Thursday, 11 November 2021

My Favorite Things . . .

 

A few of the things in life that make my heart go pitter pat. Maybe they will do the same thing for yours. ♥♥♥    I'm pretty sure however, that these things mainly make my own heart sing.   



I saw a lump beneath the coverlet at the end of my bed. I decided to investigate. 


 

I discovered one of my favorite things. Cinnamon.  Cuddles ensued. Another one of my favorite things. Kitty cuddles. 


 

Pink depression glass  . . . 


 
Vintage tablecloths  . . . 



Cherries on anything.  Absolutely anything. 

 

Vintage cruet sets . . .  this is so cute. 

 

Hens on nests  . . .  I used to have one. 

 

Vintage cookie jars  . . . 


Vintage bluebirds  . . .  

 

Painted glassware  . . . 



Red & White . . . 

 

Vintage advertising art  . . . 

 


Gloves  . . .  women used to wear gloves everywhere  . . .  

 
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Love this jacket  . . . 



Vintage aprons  . . .  left all mine behind  . . . 



Autumn colors  . . . 


Autumn embroidery  . . . 


Thanksgiving-ware  . . . 


Glass pumpkins  . . . 



This  . . . 



Serendipity candles  . . .  Canadian made . . . my candle of choice. 


Old books  . . . 



Dandelion bouquets  . . . 


Lace collars  . . . 


Funky, eclectic style  . . . 



Lace and sequins  . . . .



Pretty dresses  . . . 



The sunrise view from the front window, taken just a few minutes ago. Everything is bathed in a golden light, the rooftops across the way are sparkling with frost, my kittens are taking it all in. My heart feels warm.

And those are my favorite things for today  . . . 

A thought to carry with you . . . 

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 *.˛.If we don't have time for 
masterpiece moments,
the very reason we came to earth
is being wasted on us.
~Chieko N Okazaki, Being Enough
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In The English Kitchen today  . . . Perfect Creamy Mashed Potatoes, a tutorial. 

My elbow is sore this morning. A leftover from when I had the shingles. I hope it goes off. I am picking up Eileen and Tim for lunch today.  Two people I love in the UK have been stricken with Covid, despite being twice vaccinated.  One had just started a new job at a school. Keep being careful people.

I hope you have a wonderful day.  Spare a few moments at 11 a.m. to remember those who gave up their lives for our freedom.  We must never forget.  Always remember . . . 

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And I do too!       




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10 comments:

  1. La Table De Nana11 November 2021 at 14:03

    I hope their symptoms are very minimal after 2 shots..J can get a third Dec 15th..your dad too 6 months after second shot.

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    1. Marie Rayner11 November 2021 at 14:24

      They seem to be fairly minimal, but still a great inconvenience I suppose. And of course one never knows if they will be minimal or not. It varies. I have heard of a few deaths. I am so not willing to take a chance! I asked about Boosters here when I got my flu shot, they said the over 80's first, then people with compromised immune systems, children and finally the rest of us. xoxo

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  2. Elaine in Toronto11 November 2021 at 14:18

    Your favourites are my favourites. November 11th - we must never forget. I'm sorry about your friends in UK getting covid despite being double vaccinated. Some peple don't build up as many anti-bodies as they might, hence the boosters. We must all stay vigilent. Love and hugs, Elaine

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    1. Marie Rayner11 November 2021 at 14:25

      You are right Elaine, we must all stay/remain vigilent. There has been lots of spread here lately and especially in my area of the province. Its quite frightening! Love and hugs, oxox

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  3. I'm mostly known as 'MA'11 November 2021 at 14:47

    I'm so thankful for our veterans and willl always remember and never forget what they do for us.

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    1. Marie Rayner14 November 2021 at 12:56

      You are right about that Pam. Freedom always comes at a price and they have paid it for us! xoxo

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  4. Mevely31712 November 2021 at 00:14

    Love those vintage aprons! My mother used to sew beautifully; I've saved one of her 'cobbler' aprons. Sadly, it's far too tight across the bodice, but I still enjoy wearing it.

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    1. Marie Rayner14 November 2021 at 12:56

      oh how wonderful that you have one of your mother's aprons Mevely. I wish I did! I am sure, tight or not, it feels like your mum is hugging you each time you wear it! xoxo

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  5. lynney6212 November 2021 at 01:37

    Hi Marie..I want to offer some advice, and you can take it or leave it..I worked as a RN in the US for 40+ yrs. and some of those times caused great stress for me, I always got herpes zoster lip, nose, sores....Then in 2006 I got shingles covering my left chest and back, so painful...I recovered with help of antiviral meds but still had postherpetic neuropathy pain ...In 2009 I took the "shingles vaccine", and also retired from nursing. Now in 2021 I must tell you I have no neuropathy pain, I haven't had a herpes zoster sore since the vaccine, and I haven't even had the flu...and definitely not any Covid. I am healthy at age 77. I know people are often afraid of vaccines, especially today, but I felt I must tell you how extreme stress can cause shingles, and how the vaccine might be of help to you. As a retired RN I will say your healthcare decisions are private self decisions between you and your physician. Just wanted to pass on my experience...Take care!

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    1. Marie Rayner14 November 2021 at 12:57

      Thanks so much Lynney! I have been thinking about getting the shingles vaccine. I very well may do. Thank you! xoxo

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