Flowers, Tea and a Postcard

 

Last Tuesday, I received a text from my friend, Brian.  I suppose you could say he was "on my case" because I had skipped a few Wednesday posts, but it was such a cute message, I wanted to share it with you.

"JUST CHECKING IN ON YOU TO SAY HELLO AND WHERE ARE OUR WEDNESDAY POSTS THAT WE GOT TO SEE ON THE BLOG I'M MISSING SOME BIRD NEST ON THE GROUND JUST SAYING." 

 (I smile every time I read it.)

Seems I said there would be a post on Sunday nights also....hence this one.  You know,  I find it isn't always easy to come up with something.  Today, for instance, I didn't have one clue, but I was involved with some flowers...therefore you are seeing flowers tonight.  I never tire of them and since I don't have a green thumb...it's rare I can show any.  Hope you enjoy!

 

I purchased this little pot of Tuberous Begonias and had them sitting on the table...in passing by couldn't help but be surprised at how translucent the centers were.   Just a little light from the window shining through....what a glorious sight!! 

 

Amazing!

 

Just beautiful!!!

 

And, Bird Nest Cottage is blooming!  

 

Once again, there are Daisies!!!

 

And, there are Hydrangeas!

 I couldn't resist putting one in this great glass vase I got from the flea market a few weeks ago.  I also put some sprigs of Mint in there too.  Smells great!

 

These are really bright....I was expecting a softer, paler pink...but since I'm challenged with a non-green thumb, I'll take whatever I get and be happy.

 

 They really make the kitchen cheery!

 

I also wanted to show you what I got in the real mail....a Post Card.  I can't even remember the last time someone sent me a REAL Post Card.  Just made my day!  And, it is from my dear friend, Kay.

She is such a thoughtful person. 

 Here's what it says....there's a word or two in the dark....

"Home is where the Heart is

Lie it east - or lie it west;

And, my heart is with the dear ones

In the old Home nest."

And, Kay's message says:

"Well, you can guess why you're getting this card:

House, flowers, nest...it was screaming your name."

 

Another dear friend making me smile.

 

 Flowers, then friends....so I thought it a good time to try out this new tea. 

 I do love my hot tea.  

(The old navy man always said I just liked to hold a hot cup!)

Actually, this tea is delicious.  It smells just like a Mounds or Almond Joy candy bar.

Since I'm allergic to chocolate, I certainly can't have one of those, but I can SMELL this tea!

 And, drink it too!  

 

 This little coffee station is set up in my pantry.  I don't drink coffee, but it's there in case someone wants a cup.  I'm showing it to you because of the flowers. 

 I think they are pretty.....but they aren't real.  I found them at Hobby Lobby the other day...50 per cent off, so I made this little arrangement. 

 I'm good with it not being real.

(Sometimes I don't feel real either.)

 

 Another plant in the front porch area is this Gardenia! 

 

 This is its second or third year and I haven't killed it yet.

And, it smells divine!

So, there we are for a Sunday Night.

See you Wednesday with a report from the flea market.

until next time

BE WELL 

from

Bird Nest Cottage

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A Summer Pop Up Shop at the VanHooks

As this ad says....a Summer Pop Up Shop took place this weekend at my daughter and son-in-law's home.  If ever a house was suitable for an art show...well, it would be this one.  They had a Pop Up last year with great success, so by request....another.  I am showing you some photos I took while there........just ran through snapping a few photos.  I thought you might want to see some of the art.  Several of their artistic friends displayed their work too.  It was wonderful! 

I'm not going to say much else.....just enjoy!

 

 

 I do have to say this though....my daughter, Kelly.....she worked so hard to make this event a success and it was!  And, Rick, my supercool son-in-law has been painting  like crazy.  They both have.

I'm so proud of them!

 

"Art is long and time is fleeting."

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

"Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time."

Thomas Merton

"One eye sees, the other feels."

Paul Klee

"Life is a blank canvas and you need to throw all the paint on it you can."

Danny Kay

  This little church, painted by Misty, has found it's way to my house!

 I believe a good time was had by all.

  So, as you can see, there will probably be ANOTHER Pop Up at some point.

until next time

from

Bird Nest Cottage

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A Morning Surprise

 

This morning began as they often do here.......planning my activities for the day....running an errand, working on a special quilt, etc.  Typical.  Until I went to the mailbox.  You know, sometimes things happen that just make you wonder......and smile.  And, be grateful.  It happened this morning.  I went out to the mailbox, expecting the usual bills and junk mail....but along with the mail found this.  A beautiful bird's nest!  Put there, I expect by a friend.  Who?  I have no idea, but I am grateful to have such a kind and thoughtful friend.  THANK YOU, Special Friend!!! 

 

"To find the universal elements enough; to find the air and the water exhilarating; to be refreshed by a morning walk or an evening saunter...to be thrilled by the stars at night; TO BE ELATED OVER A BIRD'S NEST, or a wildflower in spring - these are some of the rewards of a simple life."

John Burroughs

"The bird a nest, the spider a web, man friendship." 

William Blake

Yes, I was rewarded this morning with a beautiful nest, by a beautiful friend.

 I am grateful for the friendship and also for the BIRD.

until next time

from

BIRD NEST COTTAGE

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It's the Little Things

 

 A week ago today, my friend, Jim G. came for a short visit.  It had been a long time since his last visit and it turned out to be a lovely day.  Truly.  Now, if ever there was a friend who liked to give multiple "little things," well, it would be Jim.  If you know him, you know he "collects."  For himself, and for his friends.  So as not to fall short I suppose, this visit was no exception...he brought me several things.  Oh, I can't believe I actually said that....because every visit with Mr. G is exceptional for one reason or another!  And, as my post title suggests....it's the little things in life that seem to count.  Now, I'm fine if friends arrive with no gifts....after all...in my mind, they ARE the gift!  But, Mr. G., well, he did think of me, obviously several times, and I really do appreciate those thoughts.  I'm not going to show you everything he brought in this post.....just a couple of them....I'm sure you will get what I'm talking about!

 

 So, let's begin with a vintage petticoat.  A deep lace hem with many tucks above it.  Oh, my goodness, what could be prettier? 

 

 Don't you agree?

 

 And, this little precious shoe.....I am just nuts over it!!!  Only Mr. G would find a tiny bird perched on a shoe!!!

 

 Adorable.

 

 It says something on the bottom, but I sure can't read it.

 

 I do so LOVE it. ❤️

 

 Indeed!

 

 Maybe you can get a better idea of it's size here.

Thank you, Jim!

One of life's great pleasures is a good friend.  And, when a friend really knows you and likes you anyway...well, that's a blessing.  I found this quote today....I hope you like it as much as I did.

"In the sweetness of friendship let there be laughter and sharing of pleasures. For in the

dew of little things the heart finds its morning and is refreshed."

Khalil Gibran 

❤️

from

Bird Nest Cottage

until next time

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