A Muggy Flower Wednesday

Clouds come floating into my life, no longer to carry rain or usher storm, but to add color to my sunset sky.

~Rabindranath Tagore

We have had a couple days of partly cloudy, or mostly sunny, depending on how you want to look at it.  One of my favorite things this time of year is the sunrises and sunsets that we are blessed with.  Bright reds, flamingo pinks, and citrus oranges against a darkening sky.  I would take pictures daily and share them but you would probably say, 'great, another sunset'.  I never tire of the artwork in the sky.  Soon enough we will have the tule fog that obliterates just about everything within our view.  Cold and bone chilling damp.  But for now I will enjoy what is given to me - a kaleidoscope of colors to start and end my day.

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PHOTO OF THE DAY

One of several wind chimes in my yard (can you tell I'm running out of yard pictures to share?)

Probably the most historical use of wind chimes was in agriculture.Throughout history farmers have used wind chimes in the fields to scare away birds and other animals.With the careful placement of the chimes throughout the fields, any animal would quickly be frightened away with the stirring of a gentle breeze.This use of wind chimes insured a bountiful harvest witch would benefit entire communities.There are still farmers to this day that use this technique with positive results. It is a great way to discourage any wild animals from invading, because no harm comes to the many creatures mankind co-exist with.  I love my wind chimes from  the soft deep tones to the tiniest tinkling sounds. Last I counted I have eight wind chimes around my house.

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It's One Flower Wednesday!!  And in keeping with the next holiday, I created a flower for Thanksgiving.

What do you think of my little turkey flower?

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I finally joined everyone else and made my very first mug rug!  It was so much fun that I see many more being created in my house.  I have to believe what I've read "Mug rugs are addicting" - LOL!  But really, they are small and fairly quick to make.  You can make them as plain or as fancy as you would like.  If you are giving them as a gift they are so easy to personalize for the one receiving it.  So, without further ado, here is my very first mug rug.......................

Here is the front without the mug - I think next time the area on the left needs to be a little smaller so that there can be more room for the mug

Here is the pieced back.  It reminds me of grass and a flower garden.

If you haven't tried making a mug rug, I highly recommend it!!

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?QUESTION?

I have been sending out quite a few swap items lately. I send most of the via first class mail as it is the cheapest but it is also the slowest.  Most of the items I receive from Australia are marked airmail.  I tried to do some research through USPS to see if airmail was available here like it used to be.  I couldn't find any information on it.  Can anyone tell me if this type of mail service is sill available?

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GIVEAWAYS

Can you believe I didn't run across any new giveaways today?  There is still my "80th Post Celebration Giveaway" to enter.  I am giving away 2 1/3 yards of coordinated fabric.

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FINAL THOUGHT

This is Weasley and Snickerdoodle's favorite place the last couple of mornings - on my lap with a quilt tucked around my legs (it holds them in position nicely).  These two little furry creatures bring so much happiness into our lives.  They give their love freely, are always happy to see us come home, trust us without question, and provide hours of entertainment - the list could go on.  My life is better with my little buddies in it.  I hope you have a furry friend in your life.

My little dog - a heartbeat at my feet.

 ~Edith Wharton

Watch out Wednesday we are on our way!!!