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I received a wake up call from a dear friend who said she missed my blog. I have not been in the spirit of writing, trying to survive and start a new business. I am going to move my office around and see if that charges up the energy. The cold weather is not helping either! I promise to get back to work on all levels.

Message Received

Floods for Fall

I might get out and take a few pictures of the floods we received from recent tropical storm. Thank goodness very little wind, but more rain than we had since Hurricane Floyd.

Kids had a day off from school there was so much water on the road that travel in some areas was impossible.

Two Days of Waiting

Earl sat in the back yard for two days and two nights causing alot of raw nerves. You could see the thing out there in the ocean, all it had to do was vere west a bit and be here. He finally went north and we did not have rain, wind or any damage, just some high waves.

On Alert! Hurricane Earl is coming!

We are watching to see how close Earl is coming to the island. The islands futher up north have been told to evacuate. I hope Earl does not turn any closer to the west! I will post photos later.

For The Love of Dear Ivy

As a group of very loved rescue kitties, we say "salute to Ms. Ivy" for all the love you gave our Mom's friend M over the years. You are truly missed. You are deep in your earth mothers heart forever.

The Star Card

Like so many of us I have been stressing over things yet my Tarot Angel keeps sending me The Star card for comfort and "things will be better" message. Today is unusally hard, so I did a card today reading and yes, once again I pulled The Star! Also of note: the star over her head has 8 points........another 8?

8 Obsession

Ok now I read that Schafli Symbol for Octogon is 8..............

888

The numbers 888 came in for the local lottery the same time I was writing the post about the number "8". Eight legs for the Octopus, October for 8 sided, and the 8th, my birthday.
Strange brew. My horoscope says "windfall" so I hope its soon.

The Number 8

I have a great deal of love for the number 8. It is my tarot number/card "Strength" and has the infinity sign as well. I had written a life mission statment and found I had written this number on the page over and over again, so my tarot Angel simply placed it in front of me again to remind me of good things. My dear friend D sent the little Kitty See, Hear, Speak no Evil with a tiny surprise kitty inside and the lovely blown glass octopus, eight legs, the number 8, I was born on October 8th!

Beautiful Surprise

The DD fairey was at it again, two days in a row to boost my spirits. Bonus: the planter looks like it was made to go with my lamps!

Garrison March 10,1970-July 18, 2010

Angels guide you & walk beside you.

Found a Friend?

Not the best quality picture due to dark stairs but looks like Freckels and Dash have made a peace pact with each other.

Home is Where You Hang Your Hat?

How often have I heard that statement. When traveling for a living I always took a few personal things to have on the hotel bed, a picture, candle, something. This is dear Freckels, who is sleeping on a hat that should have been put away...........however he has put it to better use. This dear creature was thrown out from a truck in front of the house. My husband went after the guy but what for, if he had retrieved the kitten he would have tossed it somewhere else. Sleep well little one and we'll let you know when its time for supper. God bless all creatures big and small.

My Mermaid Secretary

I have previously warned you about how people dress you around here, Dottie has strutted into the office wearing a newly adapted mermaid dress with even a place for her little tail to peek out. We should all look this good in blue. Look out Fashion Week, Dottie is getting ready to strut the runway.

Biz is Slow

Our 4th of July was a fizzle........not a sizzle. Kids went to seaside amusements with no waiting, one or two kids on a ride....no one waiting in line for pizza, resturants with only a handfull of tables seated. This is supposed to be a very busy weekend, and traffic is always jammed in the business district for a couple of blocks, but I think most people were doing the "Free" things, like going to the beach if they could find parking.

Piggy Plum Pie with The Ice Cream High

Piggy Plum Pie, a song of my childs stuck in my head.............and my friend didn't know she had a plum tree in her yard full of them! No bug spray, eat right off the tree.

Under Construction

Working a Mermaid Temperance Card/Painting and sea turtle at the same time. Sea turtle is a little sad and hard going with the Gulf creatures in such crisis.

The Redneck Rule

I usually keep my blog light and fluffy but today I get my bitch on. We have a beautiful drive to only beach front park on the island. It is a refuge from lugging chairs, coolers, and all the essentials for a day at the beach, simply back up to the water and enjoy! I did not think alcohol in any form was allowed. Yes I am the red wine lover and enjoy great margarittas, but now they are allowed to have beer (as well as pizza and ice cream, fishing tackle) delivered. Just get out the cell phone and call the ONE AND ONLY place that has a permit and they will bring it. My question: Doesn't Gilligan have to get off the island/beach sometime? Won't he be intoxicated when he crawls off? Our town officials said this is "cool and heaven" to have beer brought to you right at the beach.

I am worried about the aftermath. There is no taxi service and its a long walk off the park to any form of lodging so I am sure BUBBA will drive. It is a narrow, narrow (did I say NARROW) two lane residential road into the beach, 25mph and a bike lane. I think we will attract the worse kind of people and traffic one can imagine. I'll let you know what happens.

Chandelier Recycle

I had this hanging in my office at my old house but moving took its toll and no matter how hard I tried to rehang these crystals it was always off so I decided to strip them off the hardware and use them in various projects that I will "show as I go"......quite a bit to work with and yes, its past manicure day!

Eclipse & Planets Align

Prepare for odd energy as we have a rare celestial event with the planets today topped off with an eclipse!

High Noon Burning Bowl

Remember at high noon to burn the paper with your burdens, needs, desires............ask in faith for your spirit guides to help make dreams come true!

Summer Solstice

The first day of Summer and the longest day of the year, the faireys and the stargazers come out to play. I grew this one and it bloomed today. My favourite flower!

Happy Fathers Day

Making Dad his favorite dish and missing my own Father who loved to come here and fish. Picked lovely flowers from the garden including stargazers!!! I may be inspired to come up with a dessert item or two later. We have movies by the lake tonight, everyone rides bike or walks, brings a chair or blanket and snacks. Our version of a "drive in movie". Tonight its The Tooth Fairy, a real funny one according to the kids. Hope the weather holds out.

The Visitors

The kids came in for a few days of beach fun and rides at the little amusement park by the sea. How about being on top of a Ferris Wheel during fireworks? From the looks of the kids, Miley Cyrus and Lady Gaga were in the house!

Salute to Summer & Last Day of School

All is quiet in the hallways for now, as the children had their last day of school. I will of course be sneaking in early to put crystals on a mural and start a new one in honour of the 5th graders who will be "graduating" to another school. I wish all a safe and happy summer, and may God heal our Gulf waters and the creatures who live there. Peace.

Todays Pickings

I am having to beat a few critters to my "stash" of fresh items growing in the garden, this was all picked today. Oven fry green tomatoes tonight! The smell of the flowers is unreal.

4th Grade Celebrates End of Year

Big doings at the little school, with volleyball, hula hoops and a treasure hunt by the seashore. I am so glad my child gets to attend this wonderfull school. There is always something going on for the children. I was in charge of the pizza/snacks so I wanted to make it look a bit more festive using cut flowers from the gardens here at home, hat boxes to hold treats with shells and starfish carefully placed.

Cabana Cutie

Modeling the lastest in sheer sarongs, Dottie has enjoyed her swim and a follow up shampoo (to protect her skin from pool chemicals) and is lounging about awaiting pool service.

Cabana Cutie

Modeling the lastest in sheer sarongs, Dottie has enjoyed her swim and a follow up shampoo (to protect her skin from pool chemicals) and is lounging about awaiting pool service.

Psychic Readings by Rose Marie

If you are interested in a detailed accurate reading, then you should contact Rose Marie.

http://bemyguide.net/Rose_Marie_Readings.html

I also googled her under Psychic Rose Marie and found her!

Underplanting with Herbs and Gardenias from D

I am filling the "house hibiscus" with an under planting of herbs. A stoneware urn holds the rest of the lights so I put the live flower arrangment on top. Dragonflys and faireys are in the pot too. Some are harder to find than others.

Peaches with Vanilla, Almond or Pepper Hot!

Here is the first batch and its pretty good.

Flower Power

Well I over/under watered my begonias so I have to cut them all the way back but everything else is full speed ahead.

Signs of Summer!

Dottie is wearing the latest fashion and riding her boogie board with a little help from a friend.

Peach Queen

The little peach tree you saw earlier in bloom and starting to fruit is ripe and ready! This is just the very first picking. While smaller they are good right off the tree, as I use no pesticide ever. I think peaches and cream will be in order tonight.

The table (yes I painted it) is a $50 yard sale find complete with 4 solid maple chairs.

Green Tomato White Cheddar Flat Bread Pizza

Could not resist the green tomatoes growing in the pots outside but instead of frying I wanted to try something else. Thin slices of vidialia onion layered with green tomato, and instead of traditional red sauce, two cloves of garlic, olive oil, red pepper flakes, sea salt and pepper, shreds of fresh basil. The cheese is NewYork Extra Sharpe White Cheddar, and after using the micro grater, really only needed 1/2 of the cheese for nice coverage and good flavor.

Field Day for Kids

I got a couple of good bike rides in and took pictures of the children getting ready for tug of war!

Burial at Sea

NOT the old fashioned kind, just bury your best friend from the neck down and torment them. These will be great pictures when these girls get married to show at a wedding dinner!

Beauty and the Beach!

We got a couple of hours and lunch in and great wave riding before the rain!

Rain on The Way

It may be a good weekend for indoor projects but like they say if you don't like the weather here wait 15 minutes!

School of Fish Grows

My school of fish is growing and its fun to add to it as an illusion so kids have to look to see how many fish are really swimming by. Some colourfull seaweed was also added.

More Fish More Mural

I am mixing more hidden fish in the mural and adding seaweed for colour.

Sea Turtle Greeting

These little guys are by the front entrance to our little school, I had to hurry and paint them last year so I think I will go back in and add more depth and detail, especially in the sky area since it is pretty much just a wash. I will also start a new mural to give the kids something to look forward to when they return next year.

No Barking on The Dance Floor

My dance area has been taken over by Dot and Dash and from the looks of things no dancing is required to occupy the space.

Dim Sum Anyone?

Stuffed rolls with cabbage, green onions, and pleated rolls with shitake mushrooms and red peppers. Pleating was easier that I thought.

Hesitant Models

Ms. K left this on my camera the only one who would pose. The entire group is lovely and affectionate.

Good Friends

Let you use them as pillows!

Moms Remembered

I have some dear girlfriends who passed in the last couple of years. They were great mothers, some I have the honor of seeing their children frequently to hug, ride bike with, and still see her dear face in their eyes, looking back at me. I will never forget you, nor will your children. Happy Mothers Day, enjoy your rest and see you on the next return.

Mothers Day

Had a lovely lunch with Mom over, gifted her with a dozen huge red roses, extra dark chocolate, picture frames and candles. My dear little one made me a card, a bud vase and the glittery beaded bag here that matches all the colours of my summer dresses!! It is all teal blue in the back, liner and handles.

Present from Daddy

Spring Flowers

Thought you might want to see what progress has been made on a very messy yard after a long cold winter. The roses are starting to bloom, wild roses have taken over one area, and many plants survived the winter. The red amarylis? I don't remember planting, it has been dormant for a couple of years and decided to show it pretty face.