My Favorite Things . . .

 

Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens . . . these are some of the things in life that I enjoy, and which make me happy, inspire me, or put a smile on my face. Maybe some of them are yours too.  Let's share!

The gift of a new day each morning. How will I spend it. I hope wisely.

 

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Quilts. I really love quilts.

 

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Good Chocolate. I love a treat of a good chocolate every now and then. I used to love to pop into Hotel Chocolate in Chester every now and then. They had the nicest chocolates!

 

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Stone walls and fences . . .  you see them a lot in the North of England and Wales.

 

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Piano music. Especially Paul Cardall.  When I was a child, I longed to have piano lessons. I find piano music very relaxing.

 

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Cowboys  . . .  I loved the miniseries Lonesome Dove back in the day.

 

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Custard tarts  . . .  so yummy.

 

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Kittens and warm sweaters. I love them both. 

 

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Aga ranges  . . .  so cozy.

 

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Farm fresh eggs. In England none of the eggs in the grocery shops are refrigerated. That used to freak me out a bit when I first moved over there.  Always refrigerate your eggs when you get them home.

 

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Hot soups and stews  . . . 

 

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Dried apples  . . . a healthy snack.

 

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The smell of apples, orchards and farm markets in the autumn months  . . . 

 

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September flowers and colors  . . . 

 

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Blue eyes  . . . 

 

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Puppies  . . .  they are so loveable.

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Farm markets in the autumn  . . .  

 

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Crochet blankets  . . . 

 

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Old Cake Tins  . . . 

 

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Country Mail Boxes . . . I had one in New Brunswick that I had painted with sunflowers all over it.

And those are my favorite things for this week  . . . 

A thought to carry with you . . . 

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˚ ˛ •˛• ˚ ｜ 田田 ｜門 ★

 *.˛.°It is one of the blessings

of old friends that you can

afford to be stupid with them.

~Ralph Waldo Emmerson

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In The English Kitchen today  . . .  Spicy Portuguese Potatoes. These were simple and delicious. I hope you will give them a go! Boiled potatoes with a spicy onion sauce spooned over top.

Dad is improving slowly and surely. He had a really good lunch yesterday and had a good walk around as well, although he does need a lot of support when he is doing so, and rests frequently.

I hope that you have a lovely day. It is very foggy out there this morning. Typical September morning. The wildfire is ongoing, but I don't think it is growing at an alarming rate any longer and some people have been let to go back to their homes. Whatever you get up to today, don't forget!

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And I do too!

 

My Favorite Things . . .

 

Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens . . . these are some of the things in life that I enjoy, and which make me happy, inspire me, or put a smile on my face. Maybe some of them are yours too.  Let's share!

 

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Orange Marmalade  . . .  I love that combination of bitter and sweet.

 

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Oh, it's the little cast iron dinner bell that I had in the U.K. That was really one of my favorite things. I loved it.

 

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Taking tea . . . it's such a wonderful activity, even if you do it just for yourself. You can pretend you're Jane Austin.

 

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A table set with pretty things. I used to love setting the table at the manor. Such beautiful cutlery, china, crystal etc.  Table linens. It was all so beautiful.

 

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Owls. I love owls.  There was an Owl sanctuary not too far from where I lived in the U.K. They are such fascinating creatures.  I remember one time driving home from a nighttime activity at church in the U.K. a white barn owl was flying alongside of the car. It was really neat.

 

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Pretty stationary.  I love looking at it but cannot bring myself to use it. I am afraid that I will never see it again so I find myself hoarding it. I know . . . very greedy of me.

 

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Pink ranunculus . . . 

 

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Rustic mountain cabins . . . I would be a tiny bit afraid of bears though . . . 

 

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Sheep, they are such gentle creatures. I have only ever seen one flock of black sheep. They were in a field outside of Chirk.

 

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Misty mornings  . . . 

 

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Pretty book covers  . . . 

 

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Flower markets  . . . 

 

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Plants on a windowsill . . . 

 

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A white picket fence . . . 

 

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The curiosity of wildlife . . .

 

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This made me chuckle.

Spending time with family.  I had a great day yesterday. I was out with Cindy for a good part of the day and then we both went out to supper with Dad last night as Hazel wasn't going to be there. We did not want him to eat on his own and he was going no matter what. Time spent with family is never wasted.

A thought to carry with you . . .  

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˚ ˛ •˛• ˚ ｜ 田田 ｜門 ★

 *.˛.°Fill your paper with
the breathings of your heart.
~William Wordsworth

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In The English Kitchen today  . . .  One Pan Caesar Pork Chops. Tender, juicy, delicious and very simple to make. Only one pan and three simple ingredients, not counting the cherry tomatoes which are optional.

I hope you have a lovely day. Chilly again this morning, but it has been warming up nicely during the day. From what I can find out this morning the fire is stable and staying at the same size.  We are expecting high winds (no rain) from the hurricane this weekend so we will see how that goes.   Whatever you get up to this morning, don't forget!

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And I do too!

 

My Favorite Things . . .

 

Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens . . . these are some of the things in life that I enjoy, and which make me happy, inspire me, or put a smile on my face. Maybe some of them are yours too.  Let's share!

 

Doing anything with my sister. I just love spending time with her.  We haven't had a painting day in a while. I think we need one soon!

 

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Summer sunsets. Lately they have been spectacular. The days are also starting to get a bit noticeably shorter.

 

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Homemade bread, fresh from the oven  . . . 

 

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Potted red geraniums  . . .  so pretty.

 

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Pretty glassware  . . .  so lovely.

 

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Queen Anne's Lace  . . .  I think that is what this is called.

 

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French milled soaps.  I had no idea such a thing existed until I worked at the Manor.

 

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Chocolate  . . . mmm . . .  I used to love to pop into Hotel Chocolate in Chester city every now and then for a treat. So, so, so good.

 

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Window shutters  . . . 

 

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Pretty bouquets  . . . 

 

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A room with a view  . . . 

 

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Bees . . .  love them.

 

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Shooting stars.  I have never seen one in person.

 

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Fresh apricots  . . .  so sweet.

 

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Pretty florals  . . . 

 

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Pearly buttons  . . . 

 

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Checks  . . .  this is so pretty  . . . 

 

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Bunting . . .  

 

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This  . . .  love  . . .  that chair.

 

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Cotton eyelet  . . . 

 

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Old alarm clocks  . . . 

 

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Front porch rockers . . . 

 

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New beginnings  . . . 

 

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An intimate setting  . . . 

 

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Woodpeckers  . . .  well, all birds, really.

He's all better and back to normal.  Thank goodness  . . . 

And those are my favorite things for this week. Hopefully some of them are yours also!

A thought to carry with you  . . . 

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•。★★ 。* 。
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˚ ˛ •˛• ˚ ｜ 田田 ｜門 ★

 *.˛.°The intellect of the wise is like glass;
it admits the light of heaven and reflects it.
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In The English Kitchen today  . . .  BBQ Chicken, Cheddar, & Pineapple Tostadas. Simple to make. Quick.  Delicious. I know I say that all the time. But it's true.

Cindy and I both got nice haircuts yesterday.  I was happy with mine anyways.  I have an appointment to go back on Tuesday morning and see about a lash lift and tint. My eyelashes are almost invisible. Let's hope this makes a difference. I hate wearing mascara. 

Anyways, I hope that you have a beautiful day. It is sunny here again today.  Not quite as warm as yesterday. It has been cooling down really nicely nights. I like that.  Don't forget!

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And I do too!