Random Ruby in Washington D.C…

Here are some of my photos from Washington D.C. that happen to have a lot or just splashes of Ruby in them. I’m linking with Mary at Work of the Poet for Ruby Tuesday. We really enjoyed the trolley tours that take you to lots of major monuments, etc. The drivers are really knowledgeable and [...]

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Late Bloomers…

Here’s proof that things are taking a lot longer to bloom this year… These photos were taken on July 9, 2010. Hydrangeas, and lavender blooming nicely and apples nice and round. This next mosaic are photos I took today July 10, 2011. Just one bloom on my hydrangea bush. We have maybe a total of [...]

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Beautiful Sunshine ~ Hymn

Beautiful Sunshine Walk in the beautiful sunshine, Smiling so cheerful and bright, Chasing the mist from the mountain, Flooding the world with its light. Hark! the sweet voice of the Master Whispers in accents divine, Take thou no thought for the morrow, Only the present is thine. Refrain Walk in the beautiful sunshine, Smiling so [...]

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Friday Was…

…a great day to brew a pot of tea and read a Tea Shop Murder Mystery. See my great old Tea Cozy from the early 70′s? A friend of ours in England made that for us as a wedding gift. It really does keep my tea pot nice and cozy. Today was not a hot [...]

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FFF ~ Early July Fun…

Once again it’s time to look back over the last week to pick out your favorites. I enjoy this exercise in focusing on blessings and listing them. Thank you Susanne at Living to Tell the Story for hosting this worthwhile meme. Here are my favorites. 1. The weather finally improved enough in the Seattle area [...]

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Can You Name That Statue?

Oh dear me… I saw and took pictures of so many statues while in Washington D.C. I’m embarrassed to say I don’t know who half of them are. Maybe you can help me? If not I’ll have to start googling images and try to figure it out. I was also in a quandary as to [...]

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A Look at Abraham Lincoln in D.C.

This post will be loaded with photos so don’t say I didn’t warn you. I’m joining Jenny for Alphabe-Thursday for the Letter L. I’m gathering all my photos that I took while I was in D.C. in May of Abraham Lincoln. I’ll start with the less obvious views around D.C. and end with the Lincoln [...]

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Northern Flicker Red Shafted ~

At least I think this bird is… I much prefer him in the yard instead of pecking on our chimney or roof. I spent Tuesday recuperating from all the 4th of July Party fun on Monday. I did not make it out of the house. I watched some Women’s World Cup Soccer. Made an appointment [...]

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A Wonderful 4th of July Celebration…

When you have a loved one serving his country your 4th of July celebration takes on new meaning. Our daughter is able to skype with her Marine husband serving in Afghanistan when he is available and I’ve tried to capture the distinct smile she gets on her face when they are communicating miles apart from [...]

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Happy Independence Day!

I’m posting early because it’s already the 4th in Afghanistan! We had a warm sunny day on Saturday and Katie, Dear and I worked together… …and finally got our patio furniture down from the loft in the garage. We cleaned and arranged the furniture, then decorated for our 4th of July celebration. We are looking [...]

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