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November 24, 2024
Quakers Cross Stitch, Everglade, Season of Bronze from Canadian Needle Nana

This week's view of the faded Hydrangeas reminded me that some call autumn the season of bronze. 

In the back yard too, more of the bronze where a couple of weeks ago were all the pinks.
Though down by the pond, there are still golds to be found amongst the rusts. 

It is consistently freezing or flirting with freezing overnight. I've begun feeding the birds and red squirrels, just the small feeder so far. There was a warning that a black bear was around and to hold off on the bird seeds which I did till now.  
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November 11, 2024
Process or Goal Oriented?, Slow Stitching Always from Canadian Needle Nana

The late October warmth meant still more flashy blooms into early November. Like the Hardy Rose Mallow. 

The center structures are so interesting too. I was surprised to see stamens and pistils here. What would you label this stunning colour? 
I've been visiting the pond at dusk to see if I can catch sight of my mystery animal that might be a muskrat. The skies are always interesting at those times of day. I was hoping the pink tinges would show stronger. But it nicely captured the trees' reflections in the water. 
Inside, I've turned to my Year ...

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September 27, 2024
Birthday Cake, Carolyn's Everglade, Feeling Low from Canadian Needle Nana

 On the drive to our place there are lots of fields, farms and horse ranches. Many of the original zigzag cedar rail fences built by the pioneers have been maintained.  

I had my late August birthday too...73 trips around the sun now. Beth made me a wonderful chocolate with marshmallow frosting cake.
The butterflies were edible! Very special and on such an occasion good to take stock and feel so thankful for the folks in my life.

It is my habit to choose a theme for each year and this years' is music. I love music but I don ...

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