I couldn’t resist. As I was trying to capture a photo of the ever-elusive Riley the other day, his tongue came out at the exact moment I snapped the picture. What would be your caption for this photo? I have several ideas, but I will keep them to myself until I hear yours.
Thank you, sweet friends, for all the lovely anniversary wishes. They made our day! As I predicted, yesterday was spent raking, raking, raking and then more raking as we cleaned up the outside of MHC a bit. Of course, more leaves will fall, but the Maple in the front yard is almost bare. We’ve had a few windstorms lately that have hastened the process. We also cleaned out the gutters. Lots of fresh air and work makes for a good night’s sleep! Apart from the work outside, husband went into town and brought home Thai food for dinner. Ummmm! Love Pad Thai. As you know, Don does 98% of the cooking here and he wanted an evening off. Well deserved, I might add. Our anniversary was low-key and quite lovely.
Today I continue on my cleaning binge. I have a list and everything must be completed before my sister arrives on Thursday. We go to the New York Sheep and Wool Festival, otherwise known as Rhinebeck, every October. It is this coming weekend. Meredith has been dealing with swine flu – both her boys have had it – and she needs a restful time at her sister’s! I adore her and can’t wait to see her. We laugh like crazy, the dogs get spoiled by their Aunt, we talk about everything under the sun, she gets to knit without distractions, we watch baseball and generally have a great time. Don is playing at a cafe on Friday night, so Mer will be able to hear him live.
My latest obsession, or about-to-be-obsession? Antique hatpin holders. I saw one that was going to go up for auction yesterday, and had Heidi bid on it, but it went for more than I was willing to pay. So I visited ebay – oh my gosh, there are so many beautiful hatpin holders! I see a new collection coming on!
Have a great day, my friends.
It looks like Riley is blowing you a kiss!
It would make a great Pink Saturday post!
Have a great time with your sister!
sounds like a wonderful day. Raking is hard but meditative, don’t you think? Happy Anniversary!
janet
Oh, Riley looks so sweet! Although it looks like she’s smacking her lips for something good to eat! You weren’t dressed as Red Riding Hood were you? LOL!!
Sounds like you had an enjoyable Anniversary . . . doesn’t matter what you do as long as you’re together!
I can’t wait to see your new collection spring forth, Claudia! Isn’t the hunt thrilling?!
Hugs,
Teresa
That is one of the cutest pictures I have ever seen. He is so dear. Enjoy your visit with your sister…julie
Very cool! Martha sent me one last week! My mom thought it was great her grandmother had had one. Enjoy your hunt! Glad you had a great day. And I think Riley was sitcking his tongue at you for taking advantage of the situation! hehehe He is a sweetie!!
Hugs, Lisa
Love that photo of Riley! I think he’s saying, “Mmmmmm… thai food!”
Hugs,
Jill
I can’t wait to get there!!!!!!
Scout and Riley your Aunt Mere has some presents. I can’t wait to pet you both.
See you on Thursday.
XO,
M
I know you will have a great visit with Meredith. Pls take sheep pix at Rhinebeck! Sorry I can’t be there ;-(
And a photo of Mere in her Rhinebeck sweater!
“Go ahead, take the shot, I’ll beat you at your own game. Take my picture will you, hmmpf.” Or something to that effect. It’s an adorable picture, you got lucky with that one!
Oh, Riley, you are just toooo sweet!!! Hmmm… How about “Bet you can’t do this, mom!”…. or “Nose licking good” if he’d just finished eating (poor humans, they only get to say finger licking good)…
Have a great time with your sister, Claudia!
Donna
My caption: “BET YOU CAN’T DO THIS MOM?”
Hope your 11th year is filled with love, passion, kisses, and hugs.
Have fun!
Love Claudie
oxo