Changes to the landscape and architecture at this house have been evolving over several seasons. There’s a long way to go, but the curb appeal is definitely a long way from where it started about 2 1/2 years ago:
In the beginning, it was long-neglected, but as they say, “with good bones.”
Working our way forward, slowly, [...]
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Search your memory banks to recall that Fleatiquing has become one of my hobby/pass times. It has evolved into a fun and interesting “away time,” that has not only filled the booth (called Coco’s) with things for sale, but has also brought some decidedly quirky items into my personal collection. Nothing to take to the Antiques Road Show, but, small keepsakes that [...]
Filed under: Day Dreaming, Leisure? Activities, Uncategorized | Tagged: Antiques, Flea Markets, Shawnee Pottery | Leave a Comment »
Taking a bit of liberty with the language here, (what else is new?) there is a real flower known as a Spring Beauty. To see a picture of a genuine Spring Beauty take a peek at http://www.illinoiswildflowers.info/woodland/plants/spring_beauty.htm
My spring beauties were the result of hard work and some luck, but the result has been very enjoyable this spring:
Sand Cherry Bush
Cherokee [...]
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If any of you have read my blog enough, you might have noticed that I like to play with words. Puns are a particular favorite of mine.
This roadside sighting combined with the fact that the pun deserves a special mention makes for a very good “sign,” don’t you think?
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The rather large bearded man who saw me taking an interest in his truck bumper softened considerably when I pointed out that I was using my cell phone to take the picture! He insisted that he can spot the driver on a cell phone from half a mile away. Since he has such good eyesight, and was also sporting [...]
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Is this the coolest bike rack you have ever seen, or what? I love it. It is whimsical and utilitarian, the perfect integration of form and function. Looks like a racer participating in the Tour de France. Is that Lance Armstrong coming down the block…?
Filed under: Green Speak, Roadside Sightings | Tagged: Bicycles, Bike Rack, Form follows Function, Sculpture | 4 Comments »
