A Walk Through The Yard

This season, this Autumn stuff–the vibrant colors, the crisp bite in the morning air and the cinnamony scent to the whole world, can just never arrive soon enough for me.

I wander around the yard thinking, “that’s right leaves–turn burnt orange, and brick red…

and bright, fiery yellow.

And by all means, when you’re finished, feel free to fall to the ground.

I love Autumn so much. Everything about it– the cooling and the colors and the falling.

 

I want to say to all the still-green-stuff-that-won’t-let go, “Oh, my word, could we just get on with it!”

Lucky for me, someone else is in charge of it all and sometimes that means we get to move slowly, carefully, gently, from one lovely phase to another.

In the end, it’s a good thing that I’m not in charge.

Just think what we’d miss.

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~30 Days of Thankful~

 

‘Les Miserables’ the Movie!!

Oh, my goodness. I just saw this and was about ready to post it on Facebook. But it seemed much bigger than a little 2 minute thing. It feels HUGE! I’ve watched the preview about 20 times and now this. I love that we can hear how all these fabulous people sing. How is it that everybody in Hollywood can sing? What the heck?

And for the nasty old innkeepers?

Could it possibly get any better?!

I’m so excited about this I could just cry. It may just be the very first time I’ve wanted to go to the movies on Christmas Day. I won’t. But certain I’ll be there the next day.

Are you sooo excited to see it too?

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Stuff and Fluff…

that I love right this minute…

My new favorite soup in the universe–that isn’t homemade I mean. It’s incredible especially with a cup of black beans tossed in…and tortilla chips on the side…and cheddar cheese sprinkled on top. Ummmm….

A box of books that are ready to find a new home at the thrift store. Moving books and shelves does make a person re-access what stays and what…goes. Can’t you just hear a chorus of “The Cirrrrr-cle of Life” right now?

A very special, very secret, very big project that’s occupying my hands these days. Any guesses? Here’s a hint–it’s for our Breaking Dawn 2 Premier. Hee hee… Who’s coming with us? Hmmm?

Bright luscious crab apples just begging to be picked…

and a sweet daughter who is willing to come over and…you know…pick them.

A new Farmer’s Market to fall in love with–the Pleasant Grove Promenade. Navajo Tacos, Spare Ribs, music, veggie booths–so much fun!

Soft, willowy grass to curl your toes in.

A little spikey haired baby boy that steals our hearts at every turn.

What a lovely week it’s been!

{ Our Purpose }

 “The Creation, great as it is, is not an end in itself but a means to an end. We come to the earth for a brief period of time, endure our tests and trials, and prepare to move onward and upward to a glorious homecoming. Our thoughts and deeds while here will surely be more purposeful if we understand God’s plan and are thankful for and obedient to His commandments.

As beneficiaries of the divine Creation, what shall we do? We should care for the earth, be wise stewards over it, and preserve it for future generations.  And we are to love and care for one another.”

Russell M. Nelson

Things To Love~

right this minute…

Mr. Beck’s little guy soccer game–that he simply LOVES!

A cozy comfort food of hash and hominy–a huge favorite dish from my childhood–that’s followed me to grown-up hood.

A couple of soggy water sprites that positively had to be locked out of the house.

Working on a few new patterns for the shop…more on that coming soon. :}

Patio lights on a warm summer evening.

A sleeping baby on your shoulder.

Musicians in the park just playing for the heck of it.

Meeting a dear, dear friend for the very first time…

and admiring all the gorgeous hats that she made by hand. This gal needs an Etsy shop I tell you!

 

Letting Miss Chompy check my purse for treats.

Finally, finally getting the coveted Root Beer Float Shave Ice–with real cream–before summer is totally…over.