tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-36069975087385941672024-03-19T01:42:33.109-07:00Donna's Art at Mourning Dove CottageLiving artfully ~ and enjoying simple pleasuresDonnahttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05833702357953341645noreply@blogger.comBlogger1117125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3606997508738594167.post-41447899233649182082016-10-02T11:36:00.000-07:002016-10-03T14:28:32.541-07:00<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
Otis ~</div>
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I found myself on my blog today mainly because I wanted to do a posting on Otis. This summer, July 11, 2016 to be exact, our Otis crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. Dear sweet Otis is no longer with us and we miss him so much. He has been the most wonderful companion, loving pet, and he made us so happy. </div>
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And now he has crossed over to be with his brother, Riley, where he is, I am sure, happy, pain free, and playing to his heart's content. That's how I see him.</div>
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These two boys have been a big part of our lives for many years and they will be in our hearts forever. </div>
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Love you both always and miss you terribly. </div>
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'There is a bridge connecting Heaven and Earth. It is called the Rainbow Bridge because of its many colors. Just this side of the Rainbow Bridge there is a land of meadows, hills and valleys with lush green grass. </div>
When a beloved pet dies, the pet goes to this place. There is always food and water and warm spring weather. All the animals who have been ill and old are restored to health and vigor; those who were hurt or maimed are made whole and strong again, just as we remember them in our dreams of days and times gone by.<br />
The animals are happy and content, except for one small thing; they each miss someone very special to them, who had to be left behind. They all run and play together, but the day comes when one suddenly stops and looks into the distance. His bright eyes are intent; his eager body begins to quiver. Suddenly he begins to run from the group, flying over the green grass, his legs carrying him faster and faster. You have been spotted, and when you and your special friend finally meet, you cling together in joyous reunion. The happy kisses rain upon your face; your hands again caress the beloved head, and you look once more into the trusting eyes of your pet, so long gone from your life but never absent from your heart.<br />
Then you cross the Rainbow Bridge together, never again to be separated.'<br />
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Hello my dear friends, I'm back. I know....it's been awhile. I have been trying to decide whether I want to continue blogging or not to blog at all. Ever feel that way? I don't have very many creative projects left to share anymore as I did when I first started back in 2007, but I still like to come here and read and browse and see what all has happened in the years past. Time changes, our lives change. We get older. </div>
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You will probably find me from time to time putting my thoughts down here and to say hello. Otis and I are doing well. <br />
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Hello, my friends. Do you do what I do and take your house plants outside for the summer and then bring them back inside for the winter? Of course, I guess it depends on where you live. I think my plants grow twice the size when they are outside in the fresh air and sunshine (or shade) all summer long. Today I brought the last of them inside. <br />
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Despite the fact that it's heading toward the end of October, there is still some summer lingering around the yard. Flowers are blooming and I even captured a butterfly on the black and blue salvia. I always find it hard to let go of summer, but once it turns cold I find comfort in the warmth of our home, sitting by the fire, working on a puzzle or cozying up with a good book. <br />
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I have always liked "<a href="http://www.mackenzie-childs.com/default.aspx?c3api=2092,58524210868,mackenzie%20childs&gclid=CNSeid31ycYCFYUdgQodIiALaQ"><span style="color: red;">MacKenzie-Childs</span></a>" things. While looking through the catalog the other day I saw these really cute bird houses. Whimsical and fun! The only problem is the bird house in the catalog costs $200. Since this is a little more than I normally spend on a bird house, I had an idea to make my own.</div>
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I found a $6.00 wooden bird house at Hobby Lobby. I started with three coats of white paint for the base and then using a ruler I figured out my black and white squares evenly the whole way around. After that I added color, and to top it off, I hung a crystal on the bottom of the bird house for some bling!</div>
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And this is how mine turned out. It's not exactly like the MacKenzie-Childs bird houses, but close enough for me! </div>
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My copy cat bird house.</div>
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Henry James quoted...."Summer afternoon; to me those have always been the two most beautiful words in the English language." I tend to agree. <br />
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Here is some summer inspiration that I found on Pinterest. <br />
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Three years ago I planted a Zephririne Drouhn climbing rose that I ordered from a mail order catalog. It came in the mail right after I was diagnosed with breast cancer. You might remember my initial "silly rose story" that I posted in 2012, you can read it <a href="http://donnas-art.blogspot.com/2013/04/a-silly-rose-story.html"><span style="color: #cc0000;">here</span></a>. I am not sure why I called it the cancer rose, it just popped into my head at that moment when Galen and I were planting the bare root in the ground, and I felt that if the rose survived, I would too. Yes, I know, that's silly. <br />
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Well, I am happy to say the rose survived and is thriving! It has climbed up the post and over the pergola, just as I planned. <br />
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It turned out to be a beautiful rose and it has a spicy clove scent. It smells heavenly! <br />
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I guess I knew all along the rose would survive. And, of course, I knew that I would too! <br />
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Every spring we have loads of purple violets growing all around the garden. I dug up a small clump, planted them in a pot, and put them in a hanging basket filled with moss. I hung it on the back gate. I think it makes a nice little<em> spring welcome</em> for anyone passing through. <br />
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~ And Easter is here. We will be hosting dinner at our house this year and are looking forward to having our wonderful family all around the table. Easter ham and all the trimmings. <br />
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(Below are some of my wooden eggs that I painted with chicks, rabbits, flowers and baskets.)<br />
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So, welcome April! With the warmer temps I found myself at the garden center yesterday and just had to buy some flowers. Today I will plant the window boxes on the front of the house and cross my fingers and hope we won't have any more freezing weather this month. </div>
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I must say, March moved along fairly fast. I had my routine appointment scheduled at the UNC Breast Cancer Center and everything is good! (I go every 6 months.) I am feeling great, thinking positive and staying active. I am one to look ahead, not back and I think that really helps me. <br />
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Hello my friends. Is anyone else counting the days until spring? I think we've all had our fill of winter this year as it seems never ending. If you're like me I'd rather stay inside than venture out on cold days, so needless to say I have been getting cabin fever. It was good to take a drive in the country today with hubby as the temps hit 50 degrees. </div>
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Let's face it, sometimes we just need those carbs and sugar to get us through the dreary cold long days of winter. I usually eat healthy but I must admit, I still have my cravings, especially in the winter. </div>
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Today was one of those days. I was in the mood for chocolate cake. So I baked a chocolate cake with vanilla icing and while it was baking the whole house smelled good. That alone can make one feel happy! So I poured myself a cup of coffee and enjoyed every single sweet chocolately bite.</div>
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Then for dinner I made Stromboli with marinara sauce. Carbs and cheese, yum! I added a side salad for good measure. </div>
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Do you crave carbs and sugar over the winter? Maybe it has something to do with light and seasonal affective disorder (SAD). </div>
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Being a spring and summer kind of person, it's hard for me to get through the winter time. Today is cold, rainy and dreary, as it has been for awhile. I push ahead on days like this. Feeling confined to the house, my nesting gene will usually kick in. A little decorating, maybe rearranging my dish cupboard, watering my house plants, or baking a pie. </div>
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Napping is a part of winter time nesting, too. At least Otis thinks so. </div>
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Hello my friends and family. How are you? I realize it has been a while since my last post, and here it is, mid January already. Not very much has been happening at Mourning Dove Cottage. The January cold has hit us and we have been having dreary gray rainy weather...day after day after day, but this morning, there it was, the sunshine! What a nice surprise. The months of January and February tend to get me down and I find I would rather like to hibernate with the bears until spring comes. I filled the bird feeders and Otis and I enjoyed the warm sunshine for awhile. <br />
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I am reading "The Shoemaker's Wife" by Adriana Trigiani. Most mornings I curl up with a good book by the fire and a nice hot cup of coffee. I've also been cleaning out and organizing closets and cupboards, and doing some redecorating after the holidays. <br />
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Maybe spring isn't too far off. I have hyacinths starting to bloom in a pot in the garden. <br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our tree is decorated, most of the shopping is done, and gifts are wrapped. The stockings are hung..... one for Esmé, one for Felix, one for Maddie, and one for Otis. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Hello friends. I thought I'd share a recipe with you today. I first tasted tomato pie at the "Tomato Pie Cafe" in Lititz, Pennsylvania when we visited in September. It was so delicious, I just had to make one. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I used the last of the fresh tomatoes from the garden and fresh basil. This pie is made with f</span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">resh chopped tomatoes, basil and onions, topped with a mixture of shredded cheese and mayonnaise, baked in a pie shell. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The recipe I used was from Simply Recipes. </span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/2 yellow or red onion, chopped</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3-4 tomatoes, cut in half horizontally, squeezed to remove excess juice, roughly chopped, to yield approximately 3 cups chopped tomatoes</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/4 cup sliced basil (about 8 leaves)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2 cups grated cheese (combination of sharp cheddar and Monterey Jack, or Gruyere or Mozarella)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3/4 cup mayonnaise</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 teaspoon hot sauce (Tabasco)</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A savory pie that is absolutely yummy! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Our blue marble roller, you can see in the background. The winner this year was a wooden train. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Galen and I just had to try the fried mac and cheese! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> Do you like kale? The green leafy vegetable that is so nutritious and good for us. I must admit I haven't eaten kale in the past, but since I've discovered "kale chips", I'm hooked. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Hello, dear friends. How are you? I just realized my last post was in August...how did this happen? ~ I guess time flies when we're having fun. And here it is fall already. Don't you just love all the warm autumn colors? I bought a big orange pumpkin today for the front step and yellow and red mums for pots. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">We have had quite a lot going on lately. September is a big birthday month for us and we celebrated our granddaughter's 2nd birthday with family at Galen's mother's house in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. It's a good central meeting place for all of us since Amy and Bruno and the kids live in New York. What a great time we had!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And our other granddaughter, Maddie, here in North Carolina, just turned 15 in September. It seems like only yesterday that she was just a toddler, and now, here she is getting her permit for driving! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And speaking of the garden, I planted kale, broccoli and spinach for the winter months, and have harvested quite a few tomatoes and peppers. I've been cleaning up the flower beds, too.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">They say the best things in life are free. I believe that. As I look out over my summer garden and see all the beautiful color, nature is smiling back at me. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So go ahead, pick some flowers today and bring them inside to enjoy. You'll be glad you did. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I started a few projects this week, and when I finished them, I realized they all had something to do with nature. Funny...hadn't even thought about it until I was taking photos. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So here are my "nature" crafts I've been working on. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">A white bird house for the fence post in the back garden. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And I painted a rock with butterflies. This will make a great paperweight and I'll be listing this on <a href="http://www.whimsytwo.etsy.com/"><span style="color: #274e13;">etsy</span></a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here we are, mid August already, and suddenly I'm finding myself wanting to hang on to summer with all my might. How about you? Maybe it's this unseasonably cool weather we've been having here in the south ~ gray days, and to top it off...a lot of rain. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Let me tell you first how this all came about. I had an idea in my mind for quite some time, of an old dish cupboard that I wanted in the kitchen. I've seen a lot of these cupboards in my "English Home" magazines and I love the look. Well, last week, while antiquing with hubby and my sister and her husband, I saw a cupboard just like the one I had in mind. I showed my dear hubby and he said, "I can make one for you". Well......, yes, that sounded good. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">So the next day, true to his word, out of an old wooden door that he had stored in the garage, he made my cupboard. Custom made! Can't beat that! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Two coats of "Old Violet". Then I used a dark soft wax to finish it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Thank you again, dear hubby, for making this for me. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And I might add, using chalk paint is so easy, it covers just about anything, and you can use the <i>regular</i> wax or <i>dark</i> wax to get just the right color you're looking for. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Hello my friends, how are you? We finally have a clear day today after lots of rain, but still very overcast and gray. I have been feeling the need to get out in the garden and do something, even if it's just pulling weeds. Does the garden ever call to you? Galen thinks I'm crazy, but I find it very rewarding and therapeutic. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I decided to restring twinkle lights outside in the jasmine over the back porch. The lights will usually last about six months so I only have to replace them twice a year. They went out two nights ago. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I twist the lights through the vines starting at the bottom, taking them up and over the porch door and ending near the pergola. It makes the prettiest light at night. No matter how dark it is you can always see without turning a harsh overhead light on. The twinkle lights create a nice ambiance. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Lights are done....now maybe I'll go pull those weeds. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Would you like to have beautifully dried hydrangeas for fall and winter arrangements? The trick is in picking them. Hydrangeas do best when allowed to dry naturally on the plant before picking. Fresh blooms do not dry very well. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I cut a bunch the other day, took all the leaves off, tied them by the stems with rafia and hung them to dry. You could also dry them in a vase or pot if the stems are strong. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">After the hydrangeas are dry, arrange them in a pretty container or use them in making a wreath for hanging. Dried hydrangeas make lovely arrangements. </span></div>
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