tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-79695771524812955072024-03-18T12:57:45.295-07:00Cairn Cottagecairncottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10205290020671696920noreply@blogger.comBlogger117125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7969577152481295507.post-40283400351225550202018-07-10T20:14:00.000-07:002018-07-10T20:15:57.596-07:00Summer at the Lake<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Sharing some pics of our summer at our lakehouse cottage....</span></div>
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<span style="color: #674ea7; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b><u>Spending Time on the Water!</u></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">As always, swimming is the best way to stay cool!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Our dogs love the boat rides!! (Blankets mandatory.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> Swimming and kayaking </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> Hubby kayaking on the lake.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> i made a new sign for our porch/entrance. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Hubby is a BIG rock collector...this year he added these giant rocks as landscape around our yard lighthouse.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> Hubby built a new table for our pontoon boat!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">I love how he customized the cup-holders to hold our favorite cups.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> Our back patio and pergola.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> Our Wisteria had lots of blooms!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> Many annuals in our baskets and pots.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> My mini-fairy garden...with a camping/fishing theme.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"> My mini-flag says it all!</span></div>
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<br />cairncottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10205290020671696920noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7969577152481295507.post-33400516330315231962017-12-01T11:56:00.001-08:002017-12-01T19:42:30.581-08:00What's In My Closet: Winter Fashion<br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Well, it's the first day of December and even though we don't have snow here in Indiana, it does feel like winter has arrived.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">We did get a little bit of sunshine on and off today, as seen in some pics of the lake...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">So, I am sharing a few new and some older outfits that I am wearing in the cooler weather.(A few of my pics were out of focus, for some reason. But you get the gist of what I wore.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">I love red and gray together. This outfit is awesome for the upcoming Christmas season.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">The plaid tartan scarf was originally a throw, which keeps me toasty warm when a chill is in the air.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Also, loving my snowflake sweater. It goes well with the flowering Hibiscus growing on my sun porch!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">A little fur on the hood adds to the fun!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">More gray (with black and white) adds a twist of monochrome to this outfit. I can wear my over-the-knee boots turned down, as pictured above, or all the way up, as shown below...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Burgundy is another favorite color this year for me.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Along with leggings, this mini dress is perfect for a lunch with a friend or dinner with the hubby.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">I love the two tone floral and leaf design!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">A pair of warm fuzzy socks and black slip-ons completes the ensemble.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">I am finding that leggings(especially ones with patterns) are drawing me in this year...the southwest pattern above adds lots of color, when coordinated with my off-white cable knit oversized sweater.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">To match the color coordination, I wore multi-colored dangle earrings...one of a few new earrings recently purchased(Oh, by the way. I recently had my ears pierced, something I've been wanting to do. I had pierced ears back in high school, but let them grow shut in my 30's.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 26.6667px;">As I prepared my tea, I decided to grab some books I've been meaning to read, along with some old writing journals and a pen.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 26.6667px;">The drizzly lit sky gave little light through my window for me to read, but I made due with what was available.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 26.6667px;">As I read from my journals, I was reminded of the good times when I felt close to God and my family and difficult times when I didn't know if I would make it through another day! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 26.6667px;">Some of those days were full of emotion and heartache, the same feelings and disappointments that are felt today. It does seem that days with heartache will always be with me(with all of us)!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 26.6667px;">When I once again look out into the gloomy day, I'm hit with what I am told to do - the sign in my window is a giant reminder to me - "Give Thanks, No Matter What".</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 26.6667px;">The fake butterfly in my centerpiece also reminds me that new life is given to all who believe.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 26.6667px;">There will be days like this, but even when I'm feeling down, I know what I am to do....what we all should do..."Give Thanks".</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Even though we had a pretty mild winter, spring seems to come very slowly to me. For weeks we have flip-flopped from cold/snow to sunny, warm days!</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>This week before Easter Sunday, I finally got some spring decor out and put together this planter. </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Hopefully, Spring is here to stay!!</b></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "ar decode"; font-size: 20.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Now, for all you Autumn lovers, (and I know there are quite a few of you out there) this may be good news. For we can officially say it is fall in just a few days. But, for this summer-lovin' girl, I get downright depressed! Oh, what I wouldn't do to enjoy an endless summer!! - I dream that maybe someday when the hubby and I retire that could actually become a reality!</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">As I have shared in past posts, I love wearing summer dresses! This tie-dyed maxi skirt is light and airy, as is the feather printed top.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I purchased this purse and these sandals at different times at Meijer. Hard to believe they didn't come together, as they match each other perfectly! They were even made by two different companies...purse by Massini...sandals by Lulu.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The necklace is one I restored by adding an old leaf motif from a previous necklace to the short ball-linked chain.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Blue is definitely my favorite color! And royal blue is the best shade of blue, ever!! Here is a cute summer top (T.J. Maxx) and a matching blue capri length pants. White flip flops keep the blue and white theme going.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I actually got the striped sunhat at CVS Pharmacy. Yep, they sell hats and sandals, etc.! I got the royal blue purse at Walmart. This outfit is definitely color-coordinated. My doggie friends and I, relaxing on my cottage porch.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>Outfit #3: Workout Wear</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I have been trying to get at least a few days of workouts in each week. To help motivate me, I purchased some activewear.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The black and white top is light and airy for those hot days, when I do leg lifts, sit-ups, and ride bike or take walks.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I love the T-back design of my top. I have had the white painter shorts for many years. They are extremely comfortable, so I wear them often through the summer months.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My last outfit is one of my summer faves! Yes, another tie-dyed dress!! What can I say? I really love them!! I accessorise it with my blue cloth handbag.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Also, a new scarf, made by a dear friend, Michelle Bengtson, in dedication to her new book, "Hope Prevails".</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Another T-back design adds appeal to this summer dress!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I wear these aqua/green sandals with this outfit.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Other accessories include some colorful long necklaces and this "hope" bracelet, also a gift from Michelle Bengtson!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Unfortunately, summer will eventually end, here in Indiana! But, I am definitely taking advantage of the nice warm weather for as long as I can. Thanks for checking out my summer outfits. May you enjoy the remains of the season as well!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "freestyle script"; font-size: 37.3333px;">This fish serving platter is my centerpiece and a favorite find. I had a similar plate years ago that got broken and had been looking for another one ever since. I found this at one of my favorite stores, T.J. Maxx.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "freestyle script"; font-size: 37.3333px;">These little wooden fish and fish basket were a garage sale find, of which my hubby purchased with many other "lake-themed" decor items one day while driving home from work. I love the rough, old look of the faded painted wood.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "freestyle script";"><span style="font-size: 37.3333px;">Of course, my collection of tea(or coffee) cups never ends.This whimsical fish cup caught my eye, too!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "freestyle script"; font-size: 37.3333px;">My white seashell and starfish cup and saucer have been a part of my collection for a few years. I think it is so unique and goes well with my nautical theme.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "freestyle script"; font-size: 37.3333px;">I also came across these nautical plates at T.J. Maxx several months ago and couldn't pass them up.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "freestyle script"; font-size: 37.3333px;">The tableclothe, matching napkins (in my clear water glasses) and blue and white nautical placemats were all purchased in the sale isle at Meijer. Talk about hitting the lottery!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "freestyle script"; font-size: 37.3333px;">I couldn't have found a more perfect color coordinated, nautical-themed display of items! It just makes me wonder if something "fishy" is going on...LOL!</span></div>
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cairncottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10205290020671696920noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7969577152481295507.post-57338297764329827332016-08-11T10:06:00.000-07:002016-08-11T18:36:46.507-07:00Favorite Summer Activities<div align="center" style="margin-bottom: .0001pt; margin: 0in; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 22pt;">I hope you have been enjoying your summer.
I can't believe that it's mid-August already! Summer seems to fly by way too
fast for my liking! <o:p></o:p></span><span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 29.3333px;">I know for some of you, it's back to school time for your kids already. My hubby and I were just talking about the days when our kids were in school and getting them ready and that we were glad to not have to think about that anymore, as empty-nesters. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 22pt;">The heat in the Midwest has limited some of our activities, like fishing and outdoor projects. But even with the very
hot and humid weather, I would prefer a few more months of this over the snow
and freezing temps! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 22pt;"> I definitely made due...like sitting on my air-conditioned 4-season porch and surfing the internet...<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 29.3333px;">...sipping on (hot or iced) tea. I had to share this cute frog tea set that I got recently at an antique mall. Isn't he the cutest thing?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 29.3333px;">Fishing on hot, humid days required some interesting maneuvers, like floating on an air mattress while throwing a line out. But we have caught LOTS of fish this year (actually we have already beat our record for number of fish caught in a summer - over 600 bluegill, perch, bass, catfish, Northern Pike, and crappie!!!), which we have filled our freezer with for the coming year!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 29.3333px;">And there was a really cool live butterfly exhibit that allowed us to walk through a tent with many butterflies in it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 29.3333px;">Our vegetable garden continues to provide many veggies for us. </span><span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 29.3333px;">From my green beans (that have provided several gallon ziploc bags of beans for us to freeze for the winter)...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 29.3333px;">Needless to say, summer at Cairn Cottage has been good!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "ar carter"; font-size: 29.3333px;">I know it won't be long till Autumn will be here and it makes me sad to think summer will soon be over. I definitely am taking advantage of every hot summer day. Actually, I think I will go take a dip in the lake this afternoon! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 20px;">6 lessons in living (and entertaining) by the beach.</span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 20px;">..</span><span style="background-color: white; line-height: 21px;">Summertime rules at Sean MacPherson and Rachelle Hruska’s Montauk beachside retreat.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">At "<b><a href="http://eclecticallyvintage.com/2016/07/summer-curb-appeal-houses/" target="_blank">Eclectically Vintage</a></b>" Kelly shares some beautiful and unique summer house styles. From <i><u><a href="http://www.hgtv.com/design/home-styles/victorian-architecture" target="_blank">Victorian </a></u></i>to <u><i><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_colonial_architecture" target="_blank">American Colonial </a></i></u>to <i><u><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Georgian_architecture" target="_blank">Georgian</a></u></i> to <i><u><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cape_Cod_(house)" target="_blank">Cape Cod Cottage</a></u></i> and more. Find which is your favorite! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Marta Greber found the perfect setting for her <u><a href="http://www.justataste.com/strawberry-cheesecake-dessert-chimichangas-recipe/" target="_blank">"Strawberry Cheesecake Chimichangas" </a></u>-<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 25.92px; text-align: justify;"> </span><a href="http://t.umblr.com/redirect?z=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.justataste.com%2Fstrawberry-cheesecake-dessert-chimichangas-recipe%2F&t=MzVkNTVkY2QyMWZkYjIwNmMyMTY5NThhMzAwMDViMzYyMTUxYzk5MixkUWt1aHFLeQ%3D%3D" rel="nofollow" style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; color: #222222; line-height: 25.92px; outline: none; text-align: justify;">cheese and fruit tortillas in cinnamon sugar</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; line-height: 25.92px; text-align: justify;"> and a chocolate shake. What an interesting breakfast combination!!</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">At "<u><a href="http://theglamandglitter.com/" target="_blank">Glam and Glitter</a></u>" Travel and Fashion blogger, <span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 0.5px; line-height: 22px;">Tamara Kalinic</span><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 0.5px; line-height: 22px;"> shares her summer fashion secrets of "</span><span style="background-color: white; text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: "lato" , sans-serif;"><span style="letter-spacing: 0.5px; line-height: 22px;">How to dress for temperatures above 30 degrees Celsius if you want to go shop with your friends, have some drinks or walk around the city."</span></span></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; line-height: 24px;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: 16px;">One of the most charming aspects of cottage living is its natural, simplistic and bare-boned style. </span><a href="http://www.hgtv.com/design/decorating/design-101/cottage-style-decorating-16-fresh-simple-design-ideas-pictures" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;" target="_blank">Sarah Richardson</a> </span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">shares 16 Fresh + Simple Design
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A rainbow adds magic to an already paradisiacal scene captured by Your Shot member Cory Mottice at Havasu Falls, Arizona. “The clouds looked promising for a decent sunset, so I left my campsite and headed up to Havasu Falls,” he writes. “Instead, I was treated to a once-in-a-lifetime view.”</span></div>
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cairncottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10205290020671696920noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7969577152481295507.post-66741209525402049282016-06-16T11:31:00.000-07:002016-06-16T11:53:32.098-07:00An Unusual Summer<div style="text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;">Well the summer of 2016 has been a unique and unusual one, so far! We have been busy doing some outside gardening and enjoying our flower displays...</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">~ one of my lilies in full bloom.(Another lily will soon also bloom.)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> ~ a new cactus planter </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">~ my fairy garden, turned into a fishing bear lighthouse...</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> ~ my annual display of Alyssum (so many blooms and a intoxicating fragrance!)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"> ~ my orange marigolds are so bright!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">~ The green bean boxes we built in the spring are doing great with our pole beans. My hubby strung a trellis for them to climb, as well.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">We also recently built a pergola on our front patio. We did some rearranging of the stone wall surrounding it and hope to add an arched trellis. The pergola also has a cover that can be used for extra shade, but we didn't have it up in this photo.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">To anchor the pergola, we have flower planters at the base of each post. My petunias seem to love their new pots.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">We also have enjoyed early summer fishing...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The first year we lived here, we caught literally hundreds of fish right off our pier. Then, for a few years after that, we only caught a couple of fish off the pier. This year, we again have been catching them right off the pier. It's a good thing, as we had been having boat engine problems and had to take it in to get worked on. Now, our boat is back and we have been getting back out on the lake more. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">~ fishing from our pier</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">~</span> <span style="font-size: large;">A day fishing with my hubby and mom.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This Gar washed up to our shoreline. It had apparently been hit by a boat propeller and didn't survive. We have not seen Gars in our lake before and this one was especially big(42 inches)!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Swimming on a hot, humid afternoon</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Relaxing with my doggies by the lake.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> They definitely love the laid-back lake life!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">An evening campfire by the water...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">A brief video...</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The summertime here at Cairn Cottage is always a favorite time for us. It has been an unusual few months, with so much rain here, followed by hot and humid temps. The fish and our flowers seem to thrive in the different weather conditions, though. I have to say, I have enjoyed it too!!</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">Hope you are enjoying your summer, too!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Has it really been 2 months since I posted last? Where does the time go?</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I wanted to share my latest table-setting, which I put together as a spring display. I probably will be changing it out soon for a summer setting, though. I do love anything nautical and have had most of these items for a number of years. I put them together for a different look than any of my past table settings, though.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My sailboat teapot is the centerpiece, surrounded by grapevine and silk daisies, and displayed on my glass cake plate.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">To match the yellow in the flowers, I started with a basic yellow tablecloth. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Each place-setting has a blue place mat, red dinner plate, and colorful sailboat salad plate. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I really love these beautiful sailboat images on the plates. Here is a close-up.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The mugs are also a favorite, with seagulls and more water views!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">The two new items here are my colorful napkins and DIY napkin rings...don't tell, but they are really door knobs that I got on sale for half price at Hobby Lobby...I just attached them to metal rings, which hold the napkins.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I recently also made some changes to my curio cabinet. For many years I had a large collection of angels...I love angels, but have not been collecting them since my love for teapots/cups began. So, I decided that it was time to get rid of many of my angels in a garage sale (all except the ones that were gifts.) and keep them in another glass cabinet in a different room. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thanks to a blog post posted by teapot collector, Fabby, over at <b><a href="http://fabbysliving.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Fabby's Living</a></b> (<b><span style="color: purple;"><a href="http://fabbysliving.blogspot.com/2016/03/dont-you-just-love-teapots.html" target="_blank">March 20th post</a></span>),</b> I now have some of my favorite teapots/teacups in my curio.</span><span style="font-size: large;">(Though, there isn't room for ALL of them that I own.)</span><span style="font-size: large;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here are a few close-ups of each shelf...</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Blue and white: I have a few blue and white teapots. In the background are some family heirloom plates.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Rose Chintz: I love rose chintz teaware! These are my favorites!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Majolica, Canadian, and Nautical: This display has a variety of some of colorful teaware!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Whimsical and Unique: Another shelf holds a nice variety of modern tea and serving items.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">More Variety: My last shelf holds more antiques, some Asian teaware, and a few white teapots.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I love my new display!! Don't you? (I have several other teapots, but keep them in a different cabinet. I will switch them out every now and again for a little variety in my display.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Yes, it's "OFFICIALLY" spring today...but here in Indiana, the warm spring weather is holding off a little longer...we only had a high of 45 degrees today.(Brrrrr....not quite fishing/boating weather yet!!)</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">That doesn't mean that we can't get in the Spring mood by decorating and putting out our springtime dishsettings...</span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">I started with my dining room centerpiece (the same one I made last year and kept it in storage to display again this year.) This moss-covered mound with three crosses is surrounded by a floral display and in front is an open tomb with the stone rolled away - Hallelujah!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I love this photo of the crosses darkened in the foreground with my lakeview in the background!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here is a close-up of the tomb, with the stone rolled to the side!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My spring teapot for this tablesetting is one I have had for several years. I love the little saying on the side..."A moment of quiet, a cup of tea, and friends...to keep me company."</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My tablesetting has 4 spots with teacups waiting to be filled. Here are close-ups of these "spring" flowered cups and saucers.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My polka-dot egg cups are also back out for this seasonal setting. I found these adorable sequin eggs at Meijer. I had some extra flower-shaped cupcake papers from last year that I set my egg cups for extra pizazz.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">My nesting finch came out of hiding, as well. Here he sits among the flowers in my centerpiece.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">It may be cold outside still, but I'm hoping my Spring table-setting will be a reminder that spring weather is just around the corner. I look forward to seeing all the spring flowers bloom outside, as they are blooming inside at my table today!!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><b>Between family issues and unpredictable weather conditions, my inner clock/self have been beyond catty-womper...(it doesn't help that I continue to suffer from peri-menopausal symptoms and have for going on 15 years now. Been to several doctors and they all say I just have to wait it out!)</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>An old trunk that belonged to my grandmother sits in my 4-season porch. My hubby recently brought home this sad plant that a co-worker almost threw out, in hopes of reviving it. I placed a teapot(a gift from my mother years ago) and a matching cup/saucer I found at a flea market here. They set atop several of my favorite books I like to just flip through when I need a break in my day.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>Some of my "Holland windmill" themed teawares are on display, as well as the floral teapot that I found at Hobby Lobby years ago. </i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>This little milk pitcher fit perfectly on top of my seahorse candleholder...a unique way to display this piece.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>The teapot below (a chintz design) was a recent find at an antique shop.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><i>I also purchased two teacups/saucers with this beautiful floral design.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">The paper plates and napkins were just so adorable and matched the other table decor.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">I put out some past Valentine's Day mugs we had sitting around to partake of some tea or coffee with our meal. I recently purchased the heart-covered teapot at T.J. Maxx. (Thought is was too adorable to pass up!)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">My hubby also had gotten a sweet bouquet of flowers for me on this special day.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">When the shades were drawn and candles were lit, it become a romantic dinner for two!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">Now, my hubby and I had discussed going out for our anniversary dinner, but due to the cold weather and not wanting to spend extra money at this time, we decided to eat in. Years ago, we would have different culture/foreign themed dinners. One we hadn't done before was the Italian theme. After discussing how we could make a romantic themed evening out of this, my hubby purchased some Italian wine.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">I had never tried an international wine before. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">We also decided to go all out and make our own homemade pizza!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">It was SO delicious! The photo above was prior to baking. The photo below(a bit fuzzy) was after baking.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">For dessert - Gelato in two flavors: Southern Butter Pecan and Roman Raspberry. Yummy!!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">After the wonderful, romantic meal, we watched the romantic comedy "Letters to Juliet". Both hubby and I liked it a lot, especially since there were no raunchy sex scenes - Just a decent romance story. And it went well with our "Italian" theme, as the movie took place in Italy. (I would love to visit beautifulItaly some day!)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">What a perfect evening it was!!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">Simple, yet fun!!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">As Valentine's Day approaches, I will continue to leave this tablesetting display up to keep that romantic atmosphere alive!!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "matura mt script capitals"; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">Hope you all are able to enjoy your Valentine's Day with those you love, whether they are family, friends, or your significant other!!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Every year at this is time, I start to get all mushy and romantic. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Not just because Valentine's Day is less than a month away! But the hubby and my wedding anniversary is </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">January <span style="background-color: #fbfbfb; color: #333333; line-height: 115%;">31<sup>st</sup></span>, as well.(It will be our </span></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="background-color: #fbfbfb; color: #333333; line-height: 150%;">29</span><sup style="color: #333333; line-height: 150%;">th</sup>)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">All the romantic cards, candy, and gifts are on display in stores, reminding everyone that romance is in the air!</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The hubby and I often watch movies together and he knows how much of a hopeless romantic I am, so he will often sit through one of my favorites with me, as a gesture of his love. (Honestly, he kind of enjoys the same movies I do, even some of the mushy romantic ones! I know, I'm blessed!)</span></span><br />
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engaged to the odious Prince Humperdinck, is kidnapped and held against her
will in order to start a war, It is up to Westley (her childhood beau, now
returned as the Dread Pirate Roberts) to save her. Lots of adventure, romance,
and comedy in this easygoing, uncomplicated movie, with a happy ending, of
course!(1987)</span></span><br />
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surrounded in a land of kings, princesses, knights, thieves, and unique
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struggles to carve a home and a fortune from the windswept prairie. Along the
way, she forfeits her one chance for love, but never forgets the teenager who
stirred her heart. He (David Strathairn) returns 15 years later and rekindles
within Alexandra a long-buried dream and newfound desire. (1992)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: medium;">8. </span><span style="background-color: #fbfbfb; color: #333333; line-height: 150%;"><u><b>Letters to Juliet:</b></u> While visiting Verona, Italy, with her busy fiancé, a young woman
named Sophie (Amanda Seyfried) visits a wall where the heartbroken leave notes
to Shakespeare's tragic heroine, Juliet Capulet. Finding one such letter from
1957, Sophie decides to write to its now elderly author, Claire (Vanessa
Redgrave). Inspired by Sophie's actions, Claire sets out to find her long-lost
lover, accompanied by her disapproving grandson (Christopher Egan) and Sophie.(2010)</span></span><br />
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trailer of this movie, due to it's location (Italy), one of the most romantic
countries ever! Also, the plot of the story is very intriguing - finding an
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif; font-size: medium;">7. </span><span style="background-color: #fbfbfb; color: #333333; line-height: 150%;"><u><b>The Sound of Music:</b></u> A tuneful, heartwarming story, it is based on the real life story of
the Von Trapp Family singers, one of the world's best-known concert groups in
the era immediately preceding World War II. Julie Andrews plays the role of
Maria, the tomboyish postulant at an Austrian abbey who becomes a governess in
the home of a widowed naval captain with seven children, and brings a new love
of life and music into the home.(1965)</span></span><br />
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of my childhood at least 1,000 times! I love the decency of the romance that
ensues (a rare thing in any movie). Just good, clean, romance, with a happy
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(Keira Knightley) lives with her mother, father and sisters in the English
countryside. As the eldest, she faces mounting pressure from her parents to
marry. When the outspoken Elizabeth is introduced to the handsome and
upper-class Mr. Darcy (Matthew MacFadyen), sparks fly. Although there is
obvious chemistry between the two, Darcy's overly reserved nature threatens the
fledgling relationship.(2005)</span></span><br />
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Turn-of-the-19th-Century England. I love stories that take place in this era! Though it is a little difficult to follow, with their proper English accents, the storyline has lots of twists and turns, making it a worthwhile one to watch!</i></span></span></div>
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newlyweds, but their idyllic life together suddenly shatters when a car accident
leaves her in a coma. When Paige awakes, she has severe memory loss and doesn't
know Leo. She also has a confusing relationship with her parents (Sam Neill,
Jessica Lange) and still harbors feelings for a former fiance (Scott Speedman).
Despite these difficult obstacles, Leo is determined to renew their bond and
rebuild their marriage.(2012)</span></span><br />
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one full of hope, as we watch this couple struggle through their great loss and
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</span><span style="background: rgb(251 , 251 , 251); color: #333333; line-height: 115%;">between our heroes. Gilbert Blythe admires Anne (Megan Follows) when she arrives at
their one-room schoolhouse; he calls her Carrots; she smashes a slate over
his head. This set in motion a whole course of standoffs and shenanigans which,
after many years, finally end as they should—with mutual understanding and respect.
Throughout their teenage and young adult years they flirt and grow in friendship, and
Gilbert even proposes, but is rejected. When he becomes deathly ill, though,
Anne realizes her true feelings for him and re-considers her decision. When
Green Gables partially burns down, Gilbert asks Anne to “marry me now.” And so
they FINALLY get married. Gilbert goes to war and is MIA,</span> <span style="background: rgb(251 , 251 , 251); color: #333333; line-height: 115%;">so Anne travels far and wide to find him in
the midst of World War I. Once reunited, Anne and Gilbert return to Green
Gables for a visit where it all started with their new adopted child in hand.
They begin their long life together planning to have a family and a life full
of imagination.(series:1985-2000)</span></span><br />
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the characters, beautiful setting, and storyline that includes some comedy,
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Rodanthe, N.C., her life is in chaos. There, she hopes to sort through the
trouble surrounding her, while tending a friend's inn for the weekend. The only
guest at the inn is Dr. Paul Flanner (Richard Gere), a man tormented by a
crisis of conscience. As a storm approaches the coast, Paul and Adrienne find
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attempt to bring her out of a deep depression, her best friend, Patti (Sandra
Oh), encourages Frances to take a tour of Italy. During the trip, the new
divorcée impulsively decides to purchase a rural Tuscan villa and struggles to
start her life anew amid colorful local characters, including the handsome
Marcello (Raoul Bova). Many side romance stories develop in this book-based
movie, set in romantic Italy.(2003)</span></span><br />
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Hamilton, an old woman who has senile dementia with memory loss. The story
takes place in 1940s South Carolina, mill worker Noah Calhoun (Ryan Gosling)
and rich girl Allie (Rachel McAdams) are desperately in love. But her parents
don't approve. When Noah goes off to serve in World War II, it seems to mark
the end of their love affair. In the interim, Allie becomes involved with
another man (James Marsden). But when Noah returns to their small town years later,
on the cusp of Allie's marriage, it soon becomes clear that their romance is
anything but over.</span><span style="line-height: 150%;"> </span><span style="background: rgb(251 , 251 , 251); color: #333333; line-height: 150%;">As the story
progresses and as the daily realities of present day occur, the reason why Duke
feels the need to tell Ms. Hamilton the story and what he hopes she gets out of
it become more and more evident. A very moving story of lasting love and
commitment.(2004)</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Yep! I can officially say winter is here in the Midwest in all of it's {freezing, icy, windblown, snow-covered} splendour!!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">We actually had it pretty good for awhile, as autumn seemed to hang on throughout all of November and December. I think we had one snowfall where the snow actually stuck to the ground.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">But, we knew the warmspell would not last forever. And, boy oh boy, were we right!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This past week hit us hard with blizzard-like white-outs and below freezing temps.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Time to pull out the oversized sweaters, winter boots, gloves, hats, and scarves ~ and don't forget the long underwear! :) I recently stopped working and am a full-time homemaker and care-giver for my mom. So, as you will notice, my outfits are more casual.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I really love plaid flannel! This basic black and white checked top, over a black turtle neck sweater, with stretch jeans and my basic black boots are a comfortable and stylish combo.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Gray is also a color I am drawn to. This sweat out fit came from TJ Maxx. A warm top with appliqued desgn is layered over a long white tank. The sweat pants are two-toned, gray in the front and black in the back.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I also love this necklace with beading and southwest silver pieces.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">A close-up of the sweat pants shows the cable design on the front panel of the pants, which is an added favorite.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Another find at TJ Maxx was this cute "Life is Good" Sweatshirt. Combined with stretch jeans and my black suede booties, I am sure to stay cozy on cold winter days.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">A close-up reveals the design on the front of the sweatshirt. I am a big fan of <b><span style="color: #351c75;"><a href="http://www.lifeisgood.com/" target="_blank">Life is Good</a></span></b> brand merchandise and what it stands for. Click on the icon below.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I am wearing another "Life is Good" long-sleeve tee under the sweatshirt, also purchased at TJ Maxx.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I have had my suede black booties for several years. I love wearing them with my thick fuzzy socks.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I love just wearing my fuzzy socks around the house, too.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I also wanted to share a cute pink scarf, gray and white pompm hat, and gray "fingerless" mittens that I like with this outfit. Today, it was 9 degrees out and snowing. In this weather, you can never have enough of these items!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Most of my outfits have been casual. This sweater and skirt is one that is a little dressier. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The sweater is made of the softest yarn I have ever felt. The skirt feels like thick wool, but softer, without the itchy feel. I also am wearing a striped scarf with matching hat and gloves.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">A slit in the back allows me more movement. The sweater also is hooded.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I recently got a great deal on these two-tone books(End of the season sale) at <b>Carsons.<a href="http://www.carsons.com/" target="_blank">http://www.carsons.com/</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Hope you all are staying warm and cozy, no matter where you live and what weather you are having!! </span><br />
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cairncottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10205290020671696920noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7969577152481295507.post-35078077441104557002015-12-19T11:01:00.000-08:002015-12-19T12:47:44.965-08:00Christmas Tea Tablescape<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="color: red; font-family: "edwardian script itc"; font-size: 36.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">I decided to have a Christmas Tea for my dining
room tablescape…lighthouse and nativity included! Yes, it is a unique
combination, but I really love the look! Check out some pictures I took...</span></div>
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Christmas cookies. Unfortunately, I haven't had much time for baking this
Christmas. When I do get a little time, though, I really want to try baking
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<span style="color: red; font-family: "edwardian script itc"; font-size: 36.0pt; line-height: 115%;">Here is a recipe I would like to try. Have you ever made Macarons?</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<i>Adapted from a recipe by Tartelette <a href="http://www.penguinsaysfeedme.com/2011/12/23/christmas-macarons/" target="_blank">(source)</a></i>For the macarons:<br />
100g egg whites (about 3), aged<br />
125g almond meal<br />
150g pure icing sugar<br />
100g caster sugar<br />
cinnamon, for dusting<br />
1. Age your egg whites by leaving them out at room temperature for 24-48 hours, or for 3-5 days in the fridge. Process almond meal and icing sugar in a food processor and sift into a bowl. Process any remaining lumps again and sift again – discard any bits that do not fit through the sieve.<br />
2. Beat egg whites until soft peaks, then gradually add the caster sugar whilst beating until stiff peaks form. Add the dry ingredients in two additions and mix quickly with a spatula a few times to get rid of any large air bubbles. Once the ingredients are starting to incorporate, slow down and fold the mixture until it flows like magma and falls in ribbons from the spatula. Pipe 3cm circles onto sheets lined with baking paper. Confidently rap the baking sheet onto the counter top to allow bubbles to come to the surface, pop these with a toothpick. Sprinkle some cinnamon over the top of half the shells for the eggnog macarons, if desired. Leave the shells out to dry for 30 minutes to an hour to allow a skin to develop on top – when you can touch the surface without any mixture sticking to your finger, they are ready.<br />
3. Preheat the oven to 140ºC. If you have thin baking sheets, place an overturned baking tray into the oven while it is preheating. When the macarons are ready, place the baking sheet on top of the overturned baking tray and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, depending on your oven. The macarons are usually ready when they peel back from the baking paper easily. When they have finished baking, carefully peel the macarons from the baking paper and place onto a wire rack to cool.<br />
For the buttercream:<br />
100g butter, softened<br />
190g icing sugar<br />
2 tbsp milk<br />
1 tsp peppermint essence (for the candy cane macarons)<br />
2 large candy canes, crushed (for the candy cane macarons)<br />
1 tbsp rum (for the eggnog macarons)<br />
1/2 tsp cinnamon (for the eggnog macarons)<br />
pinch of nutmeg (for the eggnog macarons)<br />
4. Beat the butter until light and fluffy, then beat in the icing sugar and milk. Divide the buttercream into two – in one half add the peppermint essence, and in the other half add the rum, cinnamon and nutmeg.<br />
5. Fill the plain shells with peppermint buttercream and roll in crushed candy canes. Fill the cinnamon topped shells with the eggnog buttercream. Place in an airtight container to mature in the fridge for at least 24 hours.</blockquote>
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<b><span style="color: red; font-family: "lucida handwriting"; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 115%;">Another tree on our 4-season porch....next to the "fisherman Santa"</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red; font-family: "lucida handwriting"; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 115%;">The lit tree at night...</span></b><b><span style="color: red; font-family: "lucida handwriting"; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 115%;"><br /></span></b>
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<b><span style="color: red; font-family: "lucida handwriting"; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 115%;">My homemade Christmas glass block also sets in the porch.</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red; font-family: "lucida handwriting"; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 115%;"> A view of the block lit at night.</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red; font-family: "lucida handwriting"; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 115%;">Our front entrance...</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red; font-family: "lucida handwriting"; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 115%;">Frosty and his sled, ready - just in case it snows, which we have none of. Looks like we will be having a "snowless" Christmas this year, as the temps are to go up into the 60's next week.</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red; font-family: "lucida handwriting"; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 115%;">My Christmas birdhouse, surrounded by Christmas decor.</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red; font-family: "lucida handwriting"; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 115%;">The Christmas wreath, lights up at night, too!!</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red; font-family: "lucida handwriting"; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 115%;">This photo came out a little blurry, but the lights surround the entrance. Glittering candy canes follow the walkway to the porch.</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red; font-family: "lucida handwriting"; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 115%;">A close-up view.</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: red; font-family: "lucida handwriting"; font-size: 13.5pt; line-height: 115%;">Hope you all have been enjoying decorating and getting into the Christmas spirit!!!!</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: medium;">A Morning Cup of Joe @ <a href="http://www.thecottagemarket.com/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;">The Cottage Market</a></span></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: medium;"><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: purple;">Catch as Catch Can @ <a href="http://www.myrepurposedlife.com/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;">My Repurposed Life</a></span></b></span><br /><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><span style="color: purple;"><b><a href="http://betweennapsontheporch.net/" style="color: #5f3c1f; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Tablescape Thursday @ Between Naps on the Porch</a></b></span></span><br /><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><b><span style="color: purple;">Freedom Friday </span><span style="color: purple;">@</span><span style="color: #990000;"> <a href="http://www.myturnforus.com/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">My Turn for Us</a></span></b><br /><b><span style="color: purple;"><a href="http://www.classyclutter.net/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Creative Collection Link Party</a><a href="http://www.classyclutter.net/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"> </a></span><a href="http://www.classyclutter.net/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">@ Classy Clutter</a><span style="color: purple;">, and </span><a href="http://www.bloominghomestead.com/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Blooming Homestead</a></b></span></span></div>
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cairncottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10205290020671696920noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7969577152481295507.post-54601418032827643472015-11-28T16:45:00.002-08:002015-11-28T19:30:07.142-08:00Feature Favorites - no. 5<div style="background-color: white; font-family: 'Crafty Girls'; font-size: 19.8px; line-height: 22.176px; text-align: center;">
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<b style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-large;">Welcome to another post of "Feature Favorites"!</b><br />
<b style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-large;">Well, Thanksgiving is over and we now will be focusing on the winter season, Advent, and Christmas. As usual, I will be sharing some sweet blog posts, photos, and feature websites that have recently caught my eye. Hope you enjoy reading them as much as I have.</b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Autumn is definitely here and that means it's time to bring out all the snuggly warm sweaters, knit scarves, and have plenty of layers. The past few weeks have been especially unpredictable...one day is cold and rainy, the next warm and sunny.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "trebuchet ms" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">This year I find myself being drawn to a few styles, most of which are very casual. You see, I am now in the process of being a full-time homemaker. Favorites for me are poncho or blanket sweaters, jeggings (a big fan of these this year), and boho style. I especially love the variety and versatility of "palazzo" pants!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Gray knit poncho with brown fringed edging and batwing sleeve(<span style="color: #351c75;"><a href="http://tjmaxx.tjx.com/store/jump/product/Juniors-Fringe-Aztec-Poncho/1000079719?colorId=NS1400557&pos=1:66&Ntt=knit%20poncho" target="_blank">TJ Maxx)</a></span></span></div>
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<span style="background-color: #f8f8f8; text-align: start;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><span style="color: #333333;">Boho 70's Ivory Long Sleeve Cardigan Duster Long Maxi Sweater (</span><span style="color: #674ea7;"><a href="http://stores.ebay.com/BellaKern/_i.html?_nkw=Boho+70%27s+IVORY+CHUNKY+Long+Sleeve+Cardigan&submit=Search&_sid=23500022" target="_blank">similar</a></span><span style="color: #333333;">)</span></span></span></div>
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<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: large;">Black print Palazzo pants with design around leg bottom.(</span><span style="color: #351c75; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.target.com/p/palazzo-soft-pant-mossimo-supply-co/-/A-17269023?ci_src=17588969&ci_sku=17269023&ref=tgt_adv_XS000000&AFID=google_pla_df&CPNG=PLA_Women%2BShopping&adgroup=Palazzos_SC&LID=700000001170770pgs&network=g&device=c&location=1017011&gclid=CP6lrIe7-MgCFQiraQod0GELkg&gclsrc=aw.ds" target="_blank">similar</a></span><span style="font-size: large;">)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large; text-align: left;">Red knit eternity scarf(</span><span style="color: #351c75; font-size: large; text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/like/191714736343?ul_noapp=true&chn=ps&lpid=82" target="_blank">similar</a></span><span style="font-size: large; text-align: left;">)</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Dark blue jeggings(</span><span style="color: #351c75; font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.walmart.com/ip/Faded-Glory-Women-s-Denim-Jeggings/42995228" target="_blank">Walmart)</a></span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Blue headband/scarf(</span><span style="color: #351c75; font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.luulla.com/product/242844/infinity-scarf---snood-eternity-scarf-circle-scarf-jersey-scarf-tube-scarf-loop-scarf-snood-t" target="_blank">similar</a></span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">)</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Gray slouchy sweater (thrifted)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Striped henley shirt(</span><span style="color: #351c75; font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.sierratradingpost.com/columbia-sportswear-perfect-layer-striped-henley-sweater-cotton-linen-3and4-sleeve-for-women~p~6275p/" target="_blank">similar</a></span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Gray skirt with Asian print detail(thrifted)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">gray infinity scarf (</span><span style="color: #351c75; font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.solesociety.com/ss042-scarf-light-grey.html" target="_blank">similar</a></span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">white plastic belt(</span><span style="color: #20124d; font-family: inherit; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.ebay.com/itm/Wide-White-Braided-Belt-for-Women-Leather-3-Cinch-Fashion-Dress-Casual-/200629480132" target="_blank">similar</a></span><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">)</span></li>
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cairncottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10205290020671696920noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7969577152481295507.post-26753076399158668742015-10-25T17:11:00.001-07:002015-10-29T19:29:27.201-07:00Fall Projects/More Autumn Pictures<br />
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once again with some more fall pictures. It sure seems like fall has lasted
longer and later in the season and I keep finding beautiful things to take
pictures of.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Kristen ITC"; font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;">From gorgeous sunrises over the lake...</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Kristen ITC'; font-size: 18pt; line-height: 115%;">It’s been
quite a crazy few weeks here at Cairn Cottage, too. We have had to go through
some difficult situations – the passing of my father-in-law, as well as getting
ready to soon step down from my job at my church.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Kristen ITC'; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">My mom stopped out for a visit and threw out a line. No lucky catch that day, though.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Kristen ITC'; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">... I glued the stones as hubby positioned them on top of one another.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Kristen ITC'; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">The completed project!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Kristen ITC'; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">A stone bench, which has to have a wood seat attached yet, was also completed. (It will be a great spot for keeping warm by the fire pit.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Kristen ITC'; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">Today, we completed part 2 of a project we actually started in July... a fence to keep our little doggies in the yard. Of course, hubby added some of his rocks for beauty and effect.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: 'Kristen ITC'; font-size: 24px; line-height: 27.6px;">...As the sun set this evening, we saw the moonrise. A beautiful orange glow on the autumn trees was breathtaking!!</span></div>
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cairncottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10205290020671696920noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7969577152481295507.post-39264834080562304662015-10-19T18:41:00.000-07:002015-10-23T04:50:19.339-07:00A Visit to Detroit and Some Fall Foliage<div class="MsoNormal">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">We visited this state park, just outside the city, called <b><u><a href="http://www.michigandnr.com/parksandtrails/Details.aspx?id=736&type=SPRK" target="_blank">Belle Isle Park.</a></u></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">We went in the late afternoon, so we got some awesome pics of the city from the park.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Looking out from this bridge is <b><u><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lake_St._Clair" target="_blank">Lake St. Clair</a></u></b> - situated south of Lake Huron and North of Lake Erie. When looking across the lake, one can view both the U.S. and Canada at the same time.</span><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLLQGQsZTdDaHSi01QuDxvl_hzLQm0I6qwsps4zhTJLOzxf84qmxmRwAFUWVT6IDng5R_Luc3U7QkqTDbkza0Mj3E8mFY3Aw8hGZOwqW_jHYja0OOiMAlNDmlNZ5kPmYq0XHsJmj5WEts/s1600/DSCN5695.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLLQGQsZTdDaHSi01QuDxvl_hzLQm0I6qwsps4zhTJLOzxf84qmxmRwAFUWVT6IDng5R_Luc3U7QkqTDbkza0Mj3E8mFY3Aw8hGZOwqW_jHYja0OOiMAlNDmlNZ5kPmYq0XHsJmj5WEts/s640/DSCN5695.JPG" width="640" /></a></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">We got to see some beautiful clouds and the sun, as it was starting to set.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Our son love collecting unique rocks and seashells. We found quite a few.(Our doggies helped, too.)</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">As we drove through the city of Detroit, we saw some awesome architecture....</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The old <b><u><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wayne_County_Building" target="_blank">Wayne County Building</a></u></b> - <span style="background: white; color: #252525; line-height: 115%;">It formerly contained the </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="background: white; color: #0b0080;">Wayne County</span></span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: white; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #252525; line-height: 115%;"> administrative offices –
now located in the </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="background: white; color: #0b0080;">Guardian Building</span></span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: white; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #252525; line-height: 115%;"> at 500 Griswold Street –
and its </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="background: white; color: #0b0080;">courthouse</span></span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: white; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #252525; line-height: 115%;">. The Wayne County building
was listed on the </span><span style="line-height: 115%;"><span style="background: white; color: #0b0080;">National
Register of Historic Places</span></span><span style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: white; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #252525; line-height: 115%;"> in 1975.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span lang="EN" style="font-weight: bold;"> <b><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Renaissance_Center" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Detroit Renaissance Center</span></a></b> - </span><span lang="EN" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: white; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #252525;">also known as the GM Renaissance Center (and nicknamed the RenCen) It is the third </span><span lang="EN">tallest all-hotel skyscraper </span><span lang="EN" style="background: white; color: #252525;">in the </span><span lang="EN" style="background: white; color: #0b0080;">Western Hemisphere</span><span lang="EN" style="background: white; color: #252525;">, and features the largest rooftop restaurant, Coach Insignia. It has been the </span><span lang="EN" style="background: white; color: #0b0080;">tallest building</span><span lang="EN" style="background: white; color: #252525;"> in </span><span lang="EN" style="background: white; color: #0b0080;">Michigan</span><span lang="EN" style="background-attachment: initial; background-clip: initial; background-color: white; background-image: initial; background-origin: initial; background-position: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-size: initial; color: #252525;"> since it was erected in 1977.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Being in Detroit was fun!! Seeing our son was awesome!! Because we were a little early to see the fall colors in their brightest, I found some online and am also sharing them here. Enjoy!!</span></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif; font-size: 18pt;">"Fall In Love With Michigan"</span></b><b><span style="font-family: 'Bookman Old Style', serif; font-size: 24pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: #444444; font-family: "Arial","sans-serif"; font-size: 16.0pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-font-kerning: 18.0pt;">Nothing beats the crisp crunch of autumn leaves
beneath your feet as you spend a lovely day enjoying the fall
colors. Whether you’re walking around your neighborhood or hiking your
favorite Michigan trail, there’s something wonderful about taking the time to
appreciate nature. </span></b></div>
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http://theodysseyonline.com/wayne-state-uni/travel-guide-michigan-in-fall/171486</div>
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(https://lightcentric.wordpress.com/tag/michigan-fall-color-fall-foliage-color-fall-color-michigan-u-p-new-england-tahquamenon-falls-fayette-state-park-pictured-rocks-national-lakeshore-miners-castle-miners-beach-porcupine-mou/)<br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(http://gr8lakescamper.blogspot.com/2012/10/plan-your-michigan-hunting-or-outdoor.html#.Vhp4m3pVhBc)</span></div>
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Peak colors predicted for Michigan are Oct. 1 – 17 for northern and Oct. 5 – 21
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(http://www.lovethesepics.com/2013/10/american-the-beautiful-in-autumn-peak-fall-foliage-dates-for-48-states-50-pics/)</span><br />
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behind southern Michigan. I’ve snapped a few pics that I will be sharing soon.
Till then, here is a glance at what we will be getting.</span><span style="font-size: 18.0pt; line-height: 115%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/22955693@N07/4619510937/" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.901961); color: #999999; outline: 0px; text-align: start;">fall colors in indiana</a><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.901961); text-align: start;"> (by </span><a href="http://flickr.com/photos/22955693@N07" style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.901961); color: black; outline: 0px; text-align: start;">jim totton</a><span style="background-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0.901961); text-align: start;">)</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(http://raspberrytart.tumblr.com/post/3319998862/fall-colors-in-indiana-by-jim-totton)</span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><a href="http://cedarhillfarmhouse.com/" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">The Scoop</a> @ Cedar Hill Farmhouse</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Make It Pretty Monday<a href="http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"> @ The Dedicated House</a></span></b><br /><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b><span style="line-height: 21.56px; text-align: left;">Be Inspired Party</span><span style="line-height: 21.56px; text-align: left;"> </span><span style="line-height: 21.56px; text-align: left;">@ </span><span style="line-height: 21.56px; text-align: left;"><a href="http://elizabethandco.blogspot.com/" style="line-height: 21.56px; text-decoration: none;">Elizabeth & Co</a></span></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b> <a href="http://www.lifeonlakeshoredrive.com/" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">A Bouquet of Talent</a><a href="http://www.lifeonlakeshoredrive.com/" style="text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"> @ Line on Lakeshore Drive</a></b></span><br />
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that fall is actually on its way and summer is sizzling slowly away…. <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Gabriola;"><span style="font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;">We finally stained it all one color and added a rug to go under our outdoor dining table. We hope to also add stone seating </span><span style="font-size: 29.3333px; line-height: 33.7333px;">around</span><span style="font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;"> the firepit and some decorative stone edging. Lastly, we plan on purchasing a pergola to surround the dining area. (I'm not sure if we will have time to get it all done before the cold weather hits, but we sure are going to try.)</span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;">Now, the leaves on our maple and oak trees haven’t turned color, yet. But the cooler evenings and shorter daylight hours will soon change that. </span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;">As I sadly say goodbye to sweet summer, I once again look to my décor with the colorful oranges, yellows, and reds.</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Gabriola;"><span style="font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;">But last year's yellow mums are still a </span><span style="font-size: 29.3333px; line-height: 33.7333px;">favorite</span><span style="font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;">!</span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;">My ceramic owl showed his saucer-sized eyes, once again, as well. Here, he sits in a nest of bright leaves.</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;">A new door hanging reminds all who enter to give thanks...</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;">Sunflowers are a must!! This bouquet in my matching pitcher brighten the whole room...</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Gabriola;"><span style="font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;">A </span><span style="font-size: 29.3333px; line-height: 33.7333px;">centerpiece</span><span style="font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;">, filled with candles, leaves, and mini-pumpkins continue the autumn allure.</span></span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;">When candles are lit (or turned on, as the two end candles are battery-operated) the room takes on a glowing ambience.</span></b><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;"> The table runner that I recently purchased reminds me of all the wonderful things I look forward to when Autumn arrives.</span></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: Gabriola;"><span style="font-size: 29.3333px; line-height: 33.7333px;"><b>Orange pumpkin dessert plates atop my red napkins and two-toned dinner plates.</b></span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Gabriola; font-size: 22pt; line-height: 33.7333px;">I still love to display a few of the tables-setting spots with leaf and words dessert plates, as well....like this one that says "blessings".</span></b></div>
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cairncottagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10205290020671696920noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7969577152481295507.post-77977492797557697542015-09-05T03:38:00.000-07:002015-09-09T16:20:59.638-07:00Feature Favorites - no. 4<div style="text-align: center;">
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<b style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-large;">Welcome to another post of "Feature Favorites"!</b><br />
<b style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-large;">Where has the time gone? I've been so very busy that it is a relief to finally have a little time to relax and just read other blogs and websites. Check out some of my favorites over the past few weeks.</b></div>
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><a href="http://cedarhillfarmhouse.com/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"><span style="color: purple;">The Scoop</span></a><span style="color: purple;"> @ </span><span style="color: #cc0000;">Cedar Hill Farmhouse</span></span></b></div>
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<span style="color: purple;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;">Make It Pretty Monday<a href="http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"> @ The Dedicated House</a></span></b></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: purple;"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;">A Morning Cup of Joe @ <a href="http://www.thecottagemarket.com/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;">The Cottage Market</a></span></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: medium;"><b><span style="color: purple;">Catch as Catch Can @ <a href="http://www.myrepurposedlife.com/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;">My Repurposed Life</a></span></b><br /><b><span style="color: purple;">Freedom Friday </span><span style="color: purple;">@</span><span style="color: #990000;"> <a href="http://www.myturnforus.com/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">My Turn for Us</a></span></b><br /><b><span style="color: purple;"><a href="http://www.classyclutter.net/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Creative Collection Link Party</a><a href="http://www.classyclutter.net/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank"> </a></span><a href="http://www.classyclutter.net/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">@ Classy Clutter</a><span style="color: purple;">, and </span><a href="http://www.bloominghomestead.com/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Blooming Homestead</a></b><br /><b style="line-height: 27.7199993133545px;"><span style="color: purple;"><a href="http://www.the-chicken-chick.com/" style="color: #be0100; text-decoration: none;" target="_blank">Clever Chicks Blog Hop</a> </span><span style="color: #990000;">@ The Chicken Chick</span></b></span></div>
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