us do not take the time to care for ourselves.....so with that said I am having a TAKE CARE OF YOURSELF GIVE-AWAY.Let's see what I have included.... Some PHILOSOPHY "Shower for the Cure" body wash....the fragrance is  divine. A handmade journal by the fabulous Nicole Garrett Designs.  A little fleur

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1.  Always greet the day with gusto 2.  Enjoy every meal you eat...to the fullest 3.  Ask for love when you need it 4.  Forgive, forgive and then forgive some more  5.  Take a little rest ~~ everyday 6.  Don't soil your nest 7.  Always appreciate those you love 8.  And last...but not least....bark...ahhh....speak up when you need to Thank you sweet Sophie for bringing so much joy into our life.

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THE LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL......HAS BEEN TURNED OFF!!! LOL~~ LOL ~~LOL O O^\~~~/We must keep our sense of humor in these trying times. Jo

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Here is my Halloween contribution...... tee hee.... Join me in the Goblin danceThe Goblin danceThe Goblin danceJoin me in the Goblin danceIt's done on Halloween Skeletons shake too and fro Body parts......come onLet's go Frankenstein and next of kinFeel free to jig and join right in Don't just sit there on your "duff"come on outand strut your stuff Join me in the Goblin danceThe Goblin

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In keeping with the Halloween season I came across this sweet little tome........It really IS a rather intriguing read I must say. "I assure you, the time hath been so odious to me that I long for nothing so much as death."Jane Grey "A queen who is not regent ought, under these circumstances, to remain passive and prepare to die."Marie Antoinette "Marie Antoinette, Anne Boleyn, and Mary Queen of

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Here is how I spent mine....... I knew all my paints would come in handy someday....since I NEVER seem to paint with them!  (O:(O: Smiles, Jo Pumpkins painted by my wonderful grandson and his beautiful mom.

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With fall and winter settling in part of the country.....today I wanted to show you some of the beautiful photos from Butchart  Gardens....in British Columbia on Vancouver Island.  We had a home up in the Pacific Northwest for 15 years and visited this beautiful spot whenever we were able.  It was always a must see when we had visitors to the island. The gardens were originally planted in

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"Get happiness out of your work....or you may never know what happiness is"Elbert Hubbard This simple object made quick work of the task at hand......whether darning or mending..her concentration was always on the activity in front of her. No Net-flix or television show to occupy her mind....she was present. Single minded in completing one garment after another.....totally in the moment....

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Because of the gypsy lifestyle I lead....it seems as though we are always a little out of sync with the seasons....not to mention the fact that it is always WARM in Arizona.   I'm looking for summer flowers while the rest of the county is settling in for wonderful fall weather followed by the wonderland of winter. Sooooooo......since I live in perpetual sunshine half of the year I can

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MY LIFE'S MOTTO  ~~~~~~~~~~~~ You can't have a good day in bad underwear!!!!~~~~~~~~ Let's keep smiling. Jophoto: Overstock.com

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At last we are back home in Arizona...we always love our summers away.....but as they say......THERE IS NO PLACE LIKE HOME. I've got some catching up to do around here.....so I'll be missing here for a while. Hopefully I'll see all of you in a few days when I return. Till then.....stay happy!! Hugs, Jo

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We are still traveling south to home in Az.  Have met lots of wonderful people and seen lots of beautiful spots along the way.  The above pic was taken of a fellow blogger.....aka http://justcallmejake.blogspot.com We met up in Park City, Utah....one of my favorite spots in the country.  We got to know one another a little better which was a wonderful treat.  If you get a chance....stop by

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I know you are smiling!! Have a wonderful day. JoSign: Tumbler

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"Nobody sees a flower~really~it is so small it takes time~~and we haven't time~~and to see takes time, like to have a friend takes time." Georgia O'Keefe Does one choose a friend by closeness in proximity? Does one choose a friend by how old they are? Does one choose a friend by how much money they make? Does one choose a friend by their status in society? Does one choose a friend by  their

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"It is a great thing to know the season for speech and the season for silence."Seneca Have you ever known anyone who must constantly be talking.  You know the one's we lovingly call "chatty Cathys".  It seems as though they can't stand one moment of silence. "Say nothing unless it improves upon the silence"the Buddha (I think) Which brings to mind a thought.....If we must always be talking or

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"If you make it plain you like people, it's hard for them to resist liking you back." Lois McMaster Bujold I've opened my post today with a photo of angel's wings.....because I believe all of us are spiritual beings living in a human body.  It really doesn't matter your belief.....I think all beliefs should be respected....we may disagree with one another...but we should recognize there are

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"Slow down and enjoy life.  It's not only the scenery you miss by going too fast~~you also miss the sense of where you are going....and why." Eddie Cantor Getting ready to depart from the North country...it is such a bitter sweet time for us. We see so many wonderful spots along the way ..... and being able to see the change of seasons is so very special.   Arizona does not have the change of

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I generally don't blog about "stuff" per say....but I just had to show you this marvelous altered art piece by a local Montana artist.  She goes by the name of "Big Jessie" and she lives in Whitefish.  I have always loved altered art....because you literally make something out of nothing.  Jessie has such a way of doing this.  I have showed another one of her pieces in an older post...but I

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Sometimes it is just a flutterThis soft touch of air that kisses me so gently Often....it is an embrace that envelops mewith its boldness Blowing my hair and clothes about haphazardly with explosive gusts of air But more often than not it is just a soft breeze that caresses my face  whispering........ be present.... be present.... be present...... Have a beautiful day, Jo Photos:

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"Delight in the little things."Rudyard Kipling  We will soon be leaving our wonderful spot in Montana.  Every year it is hard to say good-by to the friends we have made and to this beautiful state. We usually try to have a small dinner party before we leave to catch up with everyone and their lives. This year was no exception. It is really a simple affair....with a mish mosh of dishes....

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"Believe that there is light at the end of the tunnel. Believe that you might be the light for someone else." Kobi Yamada Let's all go embrace the day. XO Jo 

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"People always call it luck when you've acted  more sensibly than they have."Anne Tyler  I have often pondered the fact why some people are so much luckier than others.  You know.....when it seems some people have ALL the luck and others have NONE  at all. When I was much younger....I did not consider myself very lucky....but as I have matured...I have come to realize that I have been

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I have mentioned before how very grateful I am to be able to live in such a beautiful spot.  We will soon be leaving our wonderful little home here and begin our annual journey down south.  But before we go...thought I would show you just a few little shots around the homestead. I'm always tweaking that mantle trying to get it just right.This year was the first time I discovered a plug

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  "He is a wise man who does not grieve for the things which he has not, but rejoices for those which he has."Epictetus (55-135) "There is only one way to happiness and that is to cease worrying about things which are beyond the power of our will."Epictetus (55-135) Isn't it amazing how many things go out of style.....clothing......decorating......food..........etc......but WISDOM never

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"I long, as does every human being, to be at home wherever I find myself."Maya Angelou Is home a physical place ~ a familiar spot where you are surrounded by things you love and can slouch around in your P. J.'s till noon......or is it more a feeling.....like knowing where to feel safe and cared for in this unpredictable world of ours? I have paraphrased the above from the book I am currently

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"To be able to look back upon one's life in satisfaction ~ is to live twice."Khalil Gibran Being a woman "of a certain age" I can honestly say I spend some of my time pondering over my life as I have lived it. I have made many, many, many mistakes and have hurt many people in the process.I have tried to make amends when possible and have tried not to keep repeating the SAME mistake over and

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"Art enables us to find ourselves~and lose ourselves at the same time."Thomas Merton Unfortunately, I brought very few art supplies with me on our trip this year.  This piece was painted with some broken watercolor crayons and pentel marking pencils.  I have only one tiny tipped watercolor brush with me and I'm using a basting brush when I want to cover a lot of paper. No....it is not the one

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~"The human soul needs actual beauty more than bread."~ David Herbert Laurence I believe we all love beautiful things...they don't have to be expensive...but they must be something we find pleasing to our eye. I know in these troubled times you might think....how shallow can this lady be.....posting about beautiful things...and I do know that many people are living on reduced incomes or are

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A beautiful lady who blogs under Mumsy's Refugehas passed on the Versatile Blogger's Award to me.Since I am an award free blog....I simply want to introduce you to this beautiful woman.  She writes from the heart and is fairly new to the blogging community. In passing on this award to other's she described each blogger to the best of her ability and why she chose them....that in itself is

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 "Motivation is when your dreams put on work clothes."Benjamin Franklin Changes are in the wind for us........my beautiful partner and I are ready to down size a little. Smaller spot......smaller town.......fewer expenses.....less stress. We are just kicking tires for now.......but I know we will make it happen.  We are both retired and ready for a lifestyle change....we'll still travel and see

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During part of the summer... I live in a very SMALL town in Northwest Montana.  Simple pleasures are a must here.Sailing on the lake ....... buying yourself beautiful flowers .... reading a great book,  you get the picture. Which brings me to the point of this post...I'm sure all of you know about all the Borders Stores that are closing.  Well.....ours in a little town north of us is one

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"I am not afraid of storms, for I'm learning to sail my ship."Louisa May Alcott Life has a way of blindsiding you at the oddest moments.Many of us have a plan for our lives....or we think we do, then wham....thrown completely off track. That is what has happened in our neck of the woods recently....everything is going along smoothly then one event happens....not something foreseen and a new life

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I  have mentioned before of my "summer progress" to Montana.  This year we were able to stop in many wonderful places.  Most of these places were new to us....so that made it even more joyous. This is my first "quilt show" and I have to say....the talent shown was overwhelming.  This show in Sisters, Oregon is one of the largest in the nation....with entrants from all over the U.S. and

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She sneaks in on Tristen's feet Clouds building with anticipation Making huge marshmallow  hills in the SKY AND...OH THE SKY...... THIS SKY THAT STRETCHES AS THOUGH TO THE ENDS OF THE EARTH DID I MENTION THE SMELL?? AS CLEAN AS IVORY SOAP Don't forget the light ~~ the ever changing light on the lake From blue green to blue to gray and back again. Then comes the much awaited lightning and

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Today I'm linking up with all the great artists participating in PAINT PARTY FRIDAY.... You can find them here........http://paintpartyfriday.blogspot.com Here is a little something I have been working on I have a very dear friend who has been going through a lot lately....both personally and financially..... I wanted to paint something to represent her at this time in her life. She is

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I used to be......but as I have gotten older and life has dealt me a few blows......I don't fret over things nearly as much. There was a time in my life when I was constantly worrying about this or that.....what will be the outcome of this certain thing....how can I fix this problem......will he/she be o.k......you get the picture.  I was such a worrier, in fact, that a very dear friend of

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We have one of these......yep.......a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Here she is.....doing what she does best.....hogging the sofa and the pillows.  She will soon be nine, and it seems as though she is becoming so much more demanding as she gets older.  (Kind of like me.....I guess).  Anyway....she is a love and is such a gentle creature, one would hardly believe how she has changed over the

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I don't know whether I do ....... or not.  There is a spot on the web you can access that will give you YOUR OWN FAIRIE NAME.  You can find it here  My fairie name is Bindweed Rainbowfilter.This is the description of me. She brings good fortuneShe lives at the bottom of tangled gardens and in hedgerowsShe can only be seen on midsummer's eveShe wears tangled multicolored skirts made of petals

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Many of you have been artists for most of your lives. I HAVE NOT ~~ In fact, my artistic journey did not begin until a few years ago when I started blogging.  Oh I had dabbled a bit in water colors and drawing....but always got side tracked by life. Now, at 65, I have finally given myself permission to be an artist.  I have always been creative in my cooking and decorating, but never really

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Where does one's love of gardening come from? Is it something you learn....or does it come from that deep well inside oneself? My mother was not a gardner.  The only thing I can ever remember her growing was a sweet potato vine.....you know when you put the potato in water and it sprouts.  On the other hand, as soon as I was able, I began acquiring plants.  At one point in time I had about

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This is a little spot on the coast of California.  Moss Landing has a population of approximately 800 people.....oh I love a small community. We were here for three days.....foggy most of the time...but that does not bother us one bit. One thing I love about gardner's is that they will put flowers in almost anything, and they will put anything in their gardens.  How about that cannon??

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When we travel this beautiful country....we meet many people our age, and much older; reflecting on these memories prompted me to write this. When did this happen...this growing old? Sixty-five fast approaches, young sprites please take heedMy young woman inside is still jaunty.....behind eyes that sparkle when she looks in the mirror When did this happen...this growing old? I view the world

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We are currently in Oregon visiting a friend...and I finally am able to take a little break and give a little update.   Beautiful Julie Marie of Idyllhours did, in fact, guess correctly.  It is the Hearst Castle located in breath taking San Simeon. Here are a few more shots around the estate "Casa Grande" , as the castle was called, was built between the years 1919 to l947 by William

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This is........... Just a sneak peek..... at where we have been...... Can you guess where dear friends???? More to follow........ Jo

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We all have stories.  Are you the type of person who thinks your's isn't worth telling?   One day, while visiting my beautiful aunt Ruthie in Kansas, we were talking about blogging.  I commented that I wasn't exactly sure why I started my blog; and my aunt piped up and made this statement.   "I know why you blog.....you want the world to know that you existed."  Perhaps that is it.  Oh....

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Happy birthday dear USA.......Happy birthday to you..... Ok....for the next celebration Another birthday to celebrate....my beautiful Daughter Shannon....Yep...she was born on the 4th of July....and she HAS BEEN a firecracker for sure!!!! Here she is with her beautiful son....this was taken over 7 years ago...He also is a July baby and he will soon be 8.  Oh how the time has flown . Happy

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When you travel together in a motor home~~you give a very concrete meaning to togetherness. The space is smallThe amenities are basicYou are pretty much together 24/7  Not for the faint of heart....I might add.  LOL LOL LOL I believe if you have a strong union this type of travel will strengthen it and if your union is "iffy" it could shatter it. As you put mile after mile behind you...there

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It is raining today in Petaluma, CA.....so we have chosen to stay right where we are and make this a no travel day.  Every so often we do this so we can catch up with the outside world....you know....e-mails....paying bills....grocery shopping....laundry....phone calls, etc.   The above little corner is our little office on our coach.  We seem to do quite nicely in this small space.  My sweet

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I hope you agree!!!! Have a beautiful Monday, JO Sign courtesy....Laurie Ann's  Vintage Home

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There is a blog I follow on a regular basis....she is somewhat controversial....which I don't mind.  My belief is that everyone's opinion is valid.   Now.....on with my hissy fit; she recently did a post in which she clearly indicated that she felt posting about one's things or one's lifestyle bordered on BRAGGING!!  Now I ask you dear friends.....how do you feel about this??? I've never

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I hope I have not mislead you to believe that I am so busy smelling the flowers....that I never shop along the way. I occasionally run into something that speaks to me and when that happens...if I can find a spot to store it and if it is reasonably priced...I'll simply take it on a ride with us until we return home. Case in point....these wonderful Chinese lanterns I have been seeing

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For those of you who camp or motor home.....this post will resonate. When you motor home one must set your internal speedometer at a slower speed.  The above photo is the space we live in while on the road traveling.  Not very large is it?? While working in the coach this morning..this thought occurred to me....one has to do EVERYTHING slower and more deliberate in a motor home.  You only

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I offer you my hand in friendship Given freely~no strings attached Please do not  refuse this small gesture For it is all I have to give You see, I'm on a different journey now Left sadness, sorrow and loss behind My path ahead is straight and narrow My time is now ~ not yesterday ~ not tomorrow I offer you my hand in friendship For it is all I have to give Jo   2011 I wrote the above

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Nothing beats California for flowers.  Each time we come here from the AZ desert, I cannot get over all the green. Gardener that I am....it does set my heart atwitter.   We have not been to this part of California since 1981....early in our marriage. We stayed in a beautiful little bed and breakfast in the main part of Santa Barbara...it came complete with chocolate on the pillows, a shared

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I know my post today doesn't sound very exciting....but I do like to see the person on the other end of the blog line occasionally.  Yep....that is me and my wonderful Cavi King Charles, Sophie.  I don't often post personal photos on this blog...but I did want to let you know that there is a face that goes with my blog.  I've recently lost 20 lbs.  and am feeling really great.  I plan on

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No....that is not me sitting on the back steps.  I'm not that young....nor that lovely.   Anyway...I've posted before about my gypsy lifestyle traveling around this wonderful country of ours. When we do travel my husband and I do try to be as comfortable as possible in our little coach. We always stop and smell the flowers along the way.....that is a big part of the joy of traveling. Today..

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No.....this is not the pumpkin...this would be called the raspberry..... No....this is not the pumpkin....this would be called the gum drop..... No......this is not the pumpkin.....this would be called the lemon aid..... This is the pumpkin. This was my Christmas gift this year.  My darling husband asked me what I wanted....and since we needed to change cars for our motor home...I

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No truer words were ever spoken. Hugs, JoPhoto: Tumbler

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Like many of you, I have worked outside my home most of my life.  When I was working it seems as though I never had time to really take care of myself as I should have; always rushing here, rushing there.To actually sit down and have breakfast with my husband was simply  unheard of.   Now that we have both been retired for sometime, things have changed dramatically.   We sit down every morning

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Why is it that people have so much trouble just saying "I'm sorry".  Two simple words....that mean so very much.  I've mentioned before that I was raised in an alcoholic home; and I myself, am a recovering alcoholic.  In my childhood home there was not much apologizing going on.  It was mostly blame and anger.  Make no mistake....that environment leaves its mark. One learn's to apologize for

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I make it a daily habit of reading my horoscope.  I don't know if I believe what it has to say...but I do enjoy reading it never the less. This was my horoscope a few days ago...and I wanted to share it with all you beautiful bloggers. "Find creative inspiration.  It is not an indulgence so much as a way for you to save the world." That is a mighty tall order to fulfill....SAVING THE WORLD.  

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"The glory of friendship is not the outstretched hand, nor the kindly smile, nor the joy of companionship.  It is the spiritual inspiration that comes to one when he discovers that someone else believes in him and is willing to trust him with his friendship."Ralph Waldo Emerson Thanks to all of you who have become friends.....you are an inspiration to me. Have a beautiful weekend, Jo

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Wanted to mention today with a short post about two wonderful bloggers who have passed along the above awards to my blog. The wonderful Galen Pearl at http://10stepstofindingyourhappyplace.blogspot.compassed on the lovely Good Bloggers Pay it Forward Award and the beautiful Mitzi from http://moonlightandmagnolias.netawarded me with the Versatile Blogger Award. Thanks to the both of you for

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Today is my 32nd Wedding Anniversary... When I met my soul mate....I had a DREAMthat I had finally found someone I could spend the rest of my life with. When I met my soul mate....I had a WISH that we would have a wonderful life together sharing adventures through thick and thin. When I met my soul mate....I had HOPE that our love would grow stronger through the years. My dream, my wish and my

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