Fall Decorations

I've been stung by the fall decorating bug. It's getting cool at night and it brings out the domestic side and the decorating desires. I know there are some that think it's too early and they're probably right. I fought the urge to the best of my ability. I'm weak. What can I say?

The pictures aren't the best quality since they are from my cel phone. I'm having computer/camera issues at the moment so for now this is the best I can do.

The kitchen island. I love it.

This would be the stairway to the basement

The kitchen table

This is my favorite time of year. I have such fun decorating and trying to find that one piece that just works with what I'm trying to do. Not sure if my efforts are always appreciated, but I try.

Sunflower Virgin No More

My favorite flower is the sunflower, yet I've never owned one of my own - until yesterday. I went to visit Velda whom I haven't seen in a very long time. It was during my visit and our conversation about the things I like and how simple a girl I am to please, that she gave me a sunflower from her bouquet of flowers from her husband. I'm so touched. I love it. I cried a little bit... wet teary eyes.

I have this beauty now sitting on my counter. It looks right at home and brings a smile to my face every time I walk past it.

Velda, you know me so well... too well sometimes. I love you! Thank you so much for something that just comes so easily from you - your thoughtfulness! You took an otherwise tough day (and week) and made it a little more bearable.

Is it silly of me to be crying as I type this. I really need to get a life!

The Wonders of Watermelon

In my blog reading, I find some very interesting things. This is a most recent awesome find. Thank you Jenni. Copied with permission. Go on over and show her some love, too.

The Watermelon Credo is meant to be a starting point in generating a positive attitude.

W – Whatever you believe creates your reality.
A – Attitude is the magic word.
T – Together everyone achieves more.
E – Enthusiasm is the wellspring of life.
R – Respect yourself, as well as other.
M – Make commitments, not excuses.
E – Everyday can be a fun day.
L – Love is the answer.
O – One day at a time.
N – Never give up or become a victim.

As you can see in my recent postings, my life has been a bit off kilter. I discovered this Watermelon piece the other day and it's been flitting around in the back of my mind since.

I'm really working in my head to get things figured out and I'm going to carry this close to my heart as an added tool too.

Cute Boy and I are working more towards a common goal of happiness than I've felt in a very long time. It does my heart good and leaves the lingers of a tiny smile on my face at all times.

Princess is really struggling and that is the problem in the equation right now. I'm hopefully although not optimistic that will change any time soon.

On that note I'm serving up a delicious dessert of Watermelon for dessert tonight.