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Watching the world go by on the porch

July 25, 2008 at 8:33 am by Claudia

After two days of rain, sometimes lots of rain, we were shocked to feel a cool breeze last night. It seems the humidity finally broke – at least for a day or so. I quickly opened all the windows and Scout, Riley and I spent some time on the porch. Have to grab porch time while we can. As you can see, Scout loves time on the porch. She really goes into watchdog mode, checking out every movement, every squirrel, all bikers (motorcycle or pedal), any noise from the neighbors… all is processed and if necessary, barked at. The bike rider daring to bike by our house? Bark, bark, bark! Noisy trucks and motorcycles? Bark, bark, bark, bark, bark! A squirrel? Oh boy, bark, run, bark, run , bark! Talk about living in the moment!

Hope your day is a breezy one.

Filed Under: porch, Scout 3 Comments

My hankie

July 22, 2008 at 1:33 pm by Claudia


Today I received this lovely package in the mail. It was sent to me by Donna. Donna read a comment I made on Romantic Home, saw my name, and sent me a lovely note asking me whether I would like this:

Yes, of course, I love it! Donna had this sweet hankie with “Claudia” on it and had been waiting to give it to a Claudia. How lucky I am that she found me. Thank you, Donna, for the beautifully wrapped package (the little note card in the center said “Enjoy!”). Thank you especially for your thoughtfulness. You made my day!

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Butterfly

July 20, 2008 at 2:50 pm by Claudia

I was sitting in our den, crocheting away, when I happened to look out the window and I saw this beauty! Of course, I ran for my camera and the beautiful butterfly willingly posed for several minutes.

If anyone knows what particular kind of butterfly this is, I would be so happy to know. I only know it is absolutely beautiful and a wonderful miracle on a Sunday afternoon.

More later…

I’ve been researching, and this seems to be an Eastern Tiger Swallowtail butterfly. Who knew?


Filed Under: garden, nature 1 Comment

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I live in a little cottage in the country with my husband. It's a sweet place, sheltered by old trees and surrounded by gardens. The inside is full of the things we love. I love to write, I love my camera, I love creating, I love gardening. My decorating style is eclectic; full of vintage and a bit of whimsy.

I've worked in the theater for more years than I can count. I'm currently a voice, speech, dialect and text coach freelancing on Broadway, off Broadway, and in regional theater.

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