Skywatch

 This building always looks like it is in the clouds.

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Quiet time

Do you have a cozy corner in your home.  A spot where you can curl up with a book and enjoy a quiet time?

This beautiful teacup is a Hankook Fine Bone China (England). A gift from a friend.

 A sweet rose from my daughter for Mother's Day.

O God, thou [art] my God; early will I seek thee: my soul thirsts for thee, my flesh longs for thee in a dry and thirsty land......(Psalm 63:1)

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Wild things

 A very overactive Osprey has been building a massive nest on a power line.

And my hubby stopped by a local deli, picked up a sandwich and sat outside on a picnic table. I think this guy wanted him to share!

He said there were two 3' alligators but only one came up out of the water. This is why you should never, never feed them. They lose their fear of people. 

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A Winter of Sweet Secrets

 

If you love Hallmark type stories, this one is for you.

A Winter of Sweet Secrets is a lovely clean romance novel by Heidi McCahan.

Years of feuding has left two candy companies leaving emotions running high. With Jovi on a quest to find the elusive Salted Caramel Chews recipe to save her families company from being bought out by a conglomerate. Her grandmother is in an Alzheimer unit and doesn't remember any of the family. Which puts Jovi on the hunt in every cubby and corner of Grammys house. 

Burke has relocated to Alaska after a tragic loss of his wife and baby son. He brings his five year old daughter, who is a delightful addition to the story. He meets Jovi at the airport where they are stranded and offers her a ride. The romance blooms even though both families have been feuding for years. The mystery of the rift between the families is engaging as they try to figure it out along with who owns the recipes. 

Good dialogue, interesting plot and entertaining reading. 

I received a complimentary ebook from the publisher through Net Galley.  All opinions are my own.

Country Road

 

Where does this road lead? We may ask that question time and again as we travel through life.

I often think about the appointments God has made for me. Sometimes I think I may not be the right person for the job He has requested of me.

But......

Yet He's never early.
He's never late.
He's right on time.
Every time.

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Behind Enemy Bylines

 

Behind Enemy Bylines by Kathleen Fuller is a delightful story about a small town romance. 

Jade Smith has been assigned to bring the Clementine Times into the fold of the bigger newspapers. But owner Sebastian Hudson is having none of it. And especially since Jade is an ex-girlfriend doing the asking.

I loved this rom-com. Lots of great dialogue, and interesting history between Jade and Seb. Along with Jade's foster brother. Add in Kalista, the spoiled trust fund kid who is sent to spend the summer with her step mother in nowheresville Clementine. There are a lot of lessons to be learned. 

The characters were interesting and well written. A sweet clean romance that unfolds with engaging dialogue and a compelling supporting cast.

I voluntarily reviewed a complementary ebook which was I received through NetGalley.  All views expressed are my honest opinion.

Look.....

 .....out the front door!

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Kenwood

 

I found this set of W. H. Grindley & Co. "Kenwood" dishes at the local Hospice Thrift store. They were stacked into a small plastic container and the moment I spied them I knew I had to have them.

The stemware was another thrift store find.  I found four of these glasses several years ago and had been on the lookout for more but never found this same pattern. Then last year as I was perusing an Antique shop, I found them!  However, they were at Antique shop prices. I ended up buying two and spent more on the two then I did on the four. But hey, at least I had enough now to set a pretty table.

Enjoy the Pink!

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Florida coast

 

Grab your sunscreen. It's always boating season in Florida.

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Spring Time

 Spring brings a wash of all things new. The refreshment of rain, birds building their nests and flowers waking in full bloom.

My African Violet has been so full of blooms.  I just had to take it out to the garden and enjoy its beauty.

This Old Royal Bone China sugar and creamer were purchased on one of my trips to Chicago.

My daughter gifted me with this Orenburg Lace Scarf bought on a trip overseas.

Spring makes way for summer. Taking a few minutes to enjoy the delightful spring breeze is such a refreshing way to start the day.

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Happy Easter

 

“He was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our sins; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.”  Isaiah 53:5

This weekend is the time Christians celebrate the Risen Savior. If it was not for the sacrifice Jesus made, we would be dead to our sin, eternally. Jesus paid the price we could not pay, for the debt that we owed.
 
We have all sinned, since we have all done wrong things. But God made a way for us to be forgiven so we can have eternal life in Heaven. We must recognize our sinfulness and accept that Jesus paid the penalty for our sin when he died on the cross and rose again from the grave.

"For God so loved the world, that He gave his only Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16

It's a free gift..........Have a blessed Easter

Late January

 Late January winter sky.

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Easter Brunch

 

Easter. A time of celebration. We don't usually have Easter at home, as there is always a family gathering. But I still enjoy setting my table in honor of this special day.

~"But let all who take refuge in you rejoice; let them ever sing for joy
and spread your protection over them, that those who love your name may exult in you."
Psalms 5:11 ~

~"Glory in his holy name: let the hearts of these who seek the Lord rejoice!"
1 Chronicles 16:10~

I always wanted dishes with Scripture verses.

When I found these at Ross, my daughter and I were on the hunt to find enough pieces to complete the table.

~"Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice, and let them say among the nations,
'The Lord reigns!'" 1 Chronicles 16:31 ~

It was so much fun making the rosette napkins.

~Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say REJOICE. " Philippians 4:4 ~

~ "Let us rejoice and exult and give him the glory, for the marriage of the Lamb has come, and his Bride has made herself ready" Revelation 19:7 ~

This weekend we will be celebrating the Risen Savior. If it was not for the sacrifice HE made, we would be dead to sin, eternally. HE paid the price for the debt we owed.

We are all sinners, since we have all done wrong things. But God made a way for us to be forgiven so we can have eternal life in Heaven. All we have to do is recognize our sinfulness and accept that Jesus paid the penalty for our sin when he died on the cross and rose again from the grave.

"For God so loved the world, that He gave his only Son, that whosoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life." John 3:16

Have a blessed Easter!

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