A Frequent Visitor . . .

House Finch

The house finch is a bird in the finch family Fringillidae. It is native to western North America, and has been introduced to the eastern half of the continent and Hawaii. This species and the other "American rosefinches" are placed in the genus Haemorhous. Wikipedia

Scientific name: Haemorhous mexicanus

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First Time to Link . . .

with Monday Making.

Last Fall, after many years of being away 

from my sewing machine in general, 

I returned and discovered 

fun projects for Christmas gifts. 

Fabric boxes became a favorite; 

with such a variety of uses.

This one is special to me; 

being made from a table cloth that was my Mother's

And what's a sewing project

without a whimsical pin cushion.

You can't use up creativity. 

The more you use, the more you have.

---Maya Angelou

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Watchful But . . .

not very wary.

This Red Tailed Hawk along the road

didn't seem to mind me

stopping for a photo.

And never flinched when

I jumped out of the car to zoom in for a shot.

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No Two the Same . . .

Unique . . .

just like each of us.

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Just Looked Down . . .

and there it was . . .

Wolf's Head

The company was founded in Pennsylvania as "Pennsylvania Crude" in 1879.

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A Christmas Gift . . .

from the RG.

Pray with Joy

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

16 Always be joyful. 17 Pray continually, 18 and give thanks whatever happens. That is what God wants for you in Christ Jesus.

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A Mixed Crowd .

and a few ruffled feathers . . . 

atMuldoon this morning 

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To the New . . .

Roaring Twenties

May the 'roaring' be replaced

by 'forgiveness and peace'

Wishing you a year of

immeasurable blessings and joy!

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Representing Winter Through . . .

a Still Life

More to enjoy at

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Familiar . . .

surroundings

a corner in the kitchen atMuldoon

amidst the shadows

comfort in smooth warn armrests

a favorite chair 

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Girl's . . .

best friend.

Our granddaughter

her buddy, Sparky

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A Ray of Sunshine . . .

on a dreary December day atMuldoon

yet thankful for moderate temp'.

a ray of sunshine
a cloudy December day
heart lightened anew


What was your 'ray of sunshine' today?

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haiku my heart

Something I Need to Remember . . .

in the next couple days and going forward . . .

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Scripture and a Snapshot

Home Is The Heart's . . .

nesting place.

a little fun with Still Life

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A Shrub Not a Flower . . .

a bract not a flower petal.

Despite the details

Beautiful to behold

 surrounding a tiny yellow bloom.

Poinsettia: a small Mexican shrub with large showy scarlet bracts surrounding the small yellow flowers, popular as a houseplant at Christmas.

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Thankful for So Many Things . . .

One of them is physical ability.

At my age I have some aches and pains, 

but I am still able to move about quite freely.

Case in point; I yet again re-arranged my sewing room.

Bear in mind that I arrange and re-arrange my home constantly. Its either a neurotic habit or I just simply enjoy the creativeness. (I choose creative ;)

Perhaps that is the exercise 

that keeps me mobile? (heavy furniture)

One thing that is always important is 

to have a good view from the window 

for birdwatching. 

And look who arrived as I was typing.

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A Rare Siting . . .

From time to time we see Flickers 

pecking around the yard

but haven't seen one perched in a tree

The left over Dogwood berries 

must be an attraction.

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From the Inside Looking Out . . .

Both of us.

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Sad Day

Her suffering has ended.

Rest in Peace

our faithful companion.

Just As Many of Us . . .

Lucy is in the senior years of her life and she is now in her last days.

but continues to faithfully watch for 

the return of her master

when he is out and about.

Her condition has resulted in

nasal blockage and fainting spells.

She is seeing the Vet regularly

and the office calls to check on her.

She shows no sign of pain 

and continues to go out when needed.

We have chosen to give her 

our own hospice care.

Hospice care is a special program for patients who are ill and dying. 
Rather than trying to cure an illness, hospice aims to: 
make the patient comfortable. 
ease pain and other symptoms through a sad and difficult time.

Thank you for your prayers and thoughts.

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