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Saturday

October 19, 2019 at 9:32 am by Claudia

The excitement is growing here at the cottage!

There’s lots to do between now and tomorrow, but I’m confident we have it all under control. Meanwhile, Don is taking portraits at a Fall Fair in our neighborhood for a few hours this afternoon.

We had a frost last night, and while I don’t think it was a hard frost, the morning glories look like they may be done, as well as some other tender plants. I brought the Boston Fern inside. The other porch flowers look okay so far, though some of the impatiens might be gone. I’ve decided I’m going to place them all outside the porch on benches and chairs, as it looks like it might rain enough to keep them moist while I’m gone. If they make it, great. If they don’t, I’ll be okay, as they won’t have much more time after that. There’s definitely a change in the weather around here as we head toward the end of October and the beginning of November.

All the things you have to think about – especially at this time of year!

Both Don and I got hair cuts yesterday. I got a couple of inches taken off and I’m glad I did. Last year, I didn’t have time to do that before we left and I felt that my hair looked ragged. Don took this pic after I got home.

Okay. Lots to do today. I have to get moving.

Happy Saturday.

Filed Under: autumn, flowers, garden 21 Comments

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  1. Ellen D. says

    October 19, 2019 at 9:53 am

    Enjoy your trip! I am traveling tomorrow, too. I am going to Italy with my daughter – first time for both of us. Venice, Florence, Rome. Beyond excited!! Safe travels to all!

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    • Claudia says

      October 19, 2019 at 10:18 am

      Have a wonderful time, Ellen! Bon voyage!

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  2. sue silva says

    October 19, 2019 at 10:25 am

    Love the picture of you, Claudia. Your silvers are glorious!

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    • Claudia says

      October 19, 2019 at 1:12 pm

      Thanks, Sue!

      Reply
  3. Marion Shaw says

    October 19, 2019 at 11:08 am

    Have a wonderful time!!

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    • Claudia says

      October 19, 2019 at 1:12 pm

      Thank you, Marion!

      Reply
  4. Tina McKenna says

    October 19, 2019 at 12:31 pm

    I love this, “let’s fly to Paris, let’s just do it!” I wish I had your daring! And your beautiful gray hair. Have a magical time, you two lovebirds!

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    • Claudia says

      October 19, 2019 at 1:12 pm

      Thank you, Tina!

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      • Janet K. says

        October 19, 2019 at 1:26 pm

        What a cute picture! Don has a way with a camera that catches such good expressions. I hope your trip is all things wonderful and your travels are safe. Whatever you are able to share would be appreciated as it was great to travel along with you both last time. If not that’s fine too, as I’m sure you will tell us when you return. Happy Trails! ☺

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        • Claudia says

          October 19, 2019 at 3:44 pm

          Thank you, Janet!

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  5. Donnamae says

    October 19, 2019 at 2:42 pm

    I’ll bet you have growing excitement. Travel safe…and have a most wonderful time!! ;)

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    • Claudia says

      October 19, 2019 at 3:44 pm

      Thank you, Donna!

      Reply
  6. tammy j says

    October 19, 2019 at 3:20 pm

    great picture! and a wonderful LIFE filled post! XOXO

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    • Claudia says

      October 19, 2019 at 3:45 pm

      Thank you, Tammy!

      Reply
  7. Jenny says

    October 19, 2019 at 3:37 pm

    Hair cut looks great. Paris here you come!!

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    • Claudia says

      October 19, 2019 at 3:45 pm

      Thank you, Jenny!

      Reply
  8. Chris K in Wisconsin says

    October 19, 2019 at 4:04 pm

    Safe travels!! Hope you have an amazing adventure. Can’t wait to hear about it and see the photos! ♡

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    • Claudia says

      October 19, 2019 at 4:10 pm

      Thank you, Chris!

      Reply
  9. Marilyn says

    October 19, 2019 at 6:17 pm

    Enjoy your trip. You look lovely in the picture. Your hair looks so nice.
    Marilyn

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  10. Mary Ellen says

    October 19, 2019 at 10:17 pm

    Safe travels and have an amazing time!

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  11. jeanie says

    October 19, 2019 at 11:04 pm

    You look great!

    Bon Voyage!

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