tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28633654005206697392024-03-18T04:13:46.316-07:00View From Harmony HillsDaily life of a Country ArtistDebbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.comBlogger723125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-3540187949098767252024-03-13T15:33:00.000-07:002024-03-13T15:33:40.868-07:00Sow<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1DaUkkgCq13xMEbjyV2mseyawCuv0eeZS-kb3siHi_MMbwuAXTJGcEg3IV325Y5TZSiFrmCkai3tjRrgFonRfyPH8R8BP0FBsvd0pP4qUsC8iBeSXvVrZPcsyNMF8FtxXxASZ65frFE4z7FYpmd-QkwRqWVeJnQmTG9CE94r4I_ZXfbP5FpECN58kFnHi/s4608/P3120001.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1DaUkkgCq13xMEbjyV2mseyawCuv0eeZS-kb3siHi_MMbwuAXTJGcEg3IV325Y5TZSiFrmCkai3tjRrgFonRfyPH8R8BP0FBsvd0pP4qUsC8iBeSXvVrZPcsyNMF8FtxXxASZ65frFE4z7FYpmd-QkwRqWVeJnQmTG9CE94r4I_ZXfbP5FpECN58kFnHi/w400-h300/P3120001.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> It is the time of the year when I begin to sow seeds for the coming season. Discovered a different method on You Tube...they call it "winter sowing"<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmuD0mcgvrLs0yCeFw8W1lj9wyP6r6i2G-zqpKrQ5biioh26iDG_6Q8CoNd7SYcaspVr3OaU14VBfXwuxZiF1PxizBoKkmlPm50vFW0Mj1AfMxtpubxa3JtmgL8nZSml6vP5ZOZFoiJzb2BqfczxbfxerPa2PTY_V-baLvyo29waD2sd8swutNP0a_kFcE/s4608/P3120002.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmuD0mcgvrLs0yCeFw8W1lj9wyP6r6i2G-zqpKrQ5biioh26iDG_6Q8CoNd7SYcaspVr3OaU14VBfXwuxZiF1PxizBoKkmlPm50vFW0Mj1AfMxtpubxa3JtmgL8nZSml6vP5ZOZFoiJzb2BqfczxbfxerPa2PTY_V-baLvyo29waD2sd8swutNP0a_kFcE/s320/P3120002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />All you need are a few plastic jugs and some seed starter mix...scissors and a roll of duct tape or painter's tape (I used the latter).<p></p><p><br /></p><p>You cut the jugs in half except for leaving the part where the handle is located intact. That way you have created a hinge. Cut a few holes in the bottom for drainage. Place your soil mix to a depth of about 4" high and plant your seeds in the mix and water gently. Then tape around the cut sides with your duct or painter's tape. Put the lid back on the top and place the jugs in a sunny spot in your garden. The video suggested that perennials should be started in January through March so they have time to germinate and harden to the cold and warmth. Annuals and herbs you may want to start later closer to spring. Tomatoes and peppers were not recommended for winter sowing because they need warmer temperatures to grow. I have chosen to experiment with hollyhock, lupine, and foxglove as well as chives and basil.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFIQjETNWsJnP34xoZT_fVFBYMng0hnUOWQ2-1x9zw_QXF_C_pYfLBTkX0QlUcQg-cYpayuaLNp_hvX0-wLV6CMmryGhvTs7PoPr7PXXe_nEHyQ_6jmp4sGbXLwtmfbbfwlGXhUasL-tSwgWLxoukDhI6EbCTUKFuy9-RPOPnOJMqCw7lHaY2X0IwbqSry/s4608/P3120005.JPG" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFIQjETNWsJnP34xoZT_fVFBYMng0hnUOWQ2-1x9zw_QXF_C_pYfLBTkX0QlUcQg-cYpayuaLNp_hvX0-wLV6CMmryGhvTs7PoPr7PXXe_nEHyQ_6jmp4sGbXLwtmfbbfwlGXhUasL-tSwgWLxoukDhI6EbCTUKFuy9-RPOPnOJMqCw7lHaY2X0IwbqSry/s320/P3120005.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Will let you all know if this works out. It is always fun to try something new. Like the idea of starting seeds early but not having to find a place indoors for the containers. <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMvmHyGjwQfb2OjMZ6Xd_p4cVAAeVzvFSnb7thjMjcHjtR77yfxRUOIXlE1RYqd6ztK7CXNZf2g2JQm0qXAQTAzB3lX00ujTbb6Z0U5TO8XY82lnMQnNlsXjb-dwH3SnVMTn8wh3iIQLU_P5dq0c7gey0biXwiibGgvUC_R5jpes6KKyFkM9BO3Dd47xuX/s4608/P3130009.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMvmHyGjwQfb2OjMZ6Xd_p4cVAAeVzvFSnb7thjMjcHjtR77yfxRUOIXlE1RYqd6ztK7CXNZf2g2JQm0qXAQTAzB3lX00ujTbb6Z0U5TO8XY82lnMQnNlsXjb-dwH3SnVMTn8wh3iIQLU_P5dq0c7gey0biXwiibGgvUC_R5jpes6KKyFkM9BO3Dd47xuX/s320/P3130009.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p>Well, wishing everyone a happy start to spring. It officially arrives the 19th but today feels as if it may already be here. </p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie</p><p>P.S. Have a Happy St. Patrick's Day!</p><p><br /></p><p><i>"Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously." 2 Cor: 9:6 (NIV)</i></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-56077156407721115282024-03-07T16:58:00.000-08:002024-03-07T16:58:59.468-08:00Patience<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFMY0-TKEzt8MHofzljB82rmB7TySpriPDsvfihJrcktfGKkQfmI8D3HnegehMpDcwMIUIg3gaIGRvX95zp_H929_UoB0tGNDBW390XknuzSvFnHtxiYRWm4xGlwPQvhymxh8nY_Go1V1u0o49RRiftZVA2hvpLP0fIbe_mr7I9b1ob9xlUM8j1vEf0vCP/s4608/P3070003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFMY0-TKEzt8MHofzljB82rmB7TySpriPDsvfihJrcktfGKkQfmI8D3HnegehMpDcwMIUIg3gaIGRvX95zp_H929_UoB0tGNDBW390XknuzSvFnHtxiYRWm4xGlwPQvhymxh8nY_Go1V1u0o49RRiftZVA2hvpLP0fIbe_mr7I9b1ob9xlUM8j1vEf0vCP/w400-h300/P3070003.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> March is the month that always teaches me patience. This year is no different. We went from 70 degree weather to 50's. The peepers were in full song for a couple of days but now they are quiet.<p></p><p>As always I am anxious to get outdoors and start digging. It is too soon. Just need to be patient a little longer.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjym-UcpucvJ1QuSECWNfhgsr4cmkFkQJnRUh0JQHxhBlpTN6rGcaDSZ03Za5nW6gp3rQ3SO8_FEwHn94Fd_s_4BQhYp89wpnZGExwZn3R3sShbhvFb7NCmr3ktJqIELN1AzXtPp0Ij8zJYWN9KEokY1RHGkBA-F1n8z5fkPh1Mt7miSQ4UTR89yxy7zQ2d/s4608/P3070002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjym-UcpucvJ1QuSECWNfhgsr4cmkFkQJnRUh0JQHxhBlpTN6rGcaDSZ03Za5nW6gp3rQ3SO8_FEwHn94Fd_s_4BQhYp89wpnZGExwZn3R3sShbhvFb7NCmr3ktJqIELN1AzXtPp0Ij8zJYWN9KEokY1RHGkBA-F1n8z5fkPh1Mt7miSQ4UTR89yxy7zQ2d/s320/P3070002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>In the meantime I will enjoy a cutting of forsythia and pussy willows along with the last few petals of a Christmas poinsettia.<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_7rAkdspbQpR4a9GHlijT9wZxdcUuEn_vCQYLNcWvgyb5D7ZYZ-WrTEKMxpEzN-TlmkKF6Utd0621ZzZg9p4NR0WHgI2j4Gxlx-SrBuSpIMofXH-WycywlB5LPE-At-l7TVjbQydvNhKPUxrk9oo0r5EvtAJDBnpadCouFiuqDAa6KxXMtCjfwJR1HnXo/s4608/P3070001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_7rAkdspbQpR4a9GHlijT9wZxdcUuEn_vCQYLNcWvgyb5D7ZYZ-WrTEKMxpEzN-TlmkKF6Utd0621ZzZg9p4NR0WHgI2j4Gxlx-SrBuSpIMofXH-WycywlB5LPE-At-l7TVjbQydvNhKPUxrk9oo0r5EvtAJDBnpadCouFiuqDAa6KxXMtCjfwJR1HnXo/s320/P3070001.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Also taking delight in a few houseplants. Growing something indoors feeds one's soul until warmer days return. </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBhn1oAa31nlYPuf0_b0CEU6mBZX6xeVNxkOy7GJhrg2alYZbz403nmcqwkC4bBuYZENjCJ8DBYT6LeMb2xqqTtnram3UOP7lUIZNW1qyGbNaEWk2ehiQFyYYTQPulIq3yH_7NKtCaNiPfPHxZ_2fT8eUwc7X2PoZKtZVUAqhIZB6em-8zDlqthJSF2Rs8/s4608/P3070004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBhn1oAa31nlYPuf0_b0CEU6mBZX6xeVNxkOy7GJhrg2alYZbz403nmcqwkC4bBuYZENjCJ8DBYT6LeMb2xqqTtnram3UOP7lUIZNW1qyGbNaEWk2ehiQFyYYTQPulIq3yH_7NKtCaNiPfPHxZ_2fT8eUwc7X2PoZKtZVUAqhIZB6em-8zDlqthJSF2Rs8/s320/P3070004.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>This thriller was suggested to me by a friend. Stacy Willingham is the author. Sounds like it will be a page turner. Perhaps this will help to keep me patient.</p><p><br /></p><p>Well take care friends. Have a wonderful weekend.</p><p>Hugs Debbie</p><p><br /></p><p><i>"Be patient, then brothers, until the Lord's coming. See how the farmer waits for the land to yield its valuable crop and how patient he is for the autumn and spring rains." James 5:7 (NIV) </i></p><p><br /></p><p> </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEia07LhGW40ie3NMfA6PvAZTSuH50t8GHUUDfXubSVdG2noIvm9uVqviPAT3-qO0JQP5UXNQmH0J4ZLE1-yHrGwSPM1iPsuE0u1XaZz8aAgFMLhjaWYoO6Z0oJdsZlN_2dP4B21GBCzfNzB7pL9SEV1G4Ph5g460NEghoQwTGcYn4VjB3IVYGh_MVhGqDjB/s4608/P3070006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><br /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-75042419108550667792024-02-28T15:30:00.000-08:002024-02-28T15:30:27.201-08:00Extra Day<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw0i3JrQTwo8reN1eH8mdoyeOkTb6Di4W5Kh9Ec3NnpTwYqtFn82fD1eiouLlUlh6yqPGW8uJ3ezRMb-J9DZfp7Ej-C2J4hHfe04KsLq2i4O913RdsM2NluCU9hieDMivn-vlLjQpuJBuLWGZshey9jIx6_zyMfSYgOkZYm9t4_pV0f3PrUa4x5QXz5WTM/s4608/P2280005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhw0i3JrQTwo8reN1eH8mdoyeOkTb6Di4W5Kh9Ec3NnpTwYqtFn82fD1eiouLlUlh6yqPGW8uJ3ezRMb-J9DZfp7Ej-C2J4hHfe04KsLq2i4O913RdsM2NluCU9hieDMivn-vlLjQpuJBuLWGZshey9jIx6_zyMfSYgOkZYm9t4_pV0f3PrUa4x5QXz5WTM/w400-h300/P2280005.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> February has given us an extra day this year. There is time to bake a batch of cookies...<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVJ5KCHqtIzEN1uhFXC651iMWVvHLVxF74olqwnan_M0C2mQJn4Ys15yHCmLp07wACn_wqa3kRAzo1-u8k_AhhhHoAE9nL9lPY3nOt0yfhsfrCFCM3Kd2JgdTU5gGyYQM4drcKuHdyKE6uXfjHV-FCdx9zUAGNdej7FyiinyeDPEQzh-A39VlF6jqwGpvk/s4608/P2280006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVJ5KCHqtIzEN1uhFXC651iMWVvHLVxF74olqwnan_M0C2mQJn4Ys15yHCmLp07wACn_wqa3kRAzo1-u8k_AhhhHoAE9nL9lPY3nOt0yfhsfrCFCM3Kd2JgdTU5gGyYQM4drcKuHdyKE6uXfjHV-FCdx9zUAGNdej7FyiinyeDPEQzh-A39VlF6jqwGpvk/s320/P2280006.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Read a bit...</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXe4_758UYEoPAdPouTRSMQds2nTpbzMPh6bEBvko0yvj1yhLhTdBhepblgc81-AGvqzY5d2_EKofeWDYugD469Fiyq0LNKDM62aEOJhF7X1Njvz46BLwS1CCz2CTShaEno7rPZd7IOzgqDQqunlphAVierdEuwllcckRTtl9xQMJC_MRBKUlzNLKKXlg4/s4608/P2280001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXe4_758UYEoPAdPouTRSMQds2nTpbzMPh6bEBvko0yvj1yhLhTdBhepblgc81-AGvqzY5d2_EKofeWDYugD469Fiyq0LNKDM62aEOJhF7X1Njvz46BLwS1CCz2CTShaEno7rPZd7IOzgqDQqunlphAVierdEuwllcckRTtl9xQMJC_MRBKUlzNLKKXlg4/s320/P2280001.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>do some sketching...</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgilY_FQ2CWlVOWK2WzNiF8URLYfl0_bToWroH3N_WcJ6P1QS-ljiaE30O5144yITiuPr806uHc7ewneQSmtKiz6O5EbYupdHkciZJz_BzHNwiphcT9_3p5M9D2682EMxx6xm3lRs7Ibz7Uytsf6GhtupMK0VWh7P58_6Q3CxQeQ-IrfotjQO7gsrT6pP9f/s4608/P2280004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgilY_FQ2CWlVOWK2WzNiF8URLYfl0_bToWroH3N_WcJ6P1QS-ljiaE30O5144yITiuPr806uHc7ewneQSmtKiz6O5EbYupdHkciZJz_BzHNwiphcT9_3p5M9D2682EMxx6xm3lRs7Ibz7Uytsf6GhtupMK0VWh7P58_6Q3CxQeQ-IrfotjQO7gsrT6pP9f/s320/P2280004.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>and sample a new recipe. (Blackened Chicken) </p><p><br /></p><p>What are you doing with this extra day of February? Please share!</p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie</p><p><br /></p><p><i>" The sun stopped in the middle of the sky and delayed going down about a full day. There has never been a day like it before or since, a day when the Lord listened to a man..." Joshua 10:13b-14</i>a <i> (NIV)</i></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-54632338282461164872024-02-18T18:28:00.000-08:002024-02-18T18:28:32.251-08:00"Come Back"<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi07FSlF2aF8eMeN6MjEkX9qNio_LWbWxINjaGgZnqzYTXxsu-CVwwSnTqXImpN8CFOn-H-lLA8_myN_Blf8TN2f5qsCkvAgXxhakPhcgeEaWcRHR9QEPr1ClJwp5TX1bIpYrWsZgJWxWs9Dk_jTJcmYBN86gQhuumTToe7yxVwtwhNpw9-_UNPZJ-FwpoC/s4608/P2180004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi07FSlF2aF8eMeN6MjEkX9qNio_LWbWxINjaGgZnqzYTXxsu-CVwwSnTqXImpN8CFOn-H-lLA8_myN_Blf8TN2f5qsCkvAgXxhakPhcgeEaWcRHR9QEPr1ClJwp5TX1bIpYrWsZgJWxWs9Dk_jTJcmYBN86gQhuumTToe7yxVwtwhNpw9-_UNPZJ-FwpoC/w400-h300/P2180004.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> Winter made a " come back" this weekend. The windchill this morning was 3 degrees below zero. <p></p><p>After a couple weeks of almost spring like weather we found the change to be bone chilling. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizRCE9RCP9-G0o0zCzRVZhdq-zqY1dUEPxPEMqQoBo9lkAJ-aoevlxJcZSM3CHl8d3QoTVPqEfrOpnnc_sn86Bri1WXUlKsFGO7KgiSsVyLnl9pGdGszz1Z5UkZriBPuSRChOemITGTCW2K-w6Nhgg0oJ4pxvclmuZkXBKjNzDXpYLSuDUBMBtSHxn_N0d/s4608/P2150001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizRCE9RCP9-G0o0zCzRVZhdq-zqY1dUEPxPEMqQoBo9lkAJ-aoevlxJcZSM3CHl8d3QoTVPqEfrOpnnc_sn86Bri1WXUlKsFGO7KgiSsVyLnl9pGdGszz1Z5UkZriBPuSRChOemITGTCW2K-w6Nhgg0oJ4pxvclmuZkXBKjNzDXpYLSuDUBMBtSHxn_N0d/w320-h240/P2150001.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Kelsey was content to get indoors after a brisk jaunt outside. We both like our walk but today it was a challenge with the wind blowing. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghCCA31k6vMMZqzVkGIXmtr7K4RiGijcJveTp1ZyGp1NKc1JVn0v0OHWQdLPjiOR82CfNxFltJHJ-m_Q-8cm0mOauUTD5v2NplnCf7ObqeeGqOC484y5CVXYEKOmx-ubXaX8c9So5ob22SZP_FqWsxuwJuUr65oIqz7SmjK8p84B1sYFnxiDTiBBuDfFMQ/s4608/P2180002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghCCA31k6vMMZqzVkGIXmtr7K4RiGijcJveTp1ZyGp1NKc1JVn0v0OHWQdLPjiOR82CfNxFltJHJ-m_Q-8cm0mOauUTD5v2NplnCf7ObqeeGqOC484y5CVXYEKOmx-ubXaX8c9So5ob22SZP_FqWsxuwJuUr65oIqz7SmjK8p84B1sYFnxiDTiBBuDfFMQ/w320-h240/P2180002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Mr. Nuthatch took shelter from the cold by clinging to his wind break. Amazing how even with no leaves these old oaks yield a place that is warmer than out in the open.<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMdGmUNZ97ZAjH0d0q7_YEV3m2VczUhwFv6zunIZwfoDNmiEOx-5d6Fc9NMKE2vdatkvPw9t-nPVUvVeAh_tRVRTtzmJhvEaCSwvBLtc_zsYZ4bT_y0ItZMmOUNt7IQFTUyhsuPTZv3MBBH9cN60APT9h0OAM92FmwIGbmutMEDQQ-3_G4DLb_QG0buCZp/s4608/P2180001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMdGmUNZ97ZAjH0d0q7_YEV3m2VczUhwFv6zunIZwfoDNmiEOx-5d6Fc9NMKE2vdatkvPw9t-nPVUvVeAh_tRVRTtzmJhvEaCSwvBLtc_zsYZ4bT_y0ItZMmOUNt7IQFTUyhsuPTZv3MBBH9cN60APT9h0OAM92FmwIGbmutMEDQQ-3_G4DLb_QG0buCZp/w320-h240/P2180001.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>The sunshine helped to add some warmth and even started to melt the snow. By late afternoon patches of grass were peaking through. By tomorrow we are to see temperatures returning to the 40's. I am not sad!</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4XdmTlEGJ-Xmj_ukf6KN6NcdDRXz8AeWLl_-W68u6QUE-xGoL9AnnWiJNzQijivTF2OKnP5BSVMd7PkMC1XZ-Tib2ymktwUP2IHkUPDUHOlPKuMmEJ_X4MsU6Od0myNcD44rVONndBxc8t42ev4xGQXIE2qPkdayoi0tXG_OlonTFBmdTfmrR8V9c6zHE/s4608/P2180006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4XdmTlEGJ-Xmj_ukf6KN6NcdDRXz8AeWLl_-W68u6QUE-xGoL9AnnWiJNzQijivTF2OKnP5BSVMd7PkMC1XZ-Tib2ymktwUP2IHkUPDUHOlPKuMmEJ_X4MsU6Od0myNcD44rVONndBxc8t42ev4xGQXIE2qPkdayoi0tXG_OlonTFBmdTfmrR8V9c6zHE/w320-h240/P2180006.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Speaking of returning - finished "The Return" by Nicholas Sparks. It was a good read.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6lRNkkK6OtuELK4fgziXQnxHzaMXV3KlagANxnBro9H6C0SElJLOjZmtbFhUWkWUc_W8dz3xmW2BRbJ2QFoekTW-dNGbYfNKXDFfuyGrytOB_epWiIuj6vRj2uJlgtkari6fp9zuLGtSc2LQBEZxRLY0ix5km_bfSogG70FfsILZsIZWMPDNcgC1ZVdnt/s4608/P2180007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6lRNkkK6OtuELK4fgziXQnxHzaMXV3KlagANxnBro9H6C0SElJLOjZmtbFhUWkWUc_W8dz3xmW2BRbJ2QFoekTW-dNGbYfNKXDFfuyGrytOB_epWiIuj6vRj2uJlgtkari6fp9zuLGtSc2LQBEZxRLY0ix5km_bfSogG70FfsILZsIZWMPDNcgC1ZVdnt/w320-h240/P2180007.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Also found some time this past week to do a bit of sketching.<span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWmTM1u5_lKnGBBPVcyrow70BVvbVrf3yyNUTVTvoCfgZj_8nURRAOkhwOITzqe9FV3KNbNr7XqFJWH0U5dkmI1emu9HNDS0b0jEZlyRRO527OHCJ6YNQfiEAW7uDNr9YF7HNGdYfxOQLZCT8Nz95B_7mq-uFE4SlPqo9pqeANuC3856jQo9GmHgNUM2zt/s4608/P2180005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; display: inline !important; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em; text-align: center;"><span> </span><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWmTM1u5_lKnGBBPVcyrow70BVvbVrf3yyNUTVTvoCfgZj_8nURRAOkhwOITzqe9FV3KNbNr7XqFJWH0U5dkmI1emu9HNDS0b0jEZlyRRO527OHCJ6YNQfiEAW7uDNr9YF7HNGdYfxOQLZCT8Nz95B_7mq-uFE4SlPqo9pqeANuC3856jQo9GmHgNUM2zt/w320-h240/P2180005.JPG" width="320" /></a></p><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Even made a few plans for the coming spring.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks for taking time to visit. Hope you will share what is happening in your part of the world. </div><div><br /></div><div>Hugs</div><div><br /></div><div>Debbie</div><div><br /></div><div> <i>"Have you entered the storehouses of the snow" Job38:22a (NIV)</i></div>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-47963816811538815002024-02-11T14:43:00.000-08:002024-02-11T14:43:50.363-08:00"New Things"<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU0Jelsws3sJrRns657TNPg1np_rqbcNUxfimEYuZ-RJy8POEJ6FlzWSecGYWujeU6i9osLBLgR1AmW4fsgPFrgoMgJ-yHkmEQ63fBqrkgNZVguykiSacGUvlDTL-Mib4mzzWB9Qu9l__cr4f3koj7PbvDN_aB4YPpeRAcKf7sDRYD3PxXYijEj25YOT_y/s4608/February%202024%20007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU0Jelsws3sJrRns657TNPg1np_rqbcNUxfimEYuZ-RJy8POEJ6FlzWSecGYWujeU6i9osLBLgR1AmW4fsgPFrgoMgJ-yHkmEQ63fBqrkgNZVguykiSacGUvlDTL-Mib4mzzWB9Qu9l__cr4f3koj7PbvDN_aB4YPpeRAcKf7sDRYD3PxXYijEj25YOT_y/w400-h300/February%202024%20007.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> Sometimes new things can be scary. Call it my age or the fear of change that makes the "new" bring angst. Recently I had to purchase another phone because my old was not keeping a charge. I felt comfortable with the one I was using. Certainly didn't want to have to replace it. In today's world though, we all have to stay connected. Hmm makes me wonder how twenty five years ago one land line was all that was required for the average family. Now everyone including the kids need their own personal device. <p></p><p>Since I'm far from techie the challenge of setting up a new phone made me quite anxious. Bless the young folks at the public library. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjls5riCE42lyOCo2FhlSzcxdCSbojDCKBuQX3mtJHn2kUjZuDeqpQY0yf8GR3ZklMzEUItXPlnswhH5jrZuSZkK3KWNODoDqUyY6a6cU1OncXs7nUyqnO-KWGBCUuDI6qdseX1SYLcYS31OIuZHnh9gNR8UMJgdOsc_oenZIcZY8dJR8yJuupNUj1QqepT/s4608/February%202024%20013.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjls5riCE42lyOCo2FhlSzcxdCSbojDCKBuQX3mtJHn2kUjZuDeqpQY0yf8GR3ZklMzEUItXPlnswhH5jrZuSZkK3KWNODoDqUyY6a6cU1OncXs7nUyqnO-KWGBCUuDI6qdseX1SYLcYS31OIuZHnh9gNR8UMJgdOsc_oenZIcZY8dJR8yJuupNUj1QqepT/s320/February%202024%20013.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />They helped get it working. (Let us "oldies" appreciate this new upcoming generation - they just may be our life - line to living in the 21st century!) <p></p><p>I would much rather walk through these brambles than to figure out how to dump a contact list from one phone to another. </p><p>Keeping to the same thought, have been procrastinating in buying a new computer. Yesterday with hubby's help made another new plunge. We are finally getting Windows 11 (been stuck with 7 and have managed to miss all the updated ones in between.) Here again someone younger is getting us all set up. He is a tech at the store and his expertise came with the package deal. Hooray! </p><p>Along with this new computer, high speed internet is being installed in our home this week. The young man who is doing the job assured us that he will show us how to connect all our technical equipment once he has completed his work. So thankful for all those younger people who are willing to come along side those of us who at times need "new things". </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwKjLGGniltN_nMYEJeWfBEVtW98brXQufjwFDQTw6Ao4_Ip3NfBAyvOpJ4hq64oq8ulIzemgGfrjxm6MmVApdlmm1NXC0N14J2qgtzv2-UaHhtP6UP238P7BaZtNlm1G84n53tMZSOBSFv1adTXMSwhQhlQXwa0XLD9uxXjoh40nfYCIGjr3VqcbjOjQ5/s4608/February%202024%20002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwKjLGGniltN_nMYEJeWfBEVtW98brXQufjwFDQTw6Ao4_Ip3NfBAyvOpJ4hq64oq8ulIzemgGfrjxm6MmVApdlmm1NXC0N14J2qgtzv2-UaHhtP6UP238P7BaZtNlm1G84n53tMZSOBSFv1adTXMSwhQhlQXwa0XLD9uxXjoh40nfYCIGjr3VqcbjOjQ5/s320/February%202024%20002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Speaking of "new" have discovered a canvas called "Yes" that works with all media including watercolor. A bit different that painting on paper but am enjoying working on this type of surface. </p><p>Well hope you will share anything new in your lives that may be a bit scary! </p><p>Have a blessed week. </p><p>Hugs Debbie</p><p><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><span> </span><i>"See, the former things have taken place, and new things I declare, before they spring into being I announce them to you." Isaiah 42:9 (NIV)</i> </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-64071907154854837032024-02-04T16:30:00.000-08:002024-02-04T16:30:29.905-08:00Glad<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWXvnrpSUcg_zv_taPDJYlazSnXKJY3NIocNznKTGZ4syYCXqCPWx-DPURERjLIidzMRO7v9Ul8nWf9ysOkB6LT8T1QG1h6nk30qVKZUXrRky5D2di_5ttlWkgdDuYlyAAkhP5eUNPpC5tjazH_cx90jG4z2-VpLpMVfx0sFoZRiuM5vnrqMQSHXIWWDac/s4608/February%202024%20002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWXvnrpSUcg_zv_taPDJYlazSnXKJY3NIocNznKTGZ4syYCXqCPWx-DPURERjLIidzMRO7v9Ul8nWf9ysOkB6LT8T1QG1h6nk30qVKZUXrRky5D2di_5ttlWkgdDuYlyAAkhP5eUNPpC5tjazH_cx90jG4z2-VpLpMVfx0sFoZRiuM5vnrqMQSHXIWWDac/w400-h300/February%202024%20002.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>I am so glad you stopped by to visit. We have been enjoying the unusual February weather. Today it was in the 50's and sunny.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYb7eqbdQTkt6Iwn8SRXysxE_izie3JKk-TNU-jLfsAVzzbKyCVxR-v7uiwxZUImhnxnIRdJbrWYHLXc7vd_wWT_rVUCNFQFgH71r5qZEO5048BGH-Gq0voRfD1kw6Sr1rb2uPonHKiuh58bjC7VWFM8M_btwliPxnDQxq6oIoBwYmHJLpROYyZF78GYmj/s4608/February%202024%20006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYb7eqbdQTkt6Iwn8SRXysxE_izie3JKk-TNU-jLfsAVzzbKyCVxR-v7uiwxZUImhnxnIRdJbrWYHLXc7vd_wWT_rVUCNFQFgH71r5qZEO5048BGH-Gq0voRfD1kw6Sr1rb2uPonHKiuh58bjC7VWFM8M_btwliPxnDQxq6oIoBwYmHJLpROYyZF78GYmj/w400-h300/February%202024%20006.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p>We took a long walk...</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivXp_UhvKoodcYTzafEKn4iHg4M26nsFPA02qFWKh9cSNDmAULPO3gZp51aF-A9o4yYhnFsXvsneabOCah0q8pSQK6uNYOiro5mCSzfrtlQNgRUIwKc0ZPBiV1nx4ukVc2F2hmS95KMCE-eyNloayjV0barjsrs7qBkhlgYl9HBo8ESy-Xp6VgWpAk55tZ/s4608/February%202024%20009.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivXp_UhvKoodcYTzafEKn4iHg4M26nsFPA02qFWKh9cSNDmAULPO3gZp51aF-A9o4yYhnFsXvsneabOCah0q8pSQK6uNYOiro5mCSzfrtlQNgRUIwKc0ZPBiV1nx4ukVc2F2hmS95KMCE-eyNloayjV0barjsrs7qBkhlgYl9HBo8ESy-Xp6VgWpAk55tZ/s320/February%202024%20009.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Counted over 15 squirrel nests around the place...</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyKPFsGNtAMg2cSmJPu1I94kgRoSkz-p7tmKS7TgC5LFTL3KMCWALbdDocG_-ECCVcDlwLlm1uEFmB2jiHqm_zUapQuVdwpBlGsQ2YnsdhmBCUKIyiDOgDADpoRKT1GEB_R3XYR1bNokyUA0LBLwkAAx8hThwZnniqrHGt6awRqOKN7rKrEAp7IebcTYdS/s4608/February%202024%20011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyKPFsGNtAMg2cSmJPu1I94kgRoSkz-p7tmKS7TgC5LFTL3KMCWALbdDocG_-ECCVcDlwLlm1uEFmB2jiHqm_zUapQuVdwpBlGsQ2YnsdhmBCUKIyiDOgDADpoRKT1GEB_R3XYR1bNokyUA0LBLwkAAx8hThwZnniqrHGt6awRqOKN7rKrEAp7IebcTYdS/s320/February%202024%20011.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Visited the old apple tree...</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_nUZCXhxOrIY_7roX02pAE4lg3AQhCbAwWgN4tQ8IBu9wOhpBQoriGts2Mo5pB7nYiLjqk32dNZqLOy_FhJnvN_bip_fFDg6FdIK4dXIPYVvRtDePajfCMKMP2TgfWYPJi5m02jUIbpGFjAiwFVebtatRup6CUrvWumI3y1QP9iag-NmndTWqHGsLTpF7/s4608/February%202024%20003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_nUZCXhxOrIY_7roX02pAE4lg3AQhCbAwWgN4tQ8IBu9wOhpBQoriGts2Mo5pB7nYiLjqk32dNZqLOy_FhJnvN_bip_fFDg6FdIK4dXIPYVvRtDePajfCMKMP2TgfWYPJi5m02jUIbpGFjAiwFVebtatRup6CUrvWumI3y1QP9iag-NmndTWqHGsLTpF7/s320/February%202024%20003.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Spotted Mrs. Tufted Titmouse. She apparently was enjoying the nice weather.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMUCAxDCNw7ziWGffnO7BAEcrHnmCSZ3zD67TanmuW40YmexZcM2-8FKo-ZHWKKLXds9gNJNvzv3qhSkHcsKlSpCdlLkJJwdYjMIkMJL8lAxPPSx6KumWX7Q96hBV8zwVgNOx3Mr5RpY0l258ibJwXchyU3fMr5CgckhN5kRsGe5bekQ2kADJABprm7Acw/s4608/February%202024%20016.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMUCAxDCNw7ziWGffnO7BAEcrHnmCSZ3zD67TanmuW40YmexZcM2-8FKo-ZHWKKLXds9gNJNvzv3qhSkHcsKlSpCdlLkJJwdYjMIkMJL8lAxPPSx6KumWX7Q96hBV8zwVgNOx3Mr5RpY0l258ibJwXchyU3fMr5CgckhN5kRsGe5bekQ2kADJABprm7Acw/w400-h300/February%202024%20016.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>Last but not the least; we had a nice sit on the swing. Truly glad you stopped by to see us. May all of you have a week of gladness!</p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie</p><p><i>"This is the day the Lord has made let us rejoice and be glad in it." Psalm 118:24</i></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /> </p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-89578803545305197282024-01-27T13:50:00.000-08:002024-01-27T13:50:44.660-08:00Simple<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAi9E5H72ibnBkPlOqZIh6CTTgcMjZo8ttuPSY0br9X6qAPq59LGsFUOWSqz56wQ9gQ7sVEC49tnKzStC0k4PreOABP2HV0vQkZ72Dxzdtyg_ia4o9yBjC-wQQNRhDolOeu6MOHjEI_VTZ_13n8J3cmd1ElEqFK8X-6QNqgIJFEntf_EtratOtL7b4hmqD/s4608/Jan%202024%20001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAi9E5H72ibnBkPlOqZIh6CTTgcMjZo8ttuPSY0br9X6qAPq59LGsFUOWSqz56wQ9gQ7sVEC49tnKzStC0k4PreOABP2HV0vQkZ72Dxzdtyg_ia4o9yBjC-wQQNRhDolOeu6MOHjEI_VTZ_13n8J3cmd1ElEqFK8X-6QNqgIJFEntf_EtratOtL7b4hmqD/w400-h300/Jan%202024%20001.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />Sometimes simple can be so good. <p></p><p>This afternoon I made Yummy Pecan Chews. They are put together with the simplest of ingredients. Nothing extraordinary and easily assembled. A hint of cinnamon is what gives them a special touch.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEeMI-wCZM6ZdGM9n-dNjeCg3eNVgyuzgGei_IbJv3jhvD1X3OfbidJM4i55t6PhL6sH21a4PiDfG5EMDGtzZMESYdkcHv7eBc9IusKM8oLSaTxD0QEJtNmC-iXK7Vm0gwb8SNotcMeWD6zm_Aoya0RQYFl9P3lKKF1XkXWEX-gAZyj8wQWJ5cCYqqJgmY/s4608/Jan%202024%20003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEeMI-wCZM6ZdGM9n-dNjeCg3eNVgyuzgGei_IbJv3jhvD1X3OfbidJM4i55t6PhL6sH21a4PiDfG5EMDGtzZMESYdkcHv7eBc9IusKM8oLSaTxD0QEJtNmC-iXK7Vm0gwb8SNotcMeWD6zm_Aoya0RQYFl9P3lKKF1XkXWEX-gAZyj8wQWJ5cCYqqJgmY/s320/Jan%202024%20003.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />I am in the mode of working small and simple in the studio too. Having fun with some new color combos and keeping things uncomplicated. <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEime-sya5rlDZ8EBbKCA6CCon-U0K6XUIxzrJIfMJpGG93n3Ssq84ww7wbSQzjnzKETRBuQG4dXaW5k4DGlbKddOlBeTfgROrhQer9oWhM-D6ppdTNm9ltaGJZyP9_fEhWGgu_Tfpa1oGVRgnGMbVw6IT8sj8TQzH54PoaZSkrip_-ndBwdmd7sgjYYxB8k/s4608/Jan%202024%20004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEime-sya5rlDZ8EBbKCA6CCon-U0K6XUIxzrJIfMJpGG93n3Ssq84ww7wbSQzjnzKETRBuQG4dXaW5k4DGlbKddOlBeTfgROrhQer9oWhM-D6ppdTNm9ltaGJZyP9_fEhWGgu_Tfpa1oGVRgnGMbVw6IT8sj8TQzH54PoaZSkrip_-ndBwdmd7sgjYYxB8k/s320/Jan%202024%20004.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />On the other extreme though, this pile of books from the library does not appear to be the same . Oh well, we all have to go overboard somewhere!<p></p><p>At least this post has been simple.</p><p>Have a lovely end to January. </p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie</p><p><br /></p><p><i>"You who are simple, gain prudence;" Prov. 8:5a (NIV)</i></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-33105405007478439732024-01-18T16:19:00.000-08:002024-01-18T16:19:29.130-08:00Shadow<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgml9o0E3RgS4D_bjZMfTfi-VYz6floIV3cdtV-C_uQSfUfY_3F6TbbMF1WwaQIe7jRE2gMiAdNVWofaE_qBrV9m4jCF3o4uEnMuJbzxGgQBHJmUlJeNEYahxZbIBcbW4Xizp-ApCkGBs-9ZPzQjxDV_qC44jne5TFufs9a5I69KQV89Y8ZaNMIzZNTIGXv/s4608/Jan%202024%20005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgml9o0E3RgS4D_bjZMfTfi-VYz6floIV3cdtV-C_uQSfUfY_3F6TbbMF1WwaQIe7jRE2gMiAdNVWofaE_qBrV9m4jCF3o4uEnMuJbzxGgQBHJmUlJeNEYahxZbIBcbW4Xizp-ApCkGBs-9ZPzQjxDV_qC44jne5TFufs9a5I69KQV89Y8ZaNMIzZNTIGXv/w400-h300/Jan%202024%20005.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> Yes at last I saw my shadow. It has been a long time since it appeared.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWB3G3QLnAnmpzz9JAT0X5sXl6lRsPToZIgzyS2JfcbVXSPHTKViBXZP3_9dnuUvCblQx8kbZXG6uMeAyBlkm5lgTO45DdoPexZS3d0qHgrnN3mLJTCyCWCnqGegoCnJQncMUpZA58yACnYG41nhGkNhj4M20rrDuCSa6Rrm-F2ryijBQ6Xq_AE1rhxY5-/s4608/Jan%202024%20007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWB3G3QLnAnmpzz9JAT0X5sXl6lRsPToZIgzyS2JfcbVXSPHTKViBXZP3_9dnuUvCblQx8kbZXG6uMeAyBlkm5lgTO45DdoPexZS3d0qHgrnN3mLJTCyCWCnqGegoCnJQncMUpZA58yACnYG41nhGkNhj4M20rrDuCSa6Rrm-F2ryijBQ6Xq_AE1rhxY5-/s320/Jan%202024%20007.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Kelsey may have found hers too.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrJOkt4mzU089PcxLPCvEo6XOUlnojCYp8cFzdAAtm1cGMlCMpxvkXWkcckPyD6orNKe3XTvPpdt4_vY3EF2cP-tnRQggXt-JZruefot7i8UyYAPnFWqWH75Ap1GdVUzGYBHSjKWt5wco4poIjvIU6warBA9B2G6c3agqkroLUfmkMnbAP0YGEGjVf16Ku/s4608/Jan%202024%20002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrJOkt4mzU089PcxLPCvEo6XOUlnojCYp8cFzdAAtm1cGMlCMpxvkXWkcckPyD6orNKe3XTvPpdt4_vY3EF2cP-tnRQggXt-JZruefot7i8UyYAPnFWqWH75Ap1GdVUzGYBHSjKWt5wco4poIjvIU6warBA9B2G6c3agqkroLUfmkMnbAP0YGEGjVf16Ku/s320/Jan%202024%20002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>As you can see the sun was finally shining.</p><p>Here in our part of the country, winter days can be very gloomy and overcast.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaUUM_27fheTYdVEU9mmpAtP9ChWt4pXatViqUarEkojEix39moCbmIVSLwsJlwuTjJ34Bb96yBSzoKWXwrp20e3jkOH8htYHIfdUR2J_Ba7ijN5H3Ahf29TN8DCWy3S4u42r5eEBM2N3iE9HSMhm5zJmtkwlk098nstV0SfkfJBfX1Tet4OrxLxvSh8ZH/s4608/Jan%202024%20004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaUUM_27fheTYdVEU9mmpAtP9ChWt4pXatViqUarEkojEix39moCbmIVSLwsJlwuTjJ34Bb96yBSzoKWXwrp20e3jkOH8htYHIfdUR2J_Ba7ijN5H3Ahf29TN8DCWy3S4u42r5eEBM2N3iE9HSMhm5zJmtkwlk098nstV0SfkfJBfX1Tet4OrxLxvSh8ZH/s320/Jan%202024%20004.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>In spite of the cold the sunlight made it feel much warmer.</p><p>I think the neighbor's cows were enjoying it as well.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkULTdQtul9Qo-ls7uBo4zk84-U3n4oc87542p42GXrlRCXZTRYF3hKsNAhfq2Ol3D0RH0wBHT9G86NCeaGvNz-jCit8_yUIFCqQfICgZj24iDVR1U6MgrCFomT8OEs_GAqdd4nKjRkw4RX6XJ9JZEJ_Bva2y3we7dENdHaHUAaom3tJPhzyZ6hg48zw6u/s4608/Jan%202024%20008.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkULTdQtul9Qo-ls7uBo4zk84-U3n4oc87542p42GXrlRCXZTRYF3hKsNAhfq2Ol3D0RH0wBHT9G86NCeaGvNz-jCit8_yUIFCqQfICgZj24iDVR1U6MgrCFomT8OEs_GAqdd4nKjRkw4RX6XJ9JZEJ_Bva2y3we7dENdHaHUAaom3tJPhzyZ6hg48zw6u/s320/Jan%202024%20008.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Heavenly blue sky at this time of the year is such a treat.</p><p>Hope each of you are enjoying some sunshine today.</p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie </p><p><i>"He who dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty." Psalm 91:1 (NIV)</i></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-33773603192961574732024-01-10T14:42:00.000-08:002024-01-10T14:42:39.616-08:00Plans<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0xzcOVs-qeFKUhyphenhyphenzsBzN6KOwX_DYU67u-ImGLHddiboUSmDnNK7y5DokTl71vccJoZ2Zaq5g3t9blKlw7QJuz4sQVc39dyl2sn3iXq6QVvrshPY2MGJeNI1LoEJHrwGVLTpsK2zXe_lMG25FAJGjZ6c0OclKA3arZX9fyrLG8GTH270AJdDlA7R0JXqB6/s4608/Jan%202024%20004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0xzcOVs-qeFKUhyphenhyphenzsBzN6KOwX_DYU67u-ImGLHddiboUSmDnNK7y5DokTl71vccJoZ2Zaq5g3t9blKlw7QJuz4sQVc39dyl2sn3iXq6QVvrshPY2MGJeNI1LoEJHrwGVLTpsK2zXe_lMG25FAJGjZ6c0OclKA3arZX9fyrLG8GTH270AJdDlA7R0JXqB6/w400-h300/Jan%202024%20004.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> Like many of you with the start of a new year I have been making plans. For myself it seems to work best writing down what is a priority for the coming months.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8DPLV9ZBoSOjggDB2dNE4NzYKIIWXAjXpeaVx5qx_2pJe4oUURMcx_Sn9S5LoFLWUcRxkNsZfwYJOtbIkbEa8Vu2Hqt4ne-tT9W9e8oA_xrKf8G33s4znJqwAfSa1Te5z9WhpEdjofa7Ba41ti8AbO3Yegywmd-K7hbgpEtMo38FBalpwUALsmVWVEcIF/s4608/Jan%202024%20007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8DPLV9ZBoSOjggDB2dNE4NzYKIIWXAjXpeaVx5qx_2pJe4oUURMcx_Sn9S5LoFLWUcRxkNsZfwYJOtbIkbEa8Vu2Hqt4ne-tT9W9e8oA_xrKf8G33s4znJqwAfSa1Te5z9WhpEdjofa7Ba41ti8AbO3Yegywmd-K7hbgpEtMo38FBalpwUALsmVWVEcIF/s320/Jan%202024%20007.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />Sketching and painting is close to the top of the list.<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguUn0s7r9ay6nmuyxG_4ZPoLRywBjg1Fsot6rRmb964XxOrAlkbP6ktg2qRCOR_mCJaYywN3atWgnSpfZzKzKyu8GeIT_5HLCwPmzOJDHin_s6vsXERD9pWw7d_z6KjfBp8rmMlBLkFHsbUK-YrSAUKAbLOyOHf6IogAH7JaySdlWGMW4CbW-soCtj0Rgl/s4608/Jan%202024%20005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguUn0s7r9ay6nmuyxG_4ZPoLRywBjg1Fsot6rRmb964XxOrAlkbP6ktg2qRCOR_mCJaYywN3atWgnSpfZzKzKyu8GeIT_5HLCwPmzOJDHin_s6vsXERD9pWw7d_z6KjfBp8rmMlBLkFHsbUK-YrSAUKAbLOyOHf6IogAH7JaySdlWGMW4CbW-soCtj0Rgl/s320/Jan%202024%20005.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />Hoping to get a few paintings finished and ready to frame. Also considering rejoining the art center that is located in our area. At one time belonged and participated with other local artists. Due to family illness and needing to spend time with loved ones it was necessary to step away. Now there is an empty space. Thinking becoming involved again might be nice. (Will keep you posted on that plan). <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjajyt-d47kd80OwGa7q4VAufohckWlkVtWlSvckVBwkqgIF0ao1or2neq_YzD8ptlRllEaT_ShkT9bZWCzLrI89PdI3IV45ZE1almHb2XE3SQ1FPqrXQfTqApONDWtFJl49BHcM0YwSxLfh9gVoikTWz3HpZnyeGTgVv6u5oarHJHHM7Tx194ADg4PBRRP/s4608/Jan%202024%20001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjajyt-d47kd80OwGa7q4VAufohckWlkVtWlSvckVBwkqgIF0ao1or2neq_YzD8ptlRllEaT_ShkT9bZWCzLrI89PdI3IV45ZE1almHb2XE3SQ1FPqrXQfTqApONDWtFJl49BHcM0YwSxLfh9gVoikTWz3HpZnyeGTgVv6u5oarHJHHM7Tx194ADg4PBRRP/s320/Jan%202024%20001.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Of course each year I make a commitment to read at least twenty four new books. By the looks of this stack - am on my way to meeting that goal.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiydLjED5EbawsMdGL0E_cPFRhd8OsCuZO2kbGB-KW4e-6uSK33n5Z-1bPT4SEoOf8eUgXWXcMRswVcfssMB0HHrrFRDYAdKwGFQbWy1gnGuZkRIrrf-WCi65LfvlcckxX4zYs-WXtgTrTqnKYeaFJXj-Eshyo_vhIJU9lhNu60dbWBVKhyphenhyphenefYpJgZBlSwu/s4608/Jan%202024%20003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiydLjED5EbawsMdGL0E_cPFRhd8OsCuZO2kbGB-KW4e-6uSK33n5Z-1bPT4SEoOf8eUgXWXcMRswVcfssMB0HHrrFRDYAdKwGFQbWy1gnGuZkRIrrf-WCi65LfvlcckxX4zYs-WXtgTrTqnKYeaFJXj-Eshyo_vhIJU9lhNu60dbWBVKhyphenhyphenefYpJgZBlSwu/s320/Jan%202024%20003.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Naturally hubby and I are planning together to spend lots of time with Kelsey. She is our faithful companion. In the spring we hope to find her a new playmate. Stay tune for updates. <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieMXHZOTyj5wXdnpbQs0Enhin_nc_cuavhY4zwACL5NwvZkoeaZqVZqkQPKLpdCvPfj4oCC72DSzlbOp2jpQMNba5OW1P_uyCH1fQSGp7denIuWKdj816JOSNH69dQOcTpEgNgoMBUtYKi8IC9y0VIa-8sBTkT7QfgX06FXEVaiolfVyGD2JClbOno9abf/s4608/Jan%202024%20008.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieMXHZOTyj5wXdnpbQs0Enhin_nc_cuavhY4zwACL5NwvZkoeaZqVZqkQPKLpdCvPfj4oCC72DSzlbOp2jpQMNba5OW1P_uyCH1fQSGp7denIuWKdj816JOSNH69dQOcTpEgNgoMBUtYKi8IC9y0VIa-8sBTkT7QfgX06FXEVaiolfVyGD2JClbOno9abf/s320/Jan%202024%20008.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Well there are other plans on the horizon...like traveling, trying a new way to grow a vegetable patch and of course a few home fix ups. At this time though my biggest goal is to finish off these last Christmas cookies. </p><p>Am looking forward to reading all of your plans for 2024.</p><p>Thank you for stopping by to visit.</p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie</p><p><i>"But the noble man makes noble plans, and by noble deeds he stands." Isaiah 32:8 (NIV)</i></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-29486720822618258092024-01-01T15:16:00.000-08:002024-01-01T15:16:07.688-08:00First Day<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivWq-lQ_8Ohaaim7KWb7Wq8caSJtAKYdaEnhB7AdLCVUY646tWrFLEP9SKZ0KrvdN6uL7gy40CiyZvFAwSmqHUJCSVMZVdX91tsp4SZclU8053V4BDAzt_FXkDkYZqiiLn_zHHVR8-7azvI08XS4XtSBJioLdvDgMtWL2x2sq6948wt5VdDe109N9vO_ct/s4608/Jan%202024%20005.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivWq-lQ_8Ohaaim7KWb7Wq8caSJtAKYdaEnhB7AdLCVUY646tWrFLEP9SKZ0KrvdN6uL7gy40CiyZvFAwSmqHUJCSVMZVdX91tsp4SZclU8053V4BDAzt_FXkDkYZqiiLn_zHHVR8-7azvI08XS4XtSBJioLdvDgMtWL2x2sq6948wt5VdDe109N9vO_ct/w400-h300/Jan%202024%20005.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> A fresh skiff of snow marked the first day of the New Year in our neck of the woods. It seemed appropriate that as the calendar turned to 2024 the ground would receive a new covering. A clean coating of white brushed the woods <div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSB48vfDq80nbs2EnbijrFYSM1dmWUwjRfpkEC9pQ3UiuhyphenhyphenBvr7tp7ZvJXtKbpONnNVGtZxcs99R9Fj603UgD7OzhwW8mdeDQ2jRu-nvCaEJdlp_B-_2mY54E0SZ0ApAcaHLAgY-noL1T4cmUgtMg8GorBYSl3tGalmSqaJ79c9XEb3N3_W64c7H2NzDPb/s4608/Jan%202024%20001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSB48vfDq80nbs2EnbijrFYSM1dmWUwjRfpkEC9pQ3UiuhyphenhyphenBvr7tp7ZvJXtKbpONnNVGtZxcs99R9Fj603UgD7OzhwW8mdeDQ2jRu-nvCaEJdlp_B-_2mY54E0SZ0ApAcaHLAgY-noL1T4cmUgtMg8GorBYSl3tGalmSqaJ79c9XEb3N3_W64c7H2NzDPb/s320/Jan%202024%20001.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />and covered some of autumn's remains.<p> </p><p> </p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2XxUfbf6FThyphenhyphen7LAvcN2J_aEqpZ5goPL8lbCak-yC_f2kuH9N_Yu-6QW6u06RE2E1JH1QDBpExDSV5RebDvmuU5wkakt54301yCSqqiKVRNkGyAv0V1s2V2T6oXmwO_azygUSc9vcfWuw-8KHw2Sjc1YoFtIZV4miBkNyfufiI-ZueK-7x-FwQVOxSBz6Y/s4608/Jan%202024%20004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj2XxUfbf6FThyphenhyphen7LAvcN2J_aEqpZ5goPL8lbCak-yC_f2kuH9N_Yu-6QW6u06RE2E1JH1QDBpExDSV5RebDvmuU5wkakt54301yCSqqiKVRNkGyAv0V1s2V2T6oXmwO_azygUSc9vcfWuw-8KHw2Sjc1YoFtIZV4miBkNyfufiI-ZueK-7x-FwQVOxSBz6Y/s320/Jan%202024%20004.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> A winter landscape even on a dark day has a unique beauty.<p></p><p>January is a great month to settle in and enjoy those gentle days that come after the holiday rush.</p><p>It affords some extra time to reflect on what is important...watch the birds...take long walks...read a good book or two. </p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOLYvICeW6OPnozCM8OrsPVBO5wetfOBW5hyphenhyphenZTNAQIGRS6SQutq5HpWYEe3Swgx7KcoBmuQ35F7p9EW-hVohiRMum0csbc22V0nmj0-MSMnz0rn4DXdxQvNJUp4J2lfaX5K4DFYqhebeqRaiNV4agYIXIRPMgoLoc-Hic_EEsUlrGxWbtPPhMOG9Z77RDc/s4608/Jan%202024%20002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOLYvICeW6OPnozCM8OrsPVBO5wetfOBW5hyphenhyphenZTNAQIGRS6SQutq5HpWYEe3Swgx7KcoBmuQ35F7p9EW-hVohiRMum0csbc22V0nmj0-MSMnz0rn4DXdxQvNJUp4J2lfaX5K4DFYqhebeqRaiNV4agYIXIRPMgoLoc-Hic_EEsUlrGxWbtPPhMOG9Z77RDc/s320/Jan%202024%20002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Hoping each of you are finding some quiet moments to meditate on the coming New Year.<p></p><p>Hugs!</p><p>Debbie</p><p><i>..."in quietness and trust is your strength,"... Isaiah 30:15 b (NIV)</i> </p></div>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-45869613201761567552023-12-17T11:44:00.000-08:002023-12-17T11:44:16.657-08:00Time of the Year<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6BpeiUAvWyAiVGrVUS8MvoE_CpM9SBgHlxC1kwq3P9fniZfJkYaDUthPuq_OO1t3XhHDm4zPDm8X0Cb7tw0aqu0zz73mujkkeAADexyFJfN-dzLO463QBRSOnxDa6B2xt1Pz8n-18ER0JGYRto5-nAK72dMuxXOpDC5Pj5f9mCJglUNn7fE5p5B9bkww3/s4608/Dec%202023%20001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6BpeiUAvWyAiVGrVUS8MvoE_CpM9SBgHlxC1kwq3P9fniZfJkYaDUthPuq_OO1t3XhHDm4zPDm8X0Cb7tw0aqu0zz73mujkkeAADexyFJfN-dzLO463QBRSOnxDa6B2xt1Pz8n-18ER0JGYRto5-nAK72dMuxXOpDC5Pj5f9mCJglUNn7fE5p5B9bkww3/w400-h300/Dec%202023%20001.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br />Once again it is that special time of the year. "Will there be snow and mistletoe and presents under the tree?" May not get the snow and I have no mistletoe but there will be a few presents under the tree.<p></p><p>Wishing each of you a wonderful Christmas and Happy New Year! See you in 2024, God willing.</p><p>Until then please be good and stay well.</p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie</p><p><i>"The virgin will be with child and will give birth to a son, and they will call him Immanuel" - which means, "God with us." Matt: 1:23 (NIV)</i></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-58778236617978530582023-12-09T06:12:00.000-08:002023-12-09T06:12:06.284-08:00A Story<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0lyBHEhSSeNjYlRUB7ajw-f9ZvcQTroE2lhMI6SHEfEsc-swAblMMnU1w_WLoWeFMYFALioPRa3q0Z9mDHWEmJULGud9BQSEcIza5zeiYfp84CqkvQlGSt6clP5S8Gv0TK0hStPWruS2EByXVPuphh-OGRApXHal_JNIu0-JcSNL3ftGq986iCeISSN-Y/s4608/Dec%202023%20010.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0lyBHEhSSeNjYlRUB7ajw-f9ZvcQTroE2lhMI6SHEfEsc-swAblMMnU1w_WLoWeFMYFALioPRa3q0Z9mDHWEmJULGud9BQSEcIza5zeiYfp84CqkvQlGSt6clP5S8Gv0TK0hStPWruS2EByXVPuphh-OGRApXHal_JNIu0-JcSNL3ftGq986iCeISSN-Y/w400-h300/Dec%202023%20010.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> I would like to share a story with you. In my previous post I had mentioned the book of " Miracles and the Unexplainable". If you read through this book of 101 wonderful stories you may find yourself reminded of a time when something happened likewise to you. <p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Y6756UvsPFIuNcbTr6-kFxmq4EFjTv6_78u673sPbUzJXQXXZKKFxyE3VJwrbSsjmewyHORhliZqbm6nvF_BlR_sxTOXRFgw_MT5enEsrXTBpajhIH_FOJMYDe4oUCOvDiIngVFKuRY1mgVq0-IES-hnTdCLguLuGzic5nnJerquv7S9UQ-t_ApJjZJs/s4608/Dec%202023%20009.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6Y6756UvsPFIuNcbTr6-kFxmq4EFjTv6_78u673sPbUzJXQXXZKKFxyE3VJwrbSsjmewyHORhliZqbm6nvF_BlR_sxTOXRFgw_MT5enEsrXTBpajhIH_FOJMYDe4oUCOvDiIngVFKuRY1mgVq0-IES-hnTdCLguLuGzic5nnJerquv7S9UQ-t_ApJjZJs/s320/Dec%202023%20009.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Today want to tell you one of mine. In fact it was just recent.</p><p>It begins with November 27th...my 67th birthday.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3xUAMgVDvXYMg1LiBTVpTkjxmD5L9dX3yHTJomhlwZoD3pH55YlXiG8CDBpav58g84-N48l0pgDha9p7YbBxS3qeaRQUK9TyECmOJNopS3uYatcdV50Ephc__7BVj9xs5mcesY8P_jqQlVql4DnUTBjxPlhGTFjOLKNDJudiO10I6ZPR_jxHsA5dFfBxV/s4608/Nov%202023%20002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3xUAMgVDvXYMg1LiBTVpTkjxmD5L9dX3yHTJomhlwZoD3pH55YlXiG8CDBpav58g84-N48l0pgDha9p7YbBxS3qeaRQUK9TyECmOJNopS3uYatcdV50Ephc__7BVj9xs5mcesY8P_jqQlVql4DnUTBjxPlhGTFjOLKNDJudiO10I6ZPR_jxHsA5dFfBxV/s320/Nov%202023%20002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Kelsey and I were out for our usual walk. The day was brisk - a cold front was blowing in. Feeling a bit blue and missing my mom (she always would call me and sing Happy Birthday). This was the third year since I last heard her voice or had received a special package wrapped from her loving hand. Mom always spent as much time finding the perfect wrapping paper and bows as she did shopping for a lovely gift. She had a way of making a present look so beautiful.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq-Q-sDl7ne_Ol-kwp8Rj3IvGeIgkBy5n-OT2c2jZHfeL8lUvA2Gr4uk1rjw-9sOy7lfWrLF62fkyoiUW0pb9ZSA19BuyuTKCGsXO0VJmRYASV5LWPbxJJhqE_C21-rpojwPmPnJiZExXoS6aHr5nQ5cW2eMKCEF-UmQTjMzRvB6A547QPk3-prN3jHQ0u/s4608/Dec%202023%20011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhq-Q-sDl7ne_Ol-kwp8Rj3IvGeIgkBy5n-OT2c2jZHfeL8lUvA2Gr4uk1rjw-9sOy7lfWrLF62fkyoiUW0pb9ZSA19BuyuTKCGsXO0VJmRYASV5LWPbxJJhqE_C21-rpojwPmPnJiZExXoS6aHr5nQ5cW2eMKCEF-UmQTjMzRvB6A547QPk3-prN3jHQ0u/s320/Dec%202023%20011.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />Walking along I asked the Lord if perhaps He would send me a sign from her to let me know all was well. Didn't think about it again and the week moved on.<p></p><p>The following Saturday ran over to the family farm where my brother and sister (in-law) live. Had picked up a Christmas Cactus for my nephew and wanted him to have it. They were seeing him later that evening.</p><p>As we visited my sister said "I found something you will want." She had been going through a bookshelf of my parents' books and had happened on one of my Mom's.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix3vxHcgt6d2hyFN5kfk3R2izsg8JjHV1yWYLCOGtsqhzs4Nvmbm5D7IEZdH9PWj-8NATdJgTZYLpY1srQHIQuC9exgCcTA894Lc5cvupg7zZUc2HNtZgsAG37v0-ZY-WinuESK8h1nLdGxZZ1uVtvwd2tWJyheH5JN2AFBom3Dndqa5JVGeyMDkuJo0Cz/s4608/Dec%202023%20012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix3vxHcgt6d2hyFN5kfk3R2izsg8JjHV1yWYLCOGtsqhzs4Nvmbm5D7IEZdH9PWj-8NATdJgTZYLpY1srQHIQuC9exgCcTA894Lc5cvupg7zZUc2HNtZgsAG37v0-ZY-WinuESK8h1nLdGxZZ1uVtvwd2tWJyheH5JN2AFBom3Dndqa5JVGeyMDkuJo0Cz/s320/Dec%202023%20012.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> It was one of her prayer journals that she had kept. Of course I brought it home and placed it by my bedside table. Later in the evening just before going to sleep - opened it to see what she had wrote.<p></p><p>The date was April 2005...her birthday was April 8th and she was thanking the Lord for all her blessings. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhryjIwmEoJoXaQD77SNofvj_hcntZGdT3bMkEIebZPtBJWZ9MY5GA7VMKXPqqcGd0HiSdKD9rVZDi7eLSSsgK3B27_CMbG0YMwmFUYp2Nk6lRzTqqdFPoFnb9iRq2_AqlITS-lkEkvSYCgDkCzFW7aVC-spAILPbEJGSARW3m9uk6GAf54vALMgLesQCG/s4608/Dec%202023%20013.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhryjIwmEoJoXaQD77SNofvj_hcntZGdT3bMkEIebZPtBJWZ9MY5GA7VMKXPqqcGd0HiSdKD9rVZDi7eLSSsgK3B27_CMbG0YMwmFUYp2Nk6lRzTqqdFPoFnb9iRq2_AqlITS-lkEkvSYCgDkCzFW7aVC-spAILPbEJGSARW3m9uk6GAf54vALMgLesQCG/s320/Dec%202023%20013.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>She had written that it was her 67th birthday. What are the chances that 18 years later on my 67th birthday week I would get to read words my mother penned when she was my age. I certainly took it as a sign that God hears and answers our prayers. Thank you all for allowing me to share my story with you. If you have one, would love to read yours. Each of us has a story and every story matters.<p></p><p>Hugs!</p><p>Debbie</p><p><i>"No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him" 1 Cor. 2:9 b (NIV).</i></p><p> </p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-77229751964200312072023-11-29T14:45:00.000-08:002023-11-29T14:45:24.801-08:00Goodness<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSNSWg4m_46T-AwHRqZTCBFUReh4Zo6TjkzYvylhDUi5Bhf-q0wS1iKuUV_ehh3A0yqqqVKjtgKUbqeYIG_h1nncTE6Txy8aEKQPEuLS__pWl10emaQ7cSki6drYb7lSexj2Apr-hg7zL9Me7GIEZFEbIGr11ligBFPvOWL3mDXN4DlMuOa5iloKuXetil/s4608/Nov%202023%20001.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSNSWg4m_46T-AwHRqZTCBFUReh4Zo6TjkzYvylhDUi5Bhf-q0wS1iKuUV_ehh3A0yqqqVKjtgKUbqeYIG_h1nncTE6Txy8aEKQPEuLS__pWl10emaQ7cSki6drYb7lSexj2Apr-hg7zL9Me7GIEZFEbIGr11ligBFPvOWL3mDXN4DlMuOa5iloKuXetil/w400-h300/Nov%202023%20001.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> With this time of the year and the holidays coming I find myself searching for goodness. It is found in an early morning sky...<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNayKdYuxgKBTqDOEXEnMlpCvqhsp94Wxd7CYVgNZ0_Y_nw9TiPfK-cuw3m-Oxvbx6Xo4U7dTugl-Ub1T7ViiQHGcuZ1YTikA6v67lJWmIRYdSJlo72H2bZjW5_OZQ_YO7_EALqP_OlGYk0iyBuK0ArC8dsCNvm2OKUALBS4i51nVw1pEtux8unVleWmoe/s4608/Nov%202023%20005.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNayKdYuxgKBTqDOEXEnMlpCvqhsp94Wxd7CYVgNZ0_Y_nw9TiPfK-cuw3m-Oxvbx6Xo4U7dTugl-Ub1T7ViiQHGcuZ1YTikA6v67lJWmIRYdSJlo72H2bZjW5_OZQ_YO7_EALqP_OlGYk0iyBuK0ArC8dsCNvm2OKUALBS4i51nVw1pEtux8unVleWmoe/s320/Nov%202023%20005.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>a good book that reminds one of the miracles that can and often do happen...</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH3BLdMn69CXQmFNDAVPtlq_A85BEEsAg9YsRjCguYsZMdcAxI4WY3h3SAVSw0uP3nMRBlg4KFdQM-jYcU2J-dVYucLWbOuZvzqpMBlewPoPFPloH_6ESn3jBB5FoKGiUZmKDgmzUwTCqpP-KOxZSeCyOs9lo9se2hbGiVmR4JHPxwD5Wu7yuy-ZS12UcB/s4608/Nov%202023%20006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiH3BLdMn69CXQmFNDAVPtlq_A85BEEsAg9YsRjCguYsZMdcAxI4WY3h3SAVSw0uP3nMRBlg4KFdQM-jYcU2J-dVYucLWbOuZvzqpMBlewPoPFPloH_6ESn3jBB5FoKGiUZmKDgmzUwTCqpP-KOxZSeCyOs9lo9se2hbGiVmR4JHPxwD5Wu7yuy-ZS12UcB/s320/Nov%202023%20006.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>and a lovely array of birthday cards from dearly loved family and friends. (Yes, I turned another year older this week). </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJCRymooVk8UGNKxVJa_kKTHD_ShCTZiyvJEyNewnwyQsHYwC9vfmXpOlI4vM894CHvTIYmL6GHAS-NbcTmGr6Oh6c5TVT8nCDB2AOayqdwah6Rw8qmeHFD1YkRBalqW0ezqEwHf5C4_PR8-M_7Zu7iYqwPGUx9JeG_snOiE7U2CHcgbVwkm5S7HmoM48X/s4608/Nov%202023%20004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJCRymooVk8UGNKxVJa_kKTHD_ShCTZiyvJEyNewnwyQsHYwC9vfmXpOlI4vM894CHvTIYmL6GHAS-NbcTmGr6Oh6c5TVT8nCDB2AOayqdwah6Rw8qmeHFD1YkRBalqW0ezqEwHf5C4_PR8-M_7Zu7iYqwPGUx9JeG_snOiE7U2CHcgbVwkm5S7HmoM48X/s320/Nov%202023%20004.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Speaking of goodness...Kelsey has certainly developed into a very good companion! <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p>Well friends this post was a bit late but hoping to get back into the old routine after the holidays. </p><p>I am leaving you with a favorite song of mine and hubby's. It is called the Goodness of God by Jenn Johnson. Hope you will enjoy it.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="" class="BLOG_video_class" height="266" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/n0FBb6hnwTo" width="320" youtube-src-id="n0FBb6hnwTo"></iframe></div><br /> Have a wonderful end of November! Hugs Debbie<p></p><p><i>"And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased." Hebrews 13:16 (NIV)</i></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-13428928779594053772023-11-19T12:56:00.000-08:002023-11-19T12:56:46.891-08:00Wow !<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXhVhJIsM-iiNHP0WVKLtPbR9d0imPo3nNG8P4_eXNlb8JjILxhnvZJRdRT7evmXEvxVVtKI2Vk7jRp9_ujGH8LJ5urhPTpwz8vrcz4VLoWNN3fe3GX9ksB16wo77O9FxbZI8yuoS3I3zmtMzhNutl633C8FhBQfl9RhA-hzzoY2DQZc1M6Do7jXjlln4R/s4608/Nov%202023%20005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXhVhJIsM-iiNHP0WVKLtPbR9d0imPo3nNG8P4_eXNlb8JjILxhnvZJRdRT7evmXEvxVVtKI2Vk7jRp9_ujGH8LJ5urhPTpwz8vrcz4VLoWNN3fe3GX9ksB16wo77O9FxbZI8yuoS3I3zmtMzhNutl633C8FhBQfl9RhA-hzzoY2DQZc1M6Do7jXjlln4R/w400-h300/Nov%202023%20005.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> Is it possible friends that the month of November is more than half over. Wow! Next week the U.S. will celebrate Thanksgiving.<p></p><p>We at Harmony Hills have received many blessings this past year and will certainly be giving thanks. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixnC6llQsL8wQqGNTmaCZS9tGkqhYZdiYMkDWErxV6MsYaBj48LGpEzT78Xbhw6pWMCwVKIoHBiurPS7dSCaRkgOy60fR9s1aQ46wjeA4CJ0TEZsvaWpDDMGAj4CzOVLe-sU3jrpw3gdd8SvTIR69SB8irAYFhqQXqhM_yGVgSRPr5FR7tI8swaY9UU3oG/s4608/Nov%202023%20007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixnC6llQsL8wQqGNTmaCZS9tGkqhYZdiYMkDWErxV6MsYaBj48LGpEzT78Xbhw6pWMCwVKIoHBiurPS7dSCaRkgOy60fR9s1aQ46wjeA4CJ0TEZsvaWpDDMGAj4CzOVLe-sU3jrpw3gdd8SvTIR69SB8irAYFhqQXqhM_yGVgSRPr5FR7tI8swaY9UU3oG/s320/Nov%202023%20007.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>This old apple tree gave plenty of apples for sauce. It may look bare now but come next August it will once again be producing fruit.</p><p>As you can see in the above photo the ground yielded hay for the neighbor's cattle. I am sure they will be thankful when the snow flies.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqzb4uGgn4On9wDGnhHv5PR5zzzhfg8Bb2iiC9DAGtLAhm532Y__Sc-L-JOzeO4t3q3WbJuiG0HlBStJkEY13_6lPxZwwFauZ_IAA6zXPmK34o98tntYB2I5oOJLB3VgiGquwGI_R7QRHc-7mqThfPOE-5g7tWYjWS5MxnUKX0JIQ8__3YXxST_RLYH2wW/s4608/Nov%202023%20003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqzb4uGgn4On9wDGnhHv5PR5zzzhfg8Bb2iiC9DAGtLAhm532Y__Sc-L-JOzeO4t3q3WbJuiG0HlBStJkEY13_6lPxZwwFauZ_IAA6zXPmK34o98tntYB2I5oOJLB3VgiGquwGI_R7QRHc-7mqThfPOE-5g7tWYjWS5MxnUKX0JIQ8__3YXxST_RLYH2wW/s320/Nov%202023%20003.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>This burning bush continues to bless us with some lovely red color. So glad it does. <div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6qihMtarFpmSaYMXBjYP8gYepU-gb7sKwYGIuCgx9bya1fZEfXYa-l1bPV6J2HtHzeqOjBLghpReLsBaWbYuzM8J-ih6RHGVbkX-zn9s9Y0DGh0IvCpNwdNZzj8Wfqbb7sek6SbO2UM0SmGZG17-HfDMx08Cyptt-S06BPfj8zqadYHPnMcfgvANL7lRH/s4608/Nov%202023%20004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6qihMtarFpmSaYMXBjYP8gYepU-gb7sKwYGIuCgx9bya1fZEfXYa-l1bPV6J2HtHzeqOjBLghpReLsBaWbYuzM8J-ih6RHGVbkX-zn9s9Y0DGh0IvCpNwdNZzj8Wfqbb7sek6SbO2UM0SmGZG17-HfDMx08Cyptt-S06BPfj8zqadYHPnMcfgvANL7lRH/s320/Nov%202023%20004.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>This past week we have seen lots of sunshine and blue skies. Who cannot be grateful when the sun comes out?<br /><p><br /></p><p>As we begin to move into the holiday season not just here in America but all over the world - praying that each of you are finding blessings that make you say "Wow" and give thanks. </p><p>God Bless!</p><p>Debbie</p><p><i>"Let us come before him with thanksgiving..." Psalm 95:2a (NIV)</i></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p></div>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-27042988965233173842023-11-05T13:51:00.000-08:002023-11-05T13:51:40.729-08:00November Walk<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIsi-1Fe8_Nkjx008jhBnPWLN8aC_n4rXRUxqOEAB49ltufBQKauiLli9LGKstknCNwjzU7_yUVY4OCTBl3h-H7lRs9e0619CK9yn617VParuatKYFhy78cJwdnT3fxap7IYlugXdJ-ivYDtxEu8Q_LYAcr8kyrZHBcrlRhBhI1H40su6jxESLvEXDdHj6/s4608/Nov%202023%20022.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIsi-1Fe8_Nkjx008jhBnPWLN8aC_n4rXRUxqOEAB49ltufBQKauiLli9LGKstknCNwjzU7_yUVY4OCTBl3h-H7lRs9e0619CK9yn617VParuatKYFhy78cJwdnT3fxap7IYlugXdJ-ivYDtxEu8Q_LYAcr8kyrZHBcrlRhBhI1H40su6jxESLvEXDdHj6/w400-h300/Nov%202023%20022.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> Kelsey and I took a lovely November walk this afternoon. It was cool but the sun was shining.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeSBlLstJ-0xWg6IUZF0odvyi1sQHLVSGs3Seb0_Rsm10hcCkZuxiew98Zj3F2B6I_yO65XmgZFkAmLnOMNtDn93WlYkkKyeW1foSpezWQJMIS1aTWnEtZkrJDuN3KLBlZskniQKtLWHiIoxgVyWdsCkUnxkgonNoPh2CI7coJFqeGPzr3u1Kh5XEGbZrz/s4608/Nov%202023%20018.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeSBlLstJ-0xWg6IUZF0odvyi1sQHLVSGs3Seb0_Rsm10hcCkZuxiew98Zj3F2B6I_yO65XmgZFkAmLnOMNtDn93WlYkkKyeW1foSpezWQJMIS1aTWnEtZkrJDuN3KLBlZskniQKtLWHiIoxgVyWdsCkUnxkgonNoPh2CI7coJFqeGPzr3u1Kh5XEGbZrz/s320/Nov%202023%20018.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>As you can see the brilliant colors of October are past and the hills are rather bare without their bright garments.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWWR_4UvbmSib2PxTsmbhNVvozUUxxur61HS8qAl3j6wu8Zcr9HPJBSg0LogV-Ch6_lAWdeBdG51RHaVfWOBnFL4f4z5_uW-ooltH4Llf9E3GlOTve0Ud0PjuOnZnaG8R9XaBKAlYS8uT_RwLhN9hOjsXK3ieFZAEFY32CB3v7JkyYIxgkP25MVu3ryrUS/s4608/Nov%202023%20013.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWWR_4UvbmSib2PxTsmbhNVvozUUxxur61HS8qAl3j6wu8Zcr9HPJBSg0LogV-Ch6_lAWdeBdG51RHaVfWOBnFL4f4z5_uW-ooltH4Llf9E3GlOTve0Ud0PjuOnZnaG8R9XaBKAlYS8uT_RwLhN9hOjsXK3ieFZAEFY32CB3v7JkyYIxgkP25MVu3ryrUS/s320/Nov%202023%20013.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>There are still a few oaks holding onto their leaves. They always seem to be the last to shed their foliage. In fact some will last until next spring.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgToifjv0hRycr7gdWEbUw6gRNhWQnOXp2c221JrpxFeNUd37rZPJcrSB0AxRdfBJasY0E5PoQHCoU0ST0X8kL0U5JxmAYLSvIRDZCPpg8wBfSg9yZIcjwtlEdPc_B5E-k4m__abkecQzj2WT8XDZhklM45-OKkpjpGzejE7MAr7XJ-HD2PdSANtkad0Fdd/s4608/Nov%202023%20020.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgToifjv0hRycr7gdWEbUw6gRNhWQnOXp2c221JrpxFeNUd37rZPJcrSB0AxRdfBJasY0E5PoQHCoU0ST0X8kL0U5JxmAYLSvIRDZCPpg8wBfSg9yZIcjwtlEdPc_B5E-k4m__abkecQzj2WT8XDZhklM45-OKkpjpGzejE7MAr7XJ-HD2PdSANtkad0Fdd/s320/Nov%202023%20020.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>With the time change we will be out much earlier for our walks. Here in Ohio the weather can be quite unpredictable this time of the year. We even had snow on Halloween this past week. Glad it did not last. There is nothing like sunshine and blue skies to make one's spirit feel more alive.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMqgHg5tLZARDljMWVyZrrq-8Um_IFew6wnLuWI55EH4n-LyxtDelkRdYfcL_5dw8RP5pEWeT4oflFopngK0LD8b4noWUTp6RIHfXXwJRUfdfnNwhLauh_yAMVOEQLCCKEwfOw5-kBf8htsVjlf0Yt8ulOYUkEQ6X2boCxa2Sc52xMnvizNK1U2UT0R2-r/s4608/Oct%202023%20009.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMqgHg5tLZARDljMWVyZrrq-8Um_IFew6wnLuWI55EH4n-LyxtDelkRdYfcL_5dw8RP5pEWeT4oflFopngK0LD8b4noWUTp6RIHfXXwJRUfdfnNwhLauh_yAMVOEQLCCKEwfOw5-kBf8htsVjlf0Yt8ulOYUkEQ6X2boCxa2Sc52xMnvizNK1U2UT0R2-r/s320/Oct%202023%20009.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Thank you all for stopping by and for your thoughts, sweet words and prayers from my previous post.<p></p><p>This photo was the last one of our Schindler. We still miss him so much. </p><p>Take care and have a blessed week.</p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie</p><p><br /></p><p><i>"...let us walk in the light of the Lord." Isaiah 2:5(b) (NIV)</i> </p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-52525146429309442812023-10-17T08:56:00.000-07:002023-10-17T08:56:28.575-07:00Sleep Well,<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNn0Cd5m5DAqjxZ3dUxHznm_axJgOOfxbWexUdR0tl9595muHYgtnXMVhk4JM2X_fQ-R2Z74ZPqnAPOnWwvgFG_qD19aMsf1_Xx8XhxsA0ItNK5KbtqdGjtMkEoMZXA9sF4uXjBI09H2uHmV47KEe-s7FpuXbIT4Oq0_59JLTZLUhxq4rW0q6ONCXITIF0/s2048/jan.2017%20024.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNn0Cd5m5DAqjxZ3dUxHznm_axJgOOfxbWexUdR0tl9595muHYgtnXMVhk4JM2X_fQ-R2Z74ZPqnAPOnWwvgFG_qD19aMsf1_Xx8XhxsA0ItNK5KbtqdGjtMkEoMZXA9sF4uXjBI09H2uHmV47KEe-s7FpuXbIT4Oq0_59JLTZLUhxq4rW0q6ONCXITIF0/w400-h300/jan.2017%20024.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>sweet Schindler. We miss you so much. You will live on in our hearts. Good night dear boy!</p><p><br /></p><p>P.S. Friends am taking a small blogging break. Will be back in a couple of weeks. </p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie</p><p><i>"Where O death, is your victory? Where O death is your sting?" 1 Corinthians 15:55</i> </p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-83557348920369148652023-10-10T06:08:00.000-07:002023-10-10T06:08:06.223-07:00Morning's Light<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY6ZpEyqUXkx6js1FaXw55_GT-hC8tGgZGrWpvHg-39xeXL8_f72TaHUh8nb24Us4MD60_kioyAyCE3ig-orFb13wv9ZEHTn0N1DJVGfczlS5ZaPAiBBRYraLbLZCMtWPX0GWmZ6wEUuRywskco7VdMyf0SDzVNWd2ao9_crcD8DX12iVmmaNUabaWAX9a/s4608/Oct%202023%20002.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY6ZpEyqUXkx6js1FaXw55_GT-hC8tGgZGrWpvHg-39xeXL8_f72TaHUh8nb24Us4MD60_kioyAyCE3ig-orFb13wv9ZEHTn0N1DJVGfczlS5ZaPAiBBRYraLbLZCMtWPX0GWmZ6wEUuRywskco7VdMyf0SDzVNWd2ao9_crcD8DX12iVmmaNUabaWAX9a/w400-h300/Oct%202023%20002.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> A morning's light in autumn is a lovely sight.<p></p><p>With the days becoming shorter it arrives later.</p><p>Perhaps that makes the dawn appear more fine.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj33evCyGmqpdiCKeknoWtdlCFQj7r2HbnNgdGMgOmOUlCbVQD7vBkDdKoE0v4R6MYja0NxZAngpdlTk58SI57rZb7_3c3RLvTpLjEJI-HWVNmGSVI3C3Ev0hrL2mAjiqOLe-Y9qjKyXF8t3uzECJMY_Sp3fqIRWst59bzo-5GqUmXvbylFa2ZDQc1TaH0v/s4608/Oct%202023%20017.JPG" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj33evCyGmqpdiCKeknoWtdlCFQj7r2HbnNgdGMgOmOUlCbVQD7vBkDdKoE0v4R6MYja0NxZAngpdlTk58SI57rZb7_3c3RLvTpLjEJI-HWVNmGSVI3C3Ev0hrL2mAjiqOLe-Y9qjKyXF8t3uzECJMY_Sp3fqIRWst59bzo-5GqUmXvbylFa2ZDQc1TaH0v/s320/Oct%202023%20017.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />Even the fields take on a special look with shadows that extend along the tree line. <p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-ZzuZi2ne4-g1PmX9buBO8oG9KsAVXfx-3Rcwt156iEkb1Zs8j-PuQ63bkkbCwcDpCMfBSgREQ8iEJmUlztGe-sSdp9PH77fCsl0rueOGVYQYePMq1_ChdTKQm6EABYZ9zbcvkfpO7kMiBuvC59ibLZbrTyBzn6Mxsl-C0lneXRQiLGnrh5tDgFugSHQW/s4608/Oct%202023%20005.JPG" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-ZzuZi2ne4-g1PmX9buBO8oG9KsAVXfx-3Rcwt156iEkb1Zs8j-PuQ63bkkbCwcDpCMfBSgREQ8iEJmUlztGe-sSdp9PH77fCsl0rueOGVYQYePMq1_ChdTKQm6EABYZ9zbcvkfpO7kMiBuvC59ibLZbrTyBzn6Mxsl-C0lneXRQiLGnrh5tDgFugSHQW/s320/Oct%202023%20005.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Autumn's shades of color look more brilliant in the early morn.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9Rz5HndZq6gVzeEszcs_5vKt4IJYmVGRtzw5uWqdTF2pqPa-jy8c5yJngaM3mBmhDaHESeXyYjhPsD1oXnPqTAQfXSRegX2f91rLUxUJwXNAnA6hJUaqaM6hh48tWYXRWok63fgtcouQTJvQGY4j81Yu24WDDJrgy0NYzWIhWN05uv6GU_0XS-XxcElMc/s4608/Oct%202023%20001.JPG" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9Rz5HndZq6gVzeEszcs_5vKt4IJYmVGRtzw5uWqdTF2pqPa-jy8c5yJngaM3mBmhDaHESeXyYjhPsD1oXnPqTAQfXSRegX2f91rLUxUJwXNAnA6hJUaqaM6hh48tWYXRWok63fgtcouQTJvQGY4j81Yu24WDDJrgy0NYzWIhWN05uv6GU_0XS-XxcElMc/s320/Oct%202023%20001.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>There is an old hymn "When the Roll is Called Up Yonder" that contains the words "the morning breaks eternal, bright and fair -". James Milton Black wrote the lyrics in 1893. Just maybe he was enjoying an autumn's morning light as well.</p><p>Hope you are too!</p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie</p><p> <i>"he is like the light of morning at sunrise on a cloudless morning... 2 Samuel 23:4 (NIV)</i> </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-9394579561080508892023-10-02T17:19:00.000-07:002023-10-02T17:19:28.552-07:00Colors<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi59pOf4RY3oZq4WQxdm78Uzpc8t9yNUH7J-N4oNV5NqZNNuKxcDcjx199CYBH9VUpUDMnp8dM_vcJJmmGmx4RCPQMQvKQcPf6XFOCG5fKxQGxvJ2YbiIuA85YItijsvfasc2pw-pGNL4RptcBFbu-HfFsiGClmg7XED2_A20QLI_NREuJComaY42owmeU5/s4608/Oct%202023%20007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi59pOf4RY3oZq4WQxdm78Uzpc8t9yNUH7J-N4oNV5NqZNNuKxcDcjx199CYBH9VUpUDMnp8dM_vcJJmmGmx4RCPQMQvKQcPf6XFOCG5fKxQGxvJ2YbiIuA85YItijsvfasc2pw-pGNL4RptcBFbu-HfFsiGClmg7XED2_A20QLI_NREuJComaY42owmeU5/w400-h300/Oct%202023%20007.JPG" width="400" /></a></div>Of all the months, October displays the most brilliant colors. In my humble opinion it is the best time of the year. Beauty is found everywhere. Knowing it is brief even makes it more special.<p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCeXUVHVIv6xlC0wcwTVHPFWsrxhYTbQGp7t37_MXFbJB1InPTvY_WJQVB52Rro2SOeHoPqB8Hi3XNlG0J5xqn8K2k8tscxHL49p1g_KNlWxL7_tHF6HZmD9Tl1Rwe3nCfNrmqlDcvKpaXRF5jxeBDRM7qLpBdX-vqsQ-CGpxnX2P7F3uoiqHAmdzgVTHf/s4608/Oct%202023%20008.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCeXUVHVIv6xlC0wcwTVHPFWsrxhYTbQGp7t37_MXFbJB1InPTvY_WJQVB52Rro2SOeHoPqB8Hi3XNlG0J5xqn8K2k8tscxHL49p1g_KNlWxL7_tHF6HZmD9Tl1Rwe3nCfNrmqlDcvKpaXRF5jxeBDRM7qLpBdX-vqsQ-CGpxnX2P7F3uoiqHAmdzgVTHf/s320/Oct%202023%20008.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">It makes me want to stop, savor and give thanks for these days. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_2fvU533WyoH9sJKa34aXo9RsOzcXr4iRepfF1pAr7PUrw2sXo2OhmeLEkt3MOXJl9KXeCoxgfaoNMZn9ogcxZDpMZT8SHqNqL4CnKFYRB7FE2GwdBNY8OIz9ixOn9DvlNItSeY_pnYi2MbnxCcMb_36nYtaHBog9psBDJ3KrBlTnOmzLspybcKQaZfS2/s4608/Oct%202023%20001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_2fvU533WyoH9sJKa34aXo9RsOzcXr4iRepfF1pAr7PUrw2sXo2OhmeLEkt3MOXJl9KXeCoxgfaoNMZn9ogcxZDpMZT8SHqNqL4CnKFYRB7FE2GwdBNY8OIz9ixOn9DvlNItSeY_pnYi2MbnxCcMb_36nYtaHBog9psBDJ3KrBlTnOmzLspybcKQaZfS2/s320/Oct%202023%20001.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhU4_ZDbF3JL0-TeLD2-iCMHZ5c6EkUs2_gzcxlqoGhOx-5SHOGxHJSGS-kvzPaOYt34dDtHF3XXj65yIfNMabH59XH_kvPdDh-uC6MWEmNOziV3kwrY7Afcgr1qrREoBTHFAuI-rptKaKaE9y2DPhm6MK3POhHG-W6dtp0otVVzOLnUDn7rPljo6Cl9ba0/s4608/Oct%202023%20006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><br /><br /></a></div>The hillsides are donning their colorful garments as they prepare for the crescendo of the grand finale. By how quickly the leaves are changing am thinking the peak will be here sooner than later this year. Perhaps because we have been so dry these past few months it is adding to the quickening of the color changes. We have not had a killing frost. Today we were in the 80's with a few pesky mosquitoes still around. So in spite of the warm weather fall colors are here.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCeJvD8ITU205ABx0kgjurfOq9bbL60CGqADGPzB3w2OTdlqsy7zzrZ0YZFw981eZfLbhmTrWxC_TD0hemJyJAFbZLE96rdITbHqvnqh9oTviZBxSCOiKhfG6j0TWK0LZuFe5JZQenKrhv3phioLbUlid0EuZaYtypYm3qb6u_kReyF4lVRDe-CYBOksm_/s4608/Oct%202023%20010.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCeJvD8ITU205ABx0kgjurfOq9bbL60CGqADGPzB3w2OTdlqsy7zzrZ0YZFw981eZfLbhmTrWxC_TD0hemJyJAFbZLE96rdITbHqvnqh9oTviZBxSCOiKhfG6j0TWK0LZuFe5JZQenKrhv3phioLbUlid0EuZaYtypYm3qb6u_kReyF4lVRDe-CYBOksm_/s320/Oct%202023%20010.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Well friends hoping your October is off to a great start.</p><p>Thank you for stopping by to say hi!</p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie</p><p><br /></p><p><i>"Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise, his greatness no one can fathom." Psalm 145:3 (NIV)</i></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com12tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-59184705756288848202023-09-25T16:07:00.000-07:002023-09-25T16:07:47.072-07:00End may be Better<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzIaY1UQIpU0YQZsdA7cOz2N5fqMLdMJojxIO1-BxTfQ-EcnPzdk7mFsNS1EvHI_0YHTLuIfN8lAH_GSe8SeoXHsDrxDZs_zCvgWOn4Lc_kKrQvn7FC-4hW6dlHN7XLTXvjgElt3rBvj954_y24NqRTmrdTWJ6q1rKkUwws3Sx80gaA9jfb95DHko99FHA/s4608/September%202023%20009.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzIaY1UQIpU0YQZsdA7cOz2N5fqMLdMJojxIO1-BxTfQ-EcnPzdk7mFsNS1EvHI_0YHTLuIfN8lAH_GSe8SeoXHsDrxDZs_zCvgWOn4Lc_kKrQvn7FC-4hW6dlHN7XLTXvjgElt3rBvj954_y24NqRTmrdTWJ6q1rKkUwws3Sx80gaA9jfb95DHko99FHA/w400-h300/September%202023%20009.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> At Harmony Hills the end of September is proving to be better than the beginning. The first week of the month we were in the 90's and quite humid. As we come to the final days the temperatures are much cooler and more pleasant.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6gTKrr743E-H0GPXRXxVfw5sPoV3cPZQ2ZrX-6bFxg2oFtCQiua3Lkq7kCSKfnR2-Vhk3YJAZWd99TVmebrqE-quNMuPUvOuOM55nU9pTqaQMX3ezTg1ukDaPjV7Sq9EaLrIqF9H8gVCzuixmxuuhiJc6uYU8ag5Bo0_larYnTKbqcQGlauRVSUra_2S8/s4608/September%202023%20002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6gTKrr743E-H0GPXRXxVfw5sPoV3cPZQ2ZrX-6bFxg2oFtCQiua3Lkq7kCSKfnR2-Vhk3YJAZWd99TVmebrqE-quNMuPUvOuOM55nU9pTqaQMX3ezTg1ukDaPjV7Sq9EaLrIqF9H8gVCzuixmxuuhiJc6uYU8ag5Bo0_larYnTKbqcQGlauRVSUra_2S8/s320/September%202023%20002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Already the hills are displaying the changing colors.<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh3JKMLhYACpk77EzStwqV5qUSZdaNo6VG4W9iI-ycBqex3ay7QsSQi4nX8iocK0N-VQLcUNuwxPafeyij0BYqQ_3FrxsPO5vzxrjIg0u-0C73CJN2pAgVuGKE6JV3hMLIp1eZdibde1GIuhIIztig6pGEj0VmRZLm1851mEWwqpGiDeHmycbQh0U-qJl8/s4608/September%202023%20006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh3JKMLhYACpk77EzStwqV5qUSZdaNo6VG4W9iI-ycBqex3ay7QsSQi4nX8iocK0N-VQLcUNuwxPafeyij0BYqQ_3FrxsPO5vzxrjIg0u-0C73CJN2pAgVuGKE6JV3hMLIp1eZdibde1GIuhIIztig6pGEj0VmRZLm1851mEWwqpGiDeHmycbQh0U-qJl8/s320/September%202023%20006.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>In spots there is brilliant crimson foliage giving us a promise of more beauty to come.<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihkJJL7D4Bp79UjHTy2khIaqFRCqwpO0KuBk7W9mMVu1pxLsWRW1bVuX2fe9WCkkqdtWOayqZe7mX2_PMrCGcSw8DjHMjt_BJfnRKwIpjqrwkPCORR6Nx68HHn2jXFwcTmin1t1SBxBHUfCuckuEgNLLVahs1ZZeaiaAUhcn5__GoQ22wOqBWJuBa-A39F/s4608/September%202023%20008.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihkJJL7D4Bp79UjHTy2khIaqFRCqwpO0KuBk7W9mMVu1pxLsWRW1bVuX2fe9WCkkqdtWOayqZe7mX2_PMrCGcSw8DjHMjt_BJfnRKwIpjqrwkPCORR6Nx68HHn2jXFwcTmin1t1SBxBHUfCuckuEgNLLVahs1ZZeaiaAUhcn5__GoQ22wOqBWJuBa-A39F/s320/September%202023%20008.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Chokecherry is growing wild making the fence row lovely.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuLmR8GAxNwd7ur6_sgoMCA9BozMpo3iqRf1nvlVGBUOiNtGNArknJxLDtAAM5PpLfNCguGINGuwKgrni4oSEYMm5e43XxGIlQiBIV552FIqfXjCb45TJNFDaq7AZ8dxuX1RzM-MXIWhtDMGNJjBO9wJw9lJYcRJirwkbEfO2DViOR-MsoFUU0vXBhkFhp/s4608/September%202023%20007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuLmR8GAxNwd7ur6_sgoMCA9BozMpo3iqRf1nvlVGBUOiNtGNArknJxLDtAAM5PpLfNCguGINGuwKgrni4oSEYMm5e43XxGIlQiBIV552FIqfXjCb45TJNFDaq7AZ8dxuX1RzM-MXIWhtDMGNJjBO9wJw9lJYcRJirwkbEfO2DViOR-MsoFUU0vXBhkFhp/s320/September%202023%20007.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>Not to be outdone the leaves of the blackberry bush have turned a lovely peach color. They grow near by.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDGdu-0ZqKYQqR3enckuN38o9YslI1YUJi7dgwtgX2PA1Ogf0UOR6kgDx4cVWS-M44b_Cd-y9Jl1b5Vmq9Lvla85csixsIkZyKKco2XD8LPIDlNt1pYjXBvoNyae9Sq36IOx_BGNX8k08tJBKAELmSy9IfgZU3YYYp_IFB0_MoTuZTZMdQJqSCiQKKB5Kn/s4608/September%202023%20003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDGdu-0ZqKYQqR3enckuN38o9YslI1YUJi7dgwtgX2PA1Ogf0UOR6kgDx4cVWS-M44b_Cd-y9Jl1b5Vmq9Lvla85csixsIkZyKKco2XD8LPIDlNt1pYjXBvoNyae9Sq36IOx_BGNX8k08tJBKAELmSy9IfgZU3YYYp_IFB0_MoTuZTZMdQJqSCiQKKB5Kn/s320/September%202023%20003.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>Yes I believe the end of September is better than when it began.</div><div><br /></div><div>Hope your end of the month is great.</div><div><br /></div><div>Have a lovely week.</div><div><br /></div><div>Hugs</div><div><br /></div><div>Debbie</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><i>"The end of a matter is better than its beginning..." Eccl. 7:8</i></div>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-41657500650254861922023-09-18T15:53:00.000-07:002023-09-18T15:53:16.659-07:00Not Official<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguHzzlCfhGQnZqmahp9rX8syedi8qgLKAa3iNv07yPnU-s1pjDXvoeQMzMEHJhGCtLzFH1Hr2RncL3s0WTGVe_9Q2WSIIVwhS37pyDJCXZW04QHOBlmYNr8PBnoQMuRKey0xqcsELz8455Ez4VOufccrzfv5psPQTDAjNWPN611RBDm9iXCwz_ZNMT08yo/s4608/September%202023%20010.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguHzzlCfhGQnZqmahp9rX8syedi8qgLKAa3iNv07yPnU-s1pjDXvoeQMzMEHJhGCtLzFH1Hr2RncL3s0WTGVe_9Q2WSIIVwhS37pyDJCXZW04QHOBlmYNr8PBnoQMuRKey0xqcsELz8455Ez4VOufccrzfv5psPQTDAjNWPN611RBDm9iXCwz_ZNMT08yo/w400-h300/September%202023%20010.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> It may not be official until Sept.23rd but autumn is showing us it is here. Already the mornings and evenings have a chill.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZvFeu4chHDh1Zkw0Qyng8h05jqxJtR0KBmJMMjux0gy_Z9GFvXTCB89NCnxQ9Hfp3dVIAO-w1dwASvE5bZ5H25I8M-XJSf56CtpysbketQ8YH6sAoGqogMPTEYj4wQBKn2qvvr0mX_x9tTyDbMWsAN2DM4bqxDhCzdEqMrmvuHbD3_8XAbI3yMrMCMKrT/s4608/September%202023%20012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZvFeu4chHDh1Zkw0Qyng8h05jqxJtR0KBmJMMjux0gy_Z9GFvXTCB89NCnxQ9Hfp3dVIAO-w1dwASvE5bZ5H25I8M-XJSf56CtpysbketQ8YH6sAoGqogMPTEYj4wQBKn2qvvr0mX_x9tTyDbMWsAN2DM4bqxDhCzdEqMrmvuHbD3_8XAbI3yMrMCMKrT/s320/September%202023%20012.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Acorns and leaves crunch underfoot...</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiHxYRbhHFgje0wPcCNCah7zrqpx5vhNOm5jnvYVWJgfjStdJ2-O-dTyBTzh79l_JcMF0sv3fgVx9BnUAcH1ubJCo_4v9YTlaA1X_ik_paaTrS7s5P_jseRdLF0CNVhZEKG4e_qMLlGJbXNJqcSmBesb7TfDpWhTSxI0YbKxbvP00DL44fU4T0bkPUI3q1/s4608/September%202023%20004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiHxYRbhHFgje0wPcCNCah7zrqpx5vhNOm5jnvYVWJgfjStdJ2-O-dTyBTzh79l_JcMF0sv3fgVx9BnUAcH1ubJCo_4v9YTlaA1X_ik_paaTrS7s5P_jseRdLF0CNVhZEKG4e_qMLlGJbXNJqcSmBesb7TfDpWhTSxI0YbKxbvP00DL44fU4T0bkPUI3q1/s320/September%202023%20004.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>summer's flowers are waning...</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1MVi2ef3WdGKxg8GsKcNnmE7GOaBwM5NbYe16KyfCO8K7Kuj6092OmbH4cPG7odeaiZhWb3ZpXqVjN9YoJ5Dl6cU3dPTUzK7eJmhYeSpH-5MRIq9nMQC8hgviy-XQGGlK7QRg9p_id_KeSRx8A5wdnJcqHTUibjwFbCSti2PgEkhbfTidKAuBumObacce/s4608/September%202023%20006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1MVi2ef3WdGKxg8GsKcNnmE7GOaBwM5NbYe16KyfCO8K7Kuj6092OmbH4cPG7odeaiZhWb3ZpXqVjN9YoJ5Dl6cU3dPTUzK7eJmhYeSpH-5MRIq9nMQC8hgviy-XQGGlK7QRg9p_id_KeSRx8A5wdnJcqHTUibjwFbCSti2PgEkhbfTidKAuBumObacce/s320/September%202023%20006.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>giving way to fall's chrysanthemums.</p><p>Time doesn't stand still and neither do the seasons.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYh_-Bsb8edmEqnIlLcOxP5jaYZnZI0NRLfU4CWvjxNMMkFHYurzpKPL0ThgX0EHFGjRgue54dDORuN9X5XOco6F78ELZjyOIZax0S_6N1SL6G7HdzDBOING6iKoh-NrE0GCWSq0ttiOeRHJHyT1EFoOY42SD9wP9mgsRXu-c6awPwbjMW-rwXvUXdVkat/s4608/September%202023%20011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYh_-Bsb8edmEqnIlLcOxP5jaYZnZI0NRLfU4CWvjxNMMkFHYurzpKPL0ThgX0EHFGjRgue54dDORuN9X5XOco6F78ELZjyOIZax0S_6N1SL6G7HdzDBOING6iKoh-NrE0GCWSq0ttiOeRHJHyT1EFoOY42SD9wP9mgsRXu-c6awPwbjMW-rwXvUXdVkat/s320/September%202023%20011.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Time to say goodnight summer. You will be missed. Thank you for leaving us with memories to carry us through until you return next year!</p><p>Hope everyone has a lovely week. </p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie</p><p><i>"There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens." Ecc:3:1 (NIV)</i></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com16tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-64856369949148306862023-09-11T17:42:00.000-07:002023-09-11T17:42:43.751-07:00Savoring & Reflecting<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCRW5_etXiTuQOE-aVZmDn4EGizz9gsqZYI4-AdSiCYnVGNfmgx-wAbZz48dd6iQao2lDLh8uGoKf30kt6Aso7PJRtR3-3kwHGfeUJNip2IyZEv_eFst2rLKF9i6hIJARoK2v4TMYip-obkh_KC_sc03GfhGkpD3QwCQ1_ASSX6FgbBMpH2FqWtuSkTjim/s4608/006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCRW5_etXiTuQOE-aVZmDn4EGizz9gsqZYI4-AdSiCYnVGNfmgx-wAbZz48dd6iQao2lDLh8uGoKf30kt6Aso7PJRtR3-3kwHGfeUJNip2IyZEv_eFst2rLKF9i6hIJARoK2v4TMYip-obkh_KC_sc03GfhGkpD3QwCQ1_ASSX6FgbBMpH2FqWtuSkTjim/w400-h300/006.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> I am savoring the last few days of summer as well as reflecting on the past few months. It seems like we were just turning the calendar to June and now it is September.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIVG-EJoInhNk2mU-iRoel04s_UBqISSJojN1Kj85iIzMjE1KUmxSGLNe9XIY5Pq4i9W4VWKlPtRS9ldGJZz47SAWFJB6PZ3kyXC7dd98Z5Q4zh0pWtR7ep62gEaLrrSgxgWS6OiNQSuaBHpLW3ziK1ploaxG9Z6pA3niMIyJ9wI6oHYRe2tpLLhbMzNFu/s4608/September%202023%20002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIVG-EJoInhNk2mU-iRoel04s_UBqISSJojN1Kj85iIzMjE1KUmxSGLNe9XIY5Pq4i9W4VWKlPtRS9ldGJZz47SAWFJB6PZ3kyXC7dd98Z5Q4zh0pWtR7ep62gEaLrrSgxgWS6OiNQSuaBHpLW3ziK1ploaxG9Z6pA3niMIyJ9wI6oHYRe2tpLLhbMzNFu/s320/September%202023%20002.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>The hummers are still here but soon they will fly away to their winter home.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5w8u8KRrVFX2WCJeJowuodA0z2lQlHUMBKwPd-QzYik9BhjlNafYU8IyaI1SIhj9hoQlW1Gz3FAP12n5aNY39-jI0NXI_pf0JEbGZ9q08HO78jXZIB4j4B6a4sj8JI3hawtqwWhaTwEg6oTSb6ivb9PLj9-cOCZd4gD-lnaWN1XxhqNnSyGKISLQ2u7Yy/s4608/September%202023%20005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5w8u8KRrVFX2WCJeJowuodA0z2lQlHUMBKwPd-QzYik9BhjlNafYU8IyaI1SIhj9hoQlW1Gz3FAP12n5aNY39-jI0NXI_pf0JEbGZ9q08HO78jXZIB4j4B6a4sj8JI3hawtqwWhaTwEg6oTSb6ivb9PLj9-cOCZd4gD-lnaWN1XxhqNnSyGKISLQ2u7Yy/s320/September%202023%20005.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><p>Enjoying the wonderful crop of tomatoes that continue to ripen. Putting some away for the coming months. It is wonderful to open a jar and be reminded of sun-kissed days when cold blustery ones visit.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi65IDOHFhZfMhjXap5A3aA54utnG3s_KBIZ8agir-8GKMY_JuI5p7q0B5sOp_6rWvcYmqaZ4tP3A1mkgeNCuv4viJtzYDNTpa3XiZ76QCaXDAyV2Vf_bEeaIdHpQhNiDF9hbyQOs46xuLKW90RC8z1VVcnTxi0Ym63EM70GXbvfXioqIEIdz1xNXPEVR6V/s4608/September%202023%20003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi65IDOHFhZfMhjXap5A3aA54utnG3s_KBIZ8agir-8GKMY_JuI5p7q0B5sOp_6rWvcYmqaZ4tP3A1mkgeNCuv4viJtzYDNTpa3XiZ76QCaXDAyV2Vf_bEeaIdHpQhNiDF9hbyQOs46xuLKW90RC8z1VVcnTxi0Ym63EM70GXbvfXioqIEIdz1xNXPEVR6V/s320/September%202023%20003.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> As the days grow shorter will be spending more evenings reading. It is wonderful to cozy up with something hot to drink and have a good book nearby.<p></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg0y0azZgrYvifOnmb2m5YMqO83ytaFWz3LoF9AMnlfxOCBYZZQQ7XzY8DOHbCffHBzsCnD6nzQ4J-nHwGottDZTikmdw2_-sQrWfEh2AtZrpjeF_Hrs8FfqmnqfpGY6GY8MfNXpfKPB8ObGHrax4x4gAqH9BJBoLIE5ymW0PkmzgJaGLNBfOhlHNKv3dn/s4608/September%202023%20007.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjg0y0azZgrYvifOnmb2m5YMqO83ytaFWz3LoF9AMnlfxOCBYZZQQ7XzY8DOHbCffHBzsCnD6nzQ4J-nHwGottDZTikmdw2_-sQrWfEh2AtZrpjeF_Hrs8FfqmnqfpGY6GY8MfNXpfKPB8ObGHrax4x4gAqH9BJBoLIE5ymW0PkmzgJaGLNBfOhlHNKv3dn/s320/September%202023%20007.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>May each of you find some time to savor and reflect the passing of this season.</p><p><br /></p><p>Also hope you will join me in looking up and reflecting on all those who lost their lives or loved ones 22 years ago. </p><p>God Bless</p><p>Debbie</p><p><i>"May my meditation be pleasing to him, as I rejoice in the Lord." Psalm 104:34 (NIV)</i></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-43608156921580206392023-09-04T16:04:00.000-07:002023-09-04T16:04:31.692-07:00Blue Moon<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMsFGt5XWlQ06rzbF-OQWziLCjBQfBD7-rGe4h0rV4LIXjg2WZ6_xvAu3-88IFmkaaJd8JHnrW9vz9KSxF3s0mnYhfj8uD7XeoZBnoPTMuIoxEFlOg3T0odxo2usrn5xtuZdqDHs4At2jTBY5x42L1lTY5BXEC_5lgp1AU_2oU8VV_RcsWDC2LevbiqPS9/s4608/001.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMsFGt5XWlQ06rzbF-OQWziLCjBQfBD7-rGe4h0rV4LIXjg2WZ6_xvAu3-88IFmkaaJd8JHnrW9vz9KSxF3s0mnYhfj8uD7XeoZBnoPTMuIoxEFlOg3T0odxo2usrn5xtuZdqDHs4At2jTBY5x42L1lTY5BXEC_5lgp1AU_2oU8VV_RcsWDC2LevbiqPS9/s320/001.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Last week I was able to capture the Super Blue Moon on film.<p></p><p>The photo does not do it justice. Such a beautiful sight.</p><p>A Blue moon generally comes about every two to three years. The last one we seen was August 22, 2021. However it is a very rare thing to experience a Super Blue Moon. </p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixnaDvsBlan7acBJH3Vm3unwyDh39LAm_kOg32k1rF6hptzVeg1fcY5Lynr4eLz-znIZUpa1_FshMg6Tk6A6TcC7XWzmn579Rf-GY7xeCWzmxYRDzcfPLzVhy6pXBEDYRb4PmgqakSQH_9iRiifFHRXj-s2Opx_Mg0Exv1sJ_SG_hDUKp9DvC4L--Kvjx9/s4608/003.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixnaDvsBlan7acBJH3Vm3unwyDh39LAm_kOg32k1rF6hptzVeg1fcY5Lynr4eLz-znIZUpa1_FshMg6Tk6A6TcC7XWzmn579Rf-GY7xeCWzmxYRDzcfPLzVhy6pXBEDYRb4PmgqakSQH_9iRiifFHRXj-s2Opx_Mg0Exv1sJ_SG_hDUKp9DvC4L--Kvjx9/s320/003.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Headlines all over the world portrayed this special happening. The next one will not come until 2037... fourteen years away.</p><p>Don't you wonder what life will be like then!!</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH6B1EGgIHFkTPveAgYMxrlS5QV7G31NRXRYCez5U8MHHyML_tJvDyzL0ZLPaQX7vGm9Xb5weOlmmW-FluxeOFfzeS1tGsSJ9iyxWBcIGqdvBWOfmxX9k5IVHHZlJSgTWcsWswJvyEdZyV65kQpmCCpJrMHkFee074TZUqJi1h6m4peDb0a8xFn5rlTVYZ/s4608/005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjH6B1EGgIHFkTPveAgYMxrlS5QV7G31NRXRYCez5U8MHHyML_tJvDyzL0ZLPaQX7vGm9Xb5weOlmmW-FluxeOFfzeS1tGsSJ9iyxWBcIGqdvBWOfmxX9k5IVHHZlJSgTWcsWswJvyEdZyV65kQpmCCpJrMHkFee074TZUqJi1h6m4peDb0a8xFn5rlTVYZ/s320/005.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Well only time will tell. Hope all of you are having a lovely day. </p><p>Here in the U.S. we are celebrating Labor Day. The last big holiday of summer. May everyone who is enjoying this celebration have a great one!</p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie</p><p><br /></p><p><i>"The moon marks off the seasons, and the sun knows when to go down." Psalm 104:19 (NIV)</i></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-45022311237501930552023-08-28T18:13:00.000-07:002023-08-28T18:13:12.139-07:00Long Ago<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOLPA4Tv-wARREa7QXFCRStLsBdbh0xO8fTOyGVh38QdOLCfCghIsL7s-2HD82x7Ff742x482ko2c5bvmLhsOeEecD6RzyQzIlj82zGN8ZQH6o_t1IHO20JLuptg-SvgFx5YyUwC0-a25_IEqioNkHXXNJ8X3S13GzFkWFa2hHcp2PU2iVLO5_PYx7A11_/s4608/August%202023%20002.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOLPA4Tv-wARREa7QXFCRStLsBdbh0xO8fTOyGVh38QdOLCfCghIsL7s-2HD82x7Ff742x482ko2c5bvmLhsOeEecD6RzyQzIlj82zGN8ZQH6o_t1IHO20JLuptg-SvgFx5YyUwC0-a25_IEqioNkHXXNJ8X3S13GzFkWFa2hHcp2PU2iVLO5_PYx7A11_/w400-h300/August%202023%20002.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> I did this pen and ink drawing long ago. The house reminds me of my grandparent's home. It was my favorite place to visit. <p></p><p>They had a porch swing and a trellis that morning glories climbed. There were old apple trees and lilacs growing nearby. In the summer the windows would be open and the fragrance would permeate the rooms. </p><p>A railroad track ran behind the property. Early in the morning the whistle would wake me. Sixty- six years later when I hear the sound of a train I am transported back to that sweet time. </p><p>When I was about four or five the state came to tell my grandparents they would have to move because a major highway was going to be built and run through their land. It was a sad time for my grandma because this had been where she grew up.</p><p>I remember my last time there, walking through the rooms slowly, climbing the steps to the upstairs where I slept when I stayed overnight (which was often) and feeling angry that this lovely house was being torn down. </p><p>Fortunately Grandma and Grandpa found a very nice place to move and there were several acres where my brother and I could play. We had many years and memories of that home as well. Yet it always lacked something. It was never like their first one. When I need to escape in a nostalgic moment this is where I often go. The memories warm my heart and once again this safe haven embraces me.</p><p>Thanks for letting me share this long ago home with you. Bet some of you have a similar childhood place too. Would love to hear about it. Have a lovely week.</p><p>Hugs!</p><p>Debbie </p><p><i>"My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes, in undisturbed places of rest." Isaiah:32:18 (NIV)</i> </p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-2491753260410683362023-08-21T15:38:00.000-07:002023-08-21T15:38:43.328-07:00Delightful<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYOwAAHYTRNvD7mVaY_NNPG6OnvZbp_LgCerbEaw-o2FwnwXjptlVrzgzTumQN3yUb1ypx_l39chz1u-kvqqR9VHBebC0pGUMZkTeiRMtwt6q_FQgo641VGRDLje-ca_0xUcgwfg66bKllCGtZ4UuB1gWyTfHSKCgZvqr0NHsRRrGev1tVbuU5wzESOTJq/s4608/August%202023%20005.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYOwAAHYTRNvD7mVaY_NNPG6OnvZbp_LgCerbEaw-o2FwnwXjptlVrzgzTumQN3yUb1ypx_l39chz1u-kvqqR9VHBebC0pGUMZkTeiRMtwt6q_FQgo641VGRDLje-ca_0xUcgwfg66bKllCGtZ4UuB1gWyTfHSKCgZvqr0NHsRRrGev1tVbuU5wzESOTJq/w400-h300/August%202023%20005.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> This past weekend was so delightful. The temperatures were in the 70's with the absence of humidity.<p></p><p>Soft summer breezes had the feel of autumn.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL12nJ9ExPNJppFxrkGXGVHQjzxCagzM_2NN6UPgr7DAOUhbphfte7bV8eSUcAi_5Ee4S_v6mEYhefgwlcY-JDMTi9j0uKnTLhJeSrZALuK8uiC8eNFjfKDZten1d9foA73PyHFrEx7ojv0Wqmbo7MrBR_iK9z_ezqI2Di3blcXsygtjBJrw3U9m-c-PC0/s4608/August%202023%20004.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL12nJ9ExPNJppFxrkGXGVHQjzxCagzM_2NN6UPgr7DAOUhbphfte7bV8eSUcAi_5Ee4S_v6mEYhefgwlcY-JDMTi9j0uKnTLhJeSrZALuK8uiC8eNFjfKDZten1d9foA73PyHFrEx7ojv0Wqmbo7MrBR_iK9z_ezqI2Di3blcXsygtjBJrw3U9m-c-PC0/s320/August%202023%20004.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Goldenrod has started to dot the meadow with color.</p><p>It often grows with purple Iron Weed. They make a lovely complimentary couple.</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHXxIPigDLt_BeNHmitsHNfo8mJ3nQvsZK_lEUXTDNfxoez2LbE2ejRlGIUbgfooUqFoEcDrOXBML6U5Kl4XgJKvuD3jXhbVsb5AYQ2jfvvM4i-YaZ8U1QjqH2VsUqjNnhKsE9O1iRixn6ucXC2p9h-Jo8msqeAWYJ4lHAfmGeiQ-HOBSA0cmW-Sl37Z5B/s4608/August%202023%20012.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHXxIPigDLt_BeNHmitsHNfo8mJ3nQvsZK_lEUXTDNfxoez2LbE2ejRlGIUbgfooUqFoEcDrOXBML6U5Kl4XgJKvuD3jXhbVsb5AYQ2jfvvM4i-YaZ8U1QjqH2VsUqjNnhKsE9O1iRixn6ucXC2p9h-Jo8msqeAWYJ4lHAfmGeiQ-HOBSA0cmW-Sl37Z5B/s320/August%202023%20012.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p>Magic Lilies always surprise me. There are some years when they do not bloom and I even forget them. Then out of nowhere they appear. I planted them so very long ago. They came from my dear grandma's garden. Perhaps it is her way of stopping to visit me. What a delight!</p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzm5JtjZ49erLvzdrrgiBkcHRZJL5cC3H1oIvciM7bY_uW1o58gmaxGkKPRctaAgyG1nMkstXlotxyGLmcx671taeFVErujIm1EgBO4OM0Oyga_cvToPf6o8mb6b1ZRk0iSufZL1HKLOFsbh_B0jJD_M1jooGsT8LUczfI0PKVlM9ADj-8FV9phtih3Zik/s4608/August%202023%20011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzm5JtjZ49erLvzdrrgiBkcHRZJL5cC3H1oIvciM7bY_uW1o58gmaxGkKPRctaAgyG1nMkstXlotxyGLmcx671taeFVErujIm1EgBO4OM0Oyga_cvToPf6o8mb6b1ZRk0iSufZL1HKLOFsbh_B0jJD_M1jooGsT8LUczfI0PKVlM9ADj-8FV9phtih3Zik/s320/August%202023%20011.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Speaking of delight...these cosmos decided to make a show. What a pretty color of red.<p></p><p><br /></p><p>Well these are just a few things that made the weekend delightful.</p><p><br /></p><p>Hope you will share what brought you some delight.</p><p><br /></p><p>Hugs</p><p>Debbie</p><p><i>"Delight yourself in the Lord and He will give you the desires of your heart." Psalm 37:4 (NIV)</i></p><p><br /></p>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com15tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2863365400520669739.post-26645125767120258942023-08-13T15:23:00.000-07:002023-08-13T15:23:38.107-07:00Reading<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvkqezAazligFLpk-s7TV86j3mtXSZKVNJr0eaWRe5owrpuwY99jYbVLRWplazJ7xKxJfBs2wQX__fh-w46ABwQAXDEk5laYsK8TTn1P6VN7ifap-lmVbHsU7SezeB_jt5snIm13X2dHRO-ogvROWT9LgjWDwSkToY8vF4oZa5N3FHrzLYgcAbKLEK7ZHG/s4608/August%202023%20009.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvkqezAazligFLpk-s7TV86j3mtXSZKVNJr0eaWRe5owrpuwY99jYbVLRWplazJ7xKxJfBs2wQX__fh-w46ABwQAXDEk5laYsK8TTn1P6VN7ifap-lmVbHsU7SezeB_jt5snIm13X2dHRO-ogvROWT9LgjWDwSkToY8vF4oZa5N3FHrzLYgcAbKLEK7ZHG/w400-h300/August%202023%20009.JPG" width="400" /></a></div><br /> As I have shared in the past, August is generally a big reading month for me. The garden is slowing down.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghneJpQxAi0naJB-l_lLB_LThPvdjipkePVMuupoM6uuHMwbLR7iwqkaSidrj1UUlYYRw1z3v5PXIZIjA8rre4QQTORNtaq8g0aX00c9qsPZezwkOVxGkkE6uEPVCB33kBgkglOnwIZ4Ydy-ML3IFuVE5nR6RU0Sj_B3oX-d8JIaDgTbTsrX4n47SpxyAs/s4608/August%202023%20011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghneJpQxAi0naJB-l_lLB_LThPvdjipkePVMuupoM6uuHMwbLR7iwqkaSidrj1UUlYYRw1z3v5PXIZIjA8rre4QQTORNtaq8g0aX00c9qsPZezwkOVxGkkE6uEPVCB33kBgkglOnwIZ4Ydy-ML3IFuVE5nR6RU0Sj_B3oX-d8JIaDgTbTsrX4n47SpxyAs/s320/August%202023%20011.JPG" width="320" /></a></div>There are a few lovely beauties that bloom during this month but they don't require much maintenance.<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ7YruRJBHw2EY_E3fJQbZSBRakCL4uyTzbfDA2gBt8tpqysM6CgLoo4FE73OEMs9lUyODaTZKsbgR8Slo3OToUY09NDSuj6neXj_igzNMtBEllcnEbisEEiV_ZAHP03wfJF9kDCvhv64A68dWGqz_NuiilrTQHfjNyYDDMiDDBAvbui8zJ11ap81MGaCa/s4608/August%202023%20014.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ7YruRJBHw2EY_E3fJQbZSBRakCL4uyTzbfDA2gBt8tpqysM6CgLoo4FE73OEMs9lUyODaTZKsbgR8Slo3OToUY09NDSuj6neXj_igzNMtBEllcnEbisEEiV_ZAHP03wfJF9kDCvhv64A68dWGqz_NuiilrTQHfjNyYDDMiDDBAvbui8zJ11ap81MGaCa/s320/August%202023%20014.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> So with a bit more time I am catching up on my reading.</div><div><br /></div><div>"Guide your Mind, Guard your Heart, Grace your Tongue" by Carol Burton McLeod is a wonderful book full of inspirational advice. I have been privileged to follow Carol's blog for several years and enjoy her enthusiasm for God's word as well as her great insight in how to apply it today in this present world. Highly recommend it for anyone who is desiring a better way to think.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQCoq7TrvdIPM3LPlSr10i5ivFB-spIao1dlC5pK85dPXRO9PzsyrqOWGhCHZDMsu5FF5bXKAkBWrlEJC9y2UPkn0HCGVuhb35Okox3JdcsjhZfJ4NXvDXrknFHx9FTAaT2caeiCKnTsnuUs3bRkHcF_9PBs4fdYF9UtRGQsK4BWGHH3YliEsdPqqaz7gN/s4608/August%202023%20013.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQCoq7TrvdIPM3LPlSr10i5ivFB-spIao1dlC5pK85dPXRO9PzsyrqOWGhCHZDMsu5FF5bXKAkBWrlEJC9y2UPkn0HCGVuhb35Okox3JdcsjhZfJ4NXvDXrknFHx9FTAaT2caeiCKnTsnuUs3bRkHcF_9PBs4fdYF9UtRGQsK4BWGHH3YliEsdPqqaz7gN/s320/August%202023%20013.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> The second book is "Look Closer Draw Better" by Kateri Ewing.</div><div><br /></div><div>She shares mixed media drawings and how to approach a realistic look. There are projects in graphite, pen and ink, watercolor, and charcoal. Also some of her lovely art is showcased within these pages. Excellent book for anyone who enjoys drawing and wants to improve.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqDnlkJRVDZH8i1krOllR_Q7w2JfQtjohmDqumBlMXC5rK2Fs_XRuajcDH4yzkU9tW3-Jk4cZnBYvcrl-NEbC73RBLJnFzhbvyfSI-bVHjdLYiuGPDrv8wrKKawfmUpoihhcPXg4RO-d_c3sL3PDn7tVJ085_pNoAWOrcPksjIE4_5fYVgHfM5zLbt2n36/s4608/August%202023%20015.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqDnlkJRVDZH8i1krOllR_Q7w2JfQtjohmDqumBlMXC5rK2Fs_XRuajcDH4yzkU9tW3-Jk4cZnBYvcrl-NEbC73RBLJnFzhbvyfSI-bVHjdLYiuGPDrv8wrKKawfmUpoihhcPXg4RO-d_c3sL3PDn7tVJ085_pNoAWOrcPksjIE4_5fYVgHfM5zLbt2n36/s320/August%202023%20015.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /> Last but not least is "Letter from Home" by Carolyn Hart. She is a mystery writer. She is an author who has written two best selling mystery series "Henrie O" and "Death on Demand". This book takes place in Oklahoma. Since I am only into the first few pages will have to give you an update later but thus far it has me intrigued.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwLHmMlpNN-ahTbVOgFrN7HiuoJ6JxAsB6zIgDuIMmSVPa0r7pzx8Li15prMXujNLbFe8nqQ6FayKr4VqNjx5F8a663vV33eYfy9_PWS6KezJepNzF-PCpr7htinTb4HQLUnuhfuizxdwfzq_AOOEGmIpg4mn3oI3uhFhdTwmAXDhM2S2_fx0V_Bi7Dc6t/s4608/August%202023%20006.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3456" data-original-width="4608" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwLHmMlpNN-ahTbVOgFrN7HiuoJ6JxAsB6zIgDuIMmSVPa0r7pzx8Li15prMXujNLbFe8nqQ6FayKr4VqNjx5F8a663vV33eYfy9_PWS6KezJepNzF-PCpr7htinTb4HQLUnuhfuizxdwfzq_AOOEGmIpg4mn3oI3uhFhdTwmAXDhM2S2_fx0V_Bi7Dc6t/s320/August%202023%20006.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div>Well that is what is on my current reading list this month. Hope you will share if you are enjoying a good book or two.</div><div><br /></div><div>Have a lovely week friends.</div><div><br /></div><div>Hugs</div><div><br /></div><div>Debbie</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><i>"Blessed is the one who reads the words of this prophecy..." Revelation 1:3 (NIV)</i></div>Debbie Nolanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11168646638438558551noreply@blogger.com14