Saturday, April 28, 2012

random Saturday


Happy Saturday, my friends.  I have been busy cleaning and fluffing our cottage.


I thought I would share some random images with you today.  My garden is starting to grow quite nicely.

It is chilly and damp in Ontario today ~ so the chilli is cooking  ~


The bread is rising ~ yum ~


and my garden is popping.  Just about perfect, don't you think?




Can't you just smell the lilacs?  I must pick some today to bring that fresh smell into the cottage ~


My bleeding heart just loves these cooler temps ~ it really makes my heart sing ~


Chessie loves exploring in the garden ~


I hope you all have a wonderful Saturday.  What are you doing today ~ Can't wait to hear

(((Hugs)))

Marianne ;-)

Saturday, April 14, 2012

Junkin' on a Rainy Day ~


Hello my friends ~ It's rainy, cold and damp here in Ontario, so Mr. Vintage and I went for a drive.  Well lo and behold ~ could it be?  Yes!  Yes! a garage sale ;-)

We couldn't help ourselves, and these are the little pretties that I picked up ~


I picked up this little flower pot for 50 cents.  Once, I got it home I realized that it's a Fitz and Floyd ~


I love the shell and coral detail on the sides ~

Then, I spotted these ~





I love old keys. What is it about old keys that is so appealing?  Well, I really lucked out on these.  I asked the lady how much she wanted for them.  She told me "take them".  They were a gift from the nice lady.


Then I picked up four of these for $2.00.  I love to drink iced tea and an occasional glass of wine out of these.  It just makes everything taste better and feel so elegant.

Well, the other pretties that I picked up are being laundered, so I will have to share them with you another time.

Have you been junkin' lately?

I can't wait to hear all of your junkin' stories

(((Hugs)))

Marianne

Monday, April 9, 2012

Happy Birthday Sweetheart


Hello my friends ~ I hope your Easter holiday was wonderful.  Today is my baby's birthday ~ well,  not such a baby anymore ~ sigh ~

I just want to say that I am so proud of Britt.  She has gone through alot with losing her father recently and she is trying to get through University through all of this pain ~  But she is a strong woman.  All 23 years old.  She is going through some tough times....but I will be there.


I will help you ~ I will be there whenever you need me ~




I love you honey ~ HAPPY BIRTHDAY ~ 



I love her too Mommy, She let's me nap and snuggle with her ~

Happy Birthday my Lovely Britt ~ I Love you

Thank  you my friends,  for letting me share this with you ;-)

(((Hugs)))

Marianne

Sunday, April 1, 2012

Sunday Surprise ~


Hello my friends, I hope your weekend is going well ~

I stopped by the post office today and there was a surprise ~


Isn't this just the sweetest little bag you have ever seen.  I love the eyelet lace ~

Diane from Lavender Dreams made this ~


and look who was inside ~ just in time for Easter ~


She also included this little bag ~ wonder what is inside?


But ofcourse, shells from Florida.  They are so pretty ~


Thank you so much Diane ~ your Florida sunshine has made it to Ontario and it made me smile ~

You can order these little goodies from Diane here

I think Chessie needs a nap.  Hey Chessie are you cold? 


No Mommy, I'm bored ~ can we go for a walk?

Let's go Chessie~!

What are you doing today.  When I get back from walkiing Chessie I'll check in on you.  Have a great Sunday ;-)

(((Hugs)))

Marianne

Monday, March 26, 2012

It bloomin' hurts ~


Hello my friends ~  My flower garding is just popping ~


We have had some wonderful temperatures here in Ontario, although it has cooled off quite a bit today.  But I must remember it is March ~


I am so excited that spring is here ~


I would love to get cleaning the garden, but alas, I can't.  Saturday, as I was looking through our freezer in the kitchen, a heavy glass mug fell out of the freezer and landed on my toe ~ ouch ~ it bloomin' hurts.

It is also a nice shade of purple, like my hyacinth ;-)


I had to take the day off work today, because I can't even put a shoe on, let alone walk around ~



So, I guess I'll have a cup of coffee and catch up on everyone's blogs today.  Hopefully, I can get a shoe on tomorrow.

What are you doing today?

Let me know, I think I need some company

(((Hugs)))

Marianne

Sunday, March 18, 2012

Has it arrived ~?


Happy Sunday my friends ~

Do you think Spring has arrived?


Everything is waking up from their slumber ~ the birds are singing and the trees are popping ~


The crocuses are blooming, the iris are peeking up out of the earth and the tulips are reaching for the sky ~


It has been over 70 degrees for the past week ~ so I decided Spring has arrived.  I have put the chairs back on the porch and Mr. Vintage and I have our special spot where we have coffee every morning ~

Right here ~


How glorious to be outside again ;-)


Sit down, relax and have a cup with me ~ tell me ~ do YOU think Spring has arrived ~

Can't wait to hear about your neighbourhood

((((Hugs))))

Marianne

Wednesday, March 14, 2012

She's Home ~


Good morning everyone ~ I think Spring has arrived.  We have had sunny days with 65 degrees F.   I so love spring


It is a time of renewal and hope.  A time where everything is waking up and fresh ~

Mr. Vintage surprised me today.   I came home and there she was in all her glory ~  I think you remember Ruby ~



This is a picture of her camping last year ~

Well, I was so darned excited, I swept her out, dusted and washed her down and made the bed... then...

YES, we slept in the camper last night ;-)

Are you in the Spring mood?  How are you enjoying the Springlike weather?

Can't wait to hear.

(((Hugs)))

Marianne

PS ~ some of you have asked where Marge got my wonderful boots.  Well, she was shopping in Ohio and can't remember the store ~ sorry friends, if she remembers I will let you know ;-)