Cat keeper & feather collector

Now that it's nice out, Lester begs (very loudly I might add) to be let outside.  We live on a busy street and can't bear the thought of him getting hit by a car should he venture from the yard.  So I take him out for supervised visits to the garden and pond.

Like a flash, he's out and rounding the corner to where all the interesting stuff is.

He's a good mouser and would make an excellent farm cat. Too bad for him, we make him come back into the house after five minutes or so.  He will voice his displeasure most of the time but will accept a piece of fresh cat mint from the garden as a consolation prize.

Anyhow, I love finding feathers and decided to display some of my natural treasures in these cute little bud vases.   They add a perfect touch to my living room window.  The times that I do find feathers are few and far between so I get pretty excited when I come across one!

Happy Easter

Happy Easter everyone!

This morning initially found me thinking of all the things I need to accomplish this spring and summer.  Odd jobs like like organizing closets, washing nick knacks, painting old pieces of furniture and dreaming of custom fit, cotton slip covers for my furniture.  It's funny how I can happily ignore these things all winter but once spring hits, I'm chomping at the bit to fluff and freshen my nest. 

For today anyhow, I will relax and reflect on something that is much more important than stuff for a house.  Something that money can't buy...It's love.  It is my hope that regardless of our religion (or lack thereof) we strive to ensure that all our actions and words are rooted in love. 

 Blessings

Daffodils

The daffodils are starting to bloom in my garden!  I find that even on gloomy days, their yellow color is cheerful.  They are after all, a start to all the flowers that will follow.  Lets take a peak at what we have to look forward, shall we? 

Annabelle Hydrangea

Hosta Bloom

Sorry I don't remember names for two of these varieties.  I am happy to find out and respond back if you require these additions to your garden.
Enjoy your day everyone!