Housing the Birds

Housing the Birds

    I have always enjoyed watching, feeding and listening to the birds that either live or pass through my woods during migration. When we had our horse farm, I had lovely birdhouses and feeders all over, and even with barn cats, we were fortunate enough that they preferred mice to catching or harassing the birds. ...Continue reading...

A little egg humor……

A little egg humor……

I have been told I have a good sense of humor , although maybe quirky at times. I couldn't resist posting some egg humor .....hope it makes you laugh, or at least smile. No moans or groans!!!! Did you know........     "No, no, the dreaded fork!!!".......     Guessing it's a fried egg kinda day......   Maybe tomorrow a soft boiled egg will do.......unless this egg is practicing for the gourmet egglympics. "Keep ...Continue reading...

Easter Informality

Easter Informality

"Science has never drummed up quite as effective a tranquilizing agent as a sunny spring day".   W. Earl Hall   It looks like it will rain here Easter Sunday, but Monday shall be sunny and warm, 70 degrees, and on that day I will head outside, soak up the warmth, and spend some time looking at the gardens. However, for now, I will have to enjoy the dry warmth of indoors. As promised, below is a more informal setting for Easter day, appropriate for brunch, lunch or dinner. Again, good food ...Continue reading...

Leaded & Beveled Glass Front Entry Door …….

Leaded & Beveled Glass Front Entry Door …….

We had about 6 inches of snow last night (Sunday) and lost power until early Monday afternoon. Glad to have it back. Before the snow we had some lovely sunny warm days, and wanted to be outside  so we did some sprucing up around the property. One of the items on my list was to clean the front door. It has really taken a beating over the last couple of summers with record heat, and the winters of the last few years have been tough as well, so although it didn't need a complete redo, it needed ...Continue reading...

Dreamin’ of the Cape…….

Dreamin’ of the Cape…….

I live in the south, having moved to NC in my 20's for our careers, and now in Virginia, so don't get me wrong, I enjoy living here. That being said, I am constantly drawn back to New England, and Cape Cod in particular. ...Continue reading...