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June 30, 2009

Have you noticed? SIX whole months have already flown by us. It's happening so fast now, makes me crazy. Even so, today is just absolutely lovely outside, lots of sun an not too hot.

As for my mystery tree, how did I not see it before? Could be any of many reasons. First of all, not all flowering trees blossom profusely every year. Some get a few blooms that only last a few days, some miss the bloom thing altogether. Then, of course, the biggie -- I just haven't been into noticing the many types of flora on my property. This is probably the best reason, although I do check out the Japanese Maple tree all the time and honestly never saw this beauty.

I think maybe this would be a good year to have my eyes checked and order new glasses. I've had these glasses a few years now, so it's time. Mind you, I'm not blaming my glasses for my huge oversight. I see just fine with them.

For those of you wanting to print out all your blog postings and make them into a beautiful book, check out this site. http://blogger.sharedbook.com/. I thought this to be a wonderful idea. A book would preserve a period of time in your life that you can pass on to your family. Also, the prices seemed to be quite reasonable.

At the moment, Miss Tootsie is frantically scurrying around under my desk, most likely trying to find a good hiding place for one of her cookies or chewy bones. Good thinking, kiddo! Who would ever think to look under my desk? And, of course, I would never tell anyone where her hiding places are. So if you're reading this, Moo, don't look under my desk.

Tomorrow, we have a brand new Daily Download kit for you at Magickal Scraps. This one is called "Crayola Garden" and is done in all the wonderful colors of summer. We all take turns picking the themes and colors for these kits, and the July kit was my turn. I will put up the new slideshow this evening.

I also have a freebie mini kit for you today. "A Walk In The Park" was done for a challenge at Magickal Scraps. I hope you like it. Now it is time for me to get busy here, and maybe accomplish something whether it be housework or PC work. Y'all have a fantastic day.

Hugs, Edna B.

"A Walk In The Park"

And here is your download link for "A Walk In The Park"

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A Lovely Treat Right In My Own Yard

June 29, 2009

You can tell this is New England. Yesterday, half the day was scrumptious, and the other half it rained. All night, and all this morning. Sometime mid-day today, the sun came out and warmed everything up nicely. Alas, I did have to take a nap, and missed a lot of it.

Last night I was not in the mood for designing, so I picked up a great book to read and got lost in a most wonderful story. "Dreaming In Color" by Charlotte Vale Allen kept me entranced until sometime this afternoon, when I finished reading it. I read this book several years ago, so it was a treat to read it once again. Now I really must go to the library soon, and see if they have any of her other books. I've probably read them all but who cares -- that would have been a few years ago. Good books are always a treat to read.

Ever notice how something can be right in front of you for years and years, and you never even see it? I am always amazed at some of the things that I come across, only to find that they have been there all along.

This afternoon, I was out in the yard enjoying a bit of fresh air, and for some reason looked up at the Japanese Maple tree. Oh my gosh, you'll never believe what I saw. Tucked behind it, and between two huge pine trees, was a lovely flowering tree. I will have to look up the name of it, because I'm not sure what it is. But my oh my, is it ever lovely. Of course, I had to get my camera and take some photos. Now I wonder why I never saw it before? It didn't just pop up there, it's much too big for that.

So, before I leave you today, I will share a couple of photos that I took. One so you can see how it is tucked in with the other trees, and one is a close up. I have to tell you, I took these photos with my new 50mm lens at a bit of a distance. I just love this new lens.

Uncle Moo treated everybody to Chinese take-out for supper tonight. Tootsie and I are stuffed and are turning in early. Y'all have a fantastic night, and enjoy the photos.

Hugs, Edna B.

Close-Up Photo

Now the Original Photo

More Rain, What Else Is New?

June 28, 2009

Wow, we just can't get a day in without rain. Yesterday afternoon, the gray clouds rolled in bringing with them the thunder and a bit of lightning. After a spell of grumbling, down came the rains. And did they come down!! After an hour or so, it dwindled down to light rain and drizzle through the night. And today too!

The gardens are becoming water logged, and flowers are rotting - some even before their blossoms open. However, the day lilies seem to be doing okay. Every here and there is a beautiful little patch of color and it's usually a day lily.

This morning at work, I got a glimpse of a most beautiful bright orange tanager. He was just too quick for me to get a photo. I sure hope he comes back (when I'm there) so that I can get a nice photo.

Last night was not a good night for designing. For some reason, I just could not get in the mood. Could be, it was the tme. It was after 9pm before I was able to play on the laptop, and by then the creative part of my brain was a bit tired. Hopefully tonight I will do better.

Before I leave you to go have me a nice nap, I will share a pretty photo that I took a couple of days ago. It was raining, but one of the deer had come out in the field across the street to graze. Considering the distance, and the rain, I thought the photo was quite nice. Enjoy, and y'all have a really grand day.

Hugs, Edna B.

A Glorious Day Today

June 27, 2009

Outside my windows is a glorious day. I must get out there for a bit, even if only to walk around the yard and take in the fresh air. I have a gorgeous Japanese Maple tree that has been displaying the most beautiful colors. There are all shades of red, orange, yellow, green, brown and gold. Just a great big beautiful paint box. This Fall, it will be a fantastic deep, yet bright, crimson. Uncle Moo squawks about the red leaves all over his van, but even he enjoys the beauty of this tree.

Boy, last night after I finished writing here and had my supper, I took Miss Tootsie and went to bed. Conked out shortly thereafter and slept for a few hours. We woke up later to get our meds and do our nightly ablations (another $20 word for you, Snowy), then went right back to bed. Today I feel much better, so I guess the sleep was needed.

One of the dwarfs filled up the bird feeder so now there is a whole flock of visitors just outside my window. I could watch the birds all day. I know men don't like to admit it, but the guys here are also enjoying watching the birds.

As for my topsy turvy tomato plants, I have to say I am a dismal failure. They don't seem to grow very much. There a are three tomatoes on one plant, and neither plant is in any hurry to grow downwards. I wonder where the one on the TV advertisement was hung? Theirs grew several feet long and had bunches of huge tomatoes on it. So much for the gardener in me.

I'm off now to start the sauce for supper, and feed my little girl her lunch. Got lots to do before I leave for work. I'll leave you with a photo I took of my beautiful tree, and one of our visitors. Y'all have a fantastic day.

Hugs, Edna B.

Hooray!! The Sun Is Shining !!

June 26, 2009

Ah, it has been a long day. A nice day, but rather long. Except for a few little showers mid-day, the sun has been shining beautifully all day. You could almost see the flowers trying to perk up and show off their pretty colors. So many were lost because of water-rot. (from all the rain)

Miss Tootsie went to work with me today, and was rather glad to finally get home. She does not like to use potty facilities anywhere but here at home, so her little wee pads looked awfully good to her when we got back here. Poor baby.

I tell you, my little doggie has some quirks that I have never come up against before with any other animals. And her potty habits is just one of these quirks. She makes up little games that she only plays with Uncle Moo. She delights in snarling and growling at him while she protects a chewy bone or something similar. Is it any wonder we have so much fun with her?

I thought I would be different today and take my little webbook to work, only to find that I could not get an internet connection with it - strange. Oh well, I tried to get it connected and probably only made it worse. I am not a very tekkie person. Maybe Wayne can straighten it out.

Tonight, Moo is baking haddock for supper. Mmmmmmm. Maybe stuffing and veggies to go with it. Tootsie will have to settle for her kibbles. That's what I call her dry food. For lunch today, she had German bologna. It was on sale so I thought she deserved a treat.

I'm off now. Maybe after dinner, I can do a bit of designing. If my eyes stay open long enough. Meanwhile, y'all have a terrific night.

Hugs, Edna B.

Here is a close-up of raindrops dancing around on the tiny blades of a hedge. Enjoy.

I'm Just A Smiling Mess

June 25, 2009

I spoke too soon yesterday. By noon, the sun had gone into hiding and the gray, damp stuff came back. Looks a bit gray today too. However, by sometime later this month, we'll probably be complaining about the heat and humidity. The weatherman can't win.

Today, I have an appointment with orthopedic doctor and hopefully, will find out what's been causing the pain in my feet. I do some exercises, and still wear the little Dr Scholl things in my shoes. They really do seem to help quite a bit.

Poor Miss Tootsie knows I'm going out without her, and is getting quite anxious. She's been sticking right to my side all day. Maybe I'll give her an extra treat to soothe her. That usually puts a nice little smile on her face. (You can't see the smile, but I know it's there.)

**********Gone to keep my appointment.

On the way to my appointment, it was wonderfully warm, and SUNNY. Although the sun didn't stay out too long, it sure was nice to see it. Just a little thing like that can brighten up a person's whole day, and personality.

As for my medical news, it seems I will live to see another day. Whenever I take my little lady's blood pressure, she asks me "Am I going to see another day?" Yes ma'am, you certainly are. And me too. It seems that all my foot problems are because of my spinal disc degeneration and nerve damage. I also have cervical disc degeneration.

So all told, I'm just a little mess here a'fallin apart. BUT, I have too much to do, and cannot waste precious time dwelling on these things. Like I told my doctor, every morning that Tootsie and I wake up is a good day, thank you, and today is a good day.

Enough of my rattling. Before I leave you to play on my PC, I want to remind you that the 33% sale of Magickal Scraps is on for just two more days. And don't forget my "Petals" kit. All the proceeds from this kit go to help keeping Magickal Scraps running. So please, if you like it, buy it, and we thank you for your support. Y'all have a great day.'

Hugs, Edna B.

"Petals"

And here's a photo of a little squirrel trying to get into one of the birdfeeders and out of the pouring rain. Enjoy.

"My Daddy" - New Kit

June 24, 2009

It's beginning to look like another one of "those" days. Not all things are happening the way they should. At least, thought, it's not raining. Not at this moment, anyway. It's only noon, so maybe things will pick up for the rest of the day.

I thought I might do some furniture shopping last night, but for some reason I just didn't have the energy required to move about. Could be it was all that rain. Gloomy weather has a way of dampening the spirit.

There seems to be a problem at the Magickal Scraps forum, so I can't go in there to see the new postings. But, I'm sure Snow Raven will have that fixed soon. There's been quite a bit of spam there lately too. I can't imagine why people would be so rude as to dump a lot of junk on other people's spaces. Ah well, maybe soon they will find somewhere else to go.

Maybe this afternoon I can start a couple of new kits. I have some ideas and new Photoshop brushes that I want to play with a bit. It's a bit addicting though, once you get started the clock just keeps on running.

Last night I uploaded a new kit, to my store at Magickal Scraps. "Daddy" is a great kit for scrapping your photos and memories of that special man we call Daddy. I know that one of the things my daddy loved was "second hand" cars. On payday, it was not unusual to see him pushing one up the street to our yard. It didn't matter that it might not run - he would fix it. And then he would paint it blue. He painted everything blue. When he was playing around with an old car, my daddy was in seventh heaven.

I'm off now to make lunch for Tootsie and me. Mmmmmm, Little Caesar for her and a pot pie for me. I can smell that pot pie already. Don't forget the sale going on at Magickal Scraps. Everything is 33% off through the 27th. Even my new kit, "Daddy." So now is a great time to pick it up. Have fun shopping, and y'all have a great day.

Hugs, Edna B.

And here is the preview for "Daddy"

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