We're blessed with some beautiful sunsets as we enjoy the views from our second-story balcony. These photos were taken from my Samsung phone and they usually don't turn out to be this colorful. And, I've mentioned Frankie, the frog that has lived on our balcony for at least five years, to a few of my … Continue reading My backyard and Frankie
Category: Musings
These are clipart sketches that were created via a program called Sketchpad. I used them to illustrate my book, Fanciful Delights, with the intent to make it appeal as a children's book. It's interesting to look back at these now and note how off I was with perspective and depth. Perhaps, I will improve with … Continue reading Clipart Sketches
I am enjoying the outside while sitting on the back porch. The trees are laden with buds giving off soft hues of spring colors. The landscapers are mowing the grass, and I love the smell of freshly mowed grass. Of course, my coffee cup is filled to the brim, laced with cinnamon, giving me a … Continue reading Rewind or Fast Forward
There is a magnificent tree outside our back porch. It's dressed beautifully for summer in mint green leaves, providing shade and comfort from the hot sun. I adore sitting on my back porch and enjoying the mornings with my friend, the tree. As I sip my coffee, I feel in touch with the beauty of … Continue reading My friend, the tree
“The greatest danger for most of us is not that our aim is too high and we miss it, but that it is too low and we reach it.”— Michelangelo Today, February 22, 2022, is an omnipresent palindrome date. It’s a palindrome sequence no matter how the date is written, whether in the format of … Continue reading Happy Palindrome Day
“You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.” – Maya Angelou It can be a tough world out there. Your personal life can take a real beating if you let yourself succumb to pressure and negativity. You need to get a grip. … Continue reading Get a grip
If we were having coffee right now, I would tell you how much I need to take a trip anywhere. And how I want to be somewhere with statuesque trees filled with birds and bees. Birds build new homes on the strongest of branches creating a safe haven for their family. Honey bees, flit from … Continue reading Trip to anywhere
“The key to everything is patience. You get the chicken by hatching the egg, not by smashing it.” – Arnold H Glasow How patient or impatient are we? Every day, I notice our tolerance being challenged. And unfortunately, impatience has become a discouraging and growing trend. Let’s take a look at ourselves. Where did our … Continue reading Patience
Take a look at Callie's gifts she received from Ellen at 15andmeowing.com! Callie and her humans (that's me and my hubby) donated to, Lagniappe, a cat in need. The details are explained below. "And before I go, I want to remind you all about Lagniappe, my friend at Whiskeratti has now adopted her despite her … Continue reading Callie’s Special Day
Meet our new catkid, Callie, adopted on Valentine’s Day, Feb. 14, 2020. Callie is a tortoiseshell cat, which these cats are known to be frisky and fun! Yep, no doubt about that!! Tortoiseshell cats are affectionately known as “torties” and come with “tortitude” (sassy and somewhat aggressive). What distinguishes tortoiseshell cats is their patterned coat … Continue reading Callie
Moonwashed Musings 