The weather has been-dare I say it- sublime.
We have enjoyed many ideal weather days in a row...sunny, warm temps and no humidity. My weeding has slowed and now the cone flowers and sunflowers are blooming...and competing for space with those hydrangeas. They were definitely not crowded out like this last year. (Sorry didn't have time to do some photo cropping.)
This is the provincial bird of my home province of Newfoundland and Labrador, the
Atlantic Puffin. (About 95% of North America's puffins breed around the coasts there.) And the photo was taken by Candace Mugford near where my dad lived and distributed by CBC. He is holding wild iris we called Blue Flag growing up. These birds have such a permanent cute expression, don't they.
This was interesting. I've mentioned sighting the little fox around the pond.
He was there one morning getting a drink when I did my early walkabout and I got a couple of photos...albeit from far away. I think it is the same fellow who took a nap in our driveway. Look at how much of the pond dried up in July's heat.
I've been chicken watching for daughter and sil while they were on their annual trip to Newfoundland. My reward was fresh eggs which are so good. We've thought of having a few here, something |I always wanted. But with so many fox I'm not sure they would fare well unless we had a substantial enclosure for them.
These are my last basket blocks...a few of the yellowish ones. They are freezer paper appliqued if you're wondering and l last count I had made over 60. Time to think of getting them joined up.
That's my summer caftan I wear most mornings. I just love the sunflowers and the shades of colours throughout. Tula and Kaffe would approve. :)
August redwork block from Kathy Schmitz features sunflowers too. I'm now spying them blooming reaching atop fences, such a happy country sight.
Our August everyday living has been quiet and enjoyable here in the wooden house, festooned outside as it is by all the green and blooming things.
We too are lamenting the back to school signs...it is all such a rush out there it seems.
I hope your veil is affording you views of happiness.
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18 comments :
How lovely those flowers and the fox!!!
Nana
such beautiful plants! Your hydrangea is so beautiful and large - I'm not sure what happened to mine this year - it didn't grow as tall and not near the amount of blooms it used to be. Of course we have very hot afternoons and this is in full afternoon sun but it is an old plant and I hate to transplant to a place it could have morning sun/afternoon shade - we will see
Lovely garden and lawn. Back to school, all those Mums will have to run to a timetable in the mornings, I so welcomed the holidays those many years ago.Happiness, those words are so true.
hydrangeas and coneflowers... a very pretty combo. Your stitching is really nice too, Hi to the pups! Give them a cookie from me.
Foxes are beautiful from a distance...
Hi Jocelyn! So true, your happiness saying. There is a lot of happiness out there to find if you are looking and have the blinders off. The outside of your house looks so peaceful and welcoming. I can hear the quiet surrounding you. And that fox! Yes, chickens would have to be well surrounded for that guy and his buddies to not get at them. ~smile~ Roseanne
Your hydrangeas are beautiful...and i just love your little baskets...
hugs, Julierose
Those flowers sure are pretty and that fox seems to be watching you watching him!
Great to see your summer! Agree-the puffins are very cute:) Gorgeous flowers! Yeah, when you're chicken watching, it's good to keep an eye on the fox! Hope to see you back soon at All Seasons!
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I'd would love to see puffins in the wild; they are so cute! You have a beautiful yard with all those lovely flowers!
I love the fabric of your summer caftan. Beautiful colors! The puffins are adorable! I love the expression on their little faces. We have a family of foxes in our neighborhood. I haven't seen them lately. Love your flowers!
My veil has been working better lately. :-) Puffins are so cute. Your fox looks long-legged. I like the colors of your baskets and caftan. Enjoy the rest of summer!
Is that cute wee puffin offering his sweety an iris bouquet? You are so lucky to spot your elegant little fox neighbour. My foxes are more secretive. And your flowers and fabrics are lovely, Jocelyn. Another eye-treat post.
Oh Jocelyn I love seeing your garden and home! So lovely! The puffins are adorable! :) Your projects are really coming along this summer--can't believe how many baskets you've made already!!! Wow! Have a wonderful day!
Your garden and yard are so beautiful, Jocelyn! Love the view of the fox, too. I love your pretty redwork block - my newest embroidery is done in a variegated red and I think I will enjoy that!
What a lovely and peaceful looking outdoor space you have! Your redwork caught my eye. It's stunning. Yes, fresh eggs are the best....thank you for sharing your lovely corner of the world!
I love that puffin photo - they look like such fun birds. Your garden looks so lush, despite the lack of rain at the moment.
August has been wonderful here too, not so hot as it could be, and almost restful. I am ready for school to start, it means I will have a regular daily schedule again, which I am looking forward to. Having that part time job this summer was a blessing, but it sure mixed up my days, I'm going to be happy when the season ends, though its probably the combination of garden and job! :)
Your puffin picture is adorable, and your garden is just lovely.
Those hydrangeas are so pretty and large! I've never seen Puffins before so that photo is like a painting. I need a caftan and yours is so cheery in the morning-perfect. I sure like your garden photo-peaceful and lovely.
This was such a fun post. Thank you.
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