I finally remembered to bring the doves, who were living in the office, outside to their seasonal home on the porch. I love these beauties.

And I carefully walked around the gardens and took some photos yesterday, which I’ll share soon. Here, you see the white violets that have self-seeded their way into my garden bed.

It’s amazing how much is revealed via the camera lens. You barely see the purple marks with the naked eye.

The other day, I got a package in the mail from my friend Barbara, who lives in Alberta, Canada. That’s two packages from Alberta this week! Barbara is a miniature lover and she sent me a package with a Paris theme. Sigh of happiness.

Charming canisters.

Some window boxes.

Some Eiffel Tower charms which can be transformed into a decorative element in one or more of the dollhouses, a black and white print of the Eiffel Tower, and a Paris pillow.

And this gorgeous console table. Isn’t it lovely?

Oh, I forgot – there’s a little charm that can be made into a mirror, as well! Forgot to take a picture.

Thank you so much, Barbara. I love every little thing. The package arrived on a day when my back was quite painful and the reveal of its contents put a big old smile on my face!

I am blessed with friends that I have met via this blog. I never take it for granted.

I’ve not seen many rabbits this year – only one. And I’m not sure if the groundhog I saw long ago was Henry, which makes me worry that he’s no longer with us. I guess I’ll have to wait and watch. We see a guy who travels here from the shed next door. We’ve named him Joe, but he could be Nigel from last year. Who knows? But Henry? Henry, if you’re here, reveal yourself, please. Don and Claudia are worried about you.

Still being careful in my movements, which is getting tiresome. But better safe than sorry!

Happy Friday.