My World this Week

Spring Sunset

It was gorgeous here for one day this week.  We made it to the mid-70s before a big cold front came through and placed us back with highs in the 40s.  But we're getting there little by little.  Spring.  One can smell it in the air even if wearing a down coat to get the mail.

This is really "my week" the past two weeks since I couldn't upload photos until the temporary fix to my modem.  Just little things accomplished here and there this past week and as we know... it is the little things that count.

So here is my world this week as seen through the lens of my camera.

Reading

I don't purchase magazines much, anymore.  But when I found out my bloggy friend, Sharon Lovejoy, is one of the featured articles in this latest issue of Mary Jane's Farm magazine, I had to buy a copy.

They did a fantastic job of showing Sharon's absolute genius. She is my very favorite garden writer (tied with Susan Branch and Tasha Tudor as my favorite illustrator).  This article will show you I have good taste.  ;)

Creating

Front of card

Washi tape on back of sealed envelope.

I found the cutest "flower" stickers at Michaels.  They were the inspiration for a card I created and sent to my fellow flower lover and gardener... my granddaughter, Faith.

For her further enjoyment, I added the wide washi tape to the back of the envelope.  I love this tape called Picture Book Bird so much, it has a permanent place on the Amazon Widget (on the sidebar of this blog).

Thrifting

When I was in town one day recently, I decided to relax a bit by walking through my favorite antique mall.  You can imagine my delight when I came upon old Victoria magazines. 

Even more delightful?  They were only $3.00 per dozen.  I bought all they had, which came to $15.00 plus tax.  I had to make two trips to the van as bundles of magazines are quite heavy.  But oh my goodness... what a God Wink!  I rarely go to the antique mall (or the thrift stores) these days.

Beauty

Baking

Lemon cream scones to share with Mr. & Mrs. Christopher.

Colcannon for St. Patrick's Day

I added bacon this year but we decided we liked it best with just ham.  The bacon takes over the flavor.  But it was still good.  :)

Her Fluffiness

P.L.E.A.S.E. open the window so I can see outside.  I don't care if it is only 30 degrees.  I'm a Maine Coon.  My people kitties can handle the cold!