Going on around here...

Curly Joe got his spring look working for him (my son thinks I could do this professionally, um thanks but no thanks!).

Progress is made on a hoodie forbourblittle man "O". Pattern is by Debbie Bliss called "ultimate Pullover".

Lots of dodging raindrops and puddles. No complaints here as daffadils are blooming everywhere and as soon as the rain quits I am going to gather a bouquet for my table and bring some sunshine in here!

DH took me for fish at Grantham's Landing in Sandy Lake. Great dinner! We had some interesting guests at dinner...

Loving the spring and retirement! Have a great weekend you all!

Just fun!

I love days like today! Other than one appointment, I or we, did not have to be anywhere, do anything at any specific time.

This has been one of my challenges because I have been a schedule person for the last...oh....thirty five years or something!

Since retirement, I have been trying to get us on some type of schedule. As my DH said yesterday, "babe that is the joy of retirement, no schedule!" It has been fun ever since :)

Some snaps from today...

Just a stroll

I took the dogs for a walk the other day. It was gray out and nothing really spectacular about the day to speak of. But we enjoyed the walk and the somewhat warmer temperatures.

I particularly enjoyed these two entertwined trees. They spoke to me of marriage. 

You can see they are both straight and tall, each giving way just enough as well as leaning in just enough, without causing the other to bow. 

Each with the strength to stand alone but stronger because each is entwined with the other. 

Each having great character and texture of their own but a much more compelling message to me at least because they are together.

If they had been standing alone, they may have been just another tree in the forest but because of their eternal embrace, they spoke to me.

The day also showed me the promise of spring. I love the fresh start, the promise of new life that spring brings.

And the first flower in bloom that I have seen. Even if it is growing in a ditch. 

Even if it is something others may call a weed. It reminded me to remember to bloom where I am planted and to bring joy to others I may encounter.

The walk also reminded me to push past my limitations just a little bit further because the view can be spectacular.

So yes it was "just a stroll", but one that reminded me to watch for inspiration in unexpected and yet everyday places.

70* in February?

It has put me in the mood for flowers, which of course is ridiculous considering the temps will plunge down into the 30's and snow is in the forecast.

But where there is a will, there is a way...and a sale!

I have never had much success with orchids and was just talking with my sister about this the other day. She hasn't either. But as I was out shopping today, I saw this miniature orchid that was so beautiful and springy, I couldn't pass by. Oh, especially as it was on a clearance sale!

My other bargains of the day was yarn for a new hoodie for my grandson "O" or as I like to call him, The Little Man!

I think he will look pretty cool in it when the weather warms up this spring for good! 

Ok back out the door to enjoy the warm breezes for a little while longer!

Overcast

...but still beautiful. So time to take the pups to the lake and wear their butts out.

We saw early, and I mean really early, wild leeks,  geese and seagalls flying overhead, a lone duck gliding across the lake and heard the birds singing their evening songs.

It looks chilly but it wasn't as the temps were in the 50's. A glorious day to take advantage of this long warm break and spend some time there.

If you zoom in you might see one of the closest ducks to us.

Some cattails managing to hold on despite wind, snow, and storms.

Just beautiful.

This is an accurate shot of Sweet Pea as she was in constant motion not wanting to miss a smell or movement. She's a hot mess!

All good times must end so now time to go home and make dinner for hubby and the pups!

Sunny Sunday!

Soooo enjoying today! The sun is shining and warm. I can smell warm earth and grass. I can hear the Pheobe singing. This is February. Wow!

One walk already in for today.  Now on to sweeping winter debris off the front porch, potting a plant (thanks Leah) that has outgrown it's original home, hmmmm what else can I do ouside.....?

#livingdeliberately

In February...

Do you believe it?

I'll take it! Hope everyone enjoys their Saturday!

Love me some Joe!

How can I possibly say "no"?

Spring is here...

Snowflakes are still falling outside but we are "springing it" up in here!

Some flowers on the table, a skirt and Mary Janes to feel feminine and flirty.

Spring can be a state of mind :)

Twins...

Missed your birthday yesterday - so wanted to give a shout out to you in case you ever check back here.

To let you know, you are thought of often, loved strongly, prayed for always for happiness and peace.

Happiest of birthdays to you and may this year be blessed.

Twins for a month.