Wednesday, June 29, 2011

Have a great 4th of July!



Why is my lovely garden assistant sporting a complete set of Mardi Gras beads?  Well, one she loves beads, two I was spring cleaning the cabin and found a stash.  I was cleaning because my friend Christina is coming to visit tomorrow.  We have been friends since high school.  She was  a foreign exchange student from Denmark.  Somehow we have managed to stay in touch for over 20 years (Yes, high school was over 20 years ago).  I am so excited to see her.  Needless to say I will not be posting anything for a bit while we are out gallivanting around.  I promise I will update you on our adventures when I return. 

I will leave you with a little show of what is starting to bloom.  Yes, believe your eyes these are starting.  My season is a tad behind everyone else. 







Well, I still have a few touch up things to do around the house and a strawberry pie to make.  I won't do too much as I am exhausted.  Tomorrow our students go on summer break.  I didn't feel like spending today sitting in a building with a bunch of antsy teenagers, so we hiked Harney Peak (a lovely 7 mile trot).  It worked they were tired and entertained, but it also backfired on me as my dogs are tired, both literally and figuratively.

16 comments:

  1. your gardens are really gorgeous!!!

    an iris and tulips, i have not seen those in some time. the iris is a stricking color with beautiful perfection!!!!

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  2. I hiked Harney Peak several years ago. Remember getting caught in a brief rain shower. It was a memorable experience.

    Great to see the early Spring blooms again on your sight. I miss them already! :)

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  3. When you start a post with mardi gras beads on your dog, well, you just know it's going to be a good one!

    LOL. Your pathway to your beautiful home is stunning!

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  4. How sweet your garden assistant looks with her coloured beads! And she even took a nap wearing one of them, the darling baby.

    I love the pictures - all of them! Your house and the surroundings are a dream place!

    I hope you have a great time with your friend! And that you tell us about the fun you had.
    xxxxx

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  5. Your place is simply gorgeous. Your dog is so beautiful in her beads. Love that picture of her. Have fun this weekend with your friend!!

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  6. Lovely garden. I think your dogs necklace is very cool.
    Have fun with your friend I know how much fun that can be. 20 years from high school, you are young.
    I can't wait to see your adventures. Have fun. B

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  7. Your gardens are beautiful. Please claim your apron from my blog--I was so happy I drew your name!

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  8. Lovely doggy beads - have fun with your friend.

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  9. Your flowers are lovely and I hope you have a great time with your friend!! ~~Happy Fourth!!~~

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  10. sweet,sweet dogs, I just love when I tire mine out and they just sleep and sleep. Have a wonderful weekend with your friend. It sounds so nice.

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  11. I hope you have a great time with your friend. The time flies by so fast, doesn't it? (My 35th class reunion is this fall, good grief.)

    Love the beads on your beautiful dog!

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  12. What a fancy pooch with her beads on. I'll be lucky to get a bandana for the 4th around the Jack Russell's neck. Your gardens are so pretty and lush. And, I love our cabin. Have a great time with your friend. Debi

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  13. You have such a perfect home. I love log cabins. You should see what our "cabin" looks like on the farm we have been recently blessed with. Thanks for sharing. Cute pooch!

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  14. I LOVE the new photo you've added as your header!! Your gardens are so beautiful!
    Have a great visit with your friend!

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  15. Your garden home is beautiful as is your dog is adorable!

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  16. Smuk.
    Jeg kan godt li` billedet af vandpumpen - trætønden med de fine blomster.
    Tak for kigget.

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