Sunday Fun Day, 7 October 2018. Between the raindrops...

Between the raindrops over the last week, the purple beans were pulled from the raised bed at the center of the split rail fence.

The four o'clock flowers had taken over most of the bed, but there were quite a few spaces and on the whole rather raggedy looking. To complement the fall hill colors and fill in the gaps, the coleus was moved from the front foundation bed.

Then, to fill in the gaps left by the transplanted coleus, yellow and orange marigolds were moved from the back garden beds to the front foundation.

Thank goodness the foundation bed was laid right and started with landscaping cloth. Makes it easy to transplant and weed (like that ever gets done - lol).

With all the exercise and damp weather I'm rather sore again today, so I'm off to put some heat on the sore spots.

Y'all have a great day.

p.s. (The cardinal is still on the worktable. Perhaps it will be finished this next week.)

Sunday Funday.

Doodling possible Christmas ornament designs while sipping coffee and waiting for the first load of wash to finish so the hot water tank can recover enough to take a shower before heading out on the trail.

(How's THAT for a run-on sentence, Grammar Police? LOL)

Going to be a gorgeous day. Bright sunshine outside and already up to thirty-four (34) degrees with an anticipated high of fifty-seven. A nice Spring day in Northwestern PA.

Here's hoping your Sunday is full of sunshine and smiles!

Sunday Fun Day.

Good morning, y'all! Happy Sunday!

For the past week, daytime temperatures have ranged from the mid-50s to 70 degrees. All sorts of high temperature records for February in Pennsylvania were broken.

Except for the mountaintops and a few shady areas, most of the snow melted. Neighbors were out and about working in their flower beds and walking the streets and trails. A few of the willows sprouted soft, grey kitty toes.

The birds came back to the feeders. Quite a bit of time throughout the week was spent at the kitchen window simply watching them feed. The feeders seemed to draw in a dozen or so black capped chickadees, a tufted titmouse and a beautiful, iridescent headed grackle (thinking the bronze race, but haven't seen it since it saw me, so can't be sure).

The transition from Winter to Spring can be devastating to our fine feathered friends. Many times they have to travel long distances with little forage. Keeping the feeders stocked and a suet cake available seems a small price to pay for all the enjoyment they provide. Waking to birdsong is on my list of favorite things in life.

Back to reality.

Yesterday the snow began anew. Tiny little pellets about the size of a glass-head pin top. This morning the flakes are the size of goose down.

The warmth was nice while it lasted. We took advantage by getting a bit of fresh air. Amazing how restorative sunshine and warmth in the great outdoors can be after a month of being cold.

Work continues on the Brown Bag Challenge quilt. All but one of the hand-quilted blocks was ripped out. Six of the twenty holly and berry blocks have been embroidered. Am hoping to complete the quilt by the end of March, but a painting project is due in two weeks and another (easier) quilt project is beckoning. (More on that later this week.)

We spent this past week running from Physical Therapy to the Doctor. Back to Physical Therapy. TOPS, Walmart, and getting the Jeep ready for inspection. Doesn't sound like much, but add crafting, chores and a physical disability...

Folks, we're just plumb worn out. Today is truly a day of rest. 

Where ever you are and whatever you choose to do: May you find something to laugh and smile about as you go about your day. Look for the good and chances are you'll find it!