~A Different Memory Board~

Last week while Spring cleaning I washed all my appliances and all the little bits and pieces in my kitchen....I tell you that was a job, and I'm happy to be finished with it. This is my refrig and I love it. Not only is it important for food storage and I love the water and ice feature but it's my bulletin board too. Here is the front with a few of my favorite magnets, pictures of Lisa and a little dog I will never forget......on the right side I keep my shopping list (which hopefully I remember to take with me), appointments cards and important numbers.......but the left side is my favorite.
It's my version of a memory board. I have pictures of near and dear ones, celebrations, friends and memories of times gone by that just make me smile. You can click on any of the pictures for a close up.
The top right picture is Carl's mom and dad on their 50th wedding anniversary, that was such a wonderful celebration, below that is a favorite picture of my mom and dad at the fair...we had wonderful parents and such great times together. Then there are the sidewalk pictures of my grandma and auntie. You can also see Lisa celebrating on her 21st birthday and under that is a picture of me on my first day of school. I loved school but this picture looks like I'm about to cry.
To the left are pictures of my honey. He has always loved to fish and you see one of his proud catches when he was a little boy. He was cute even then. The picture under the Evenrude magnet was on our 25th anniversary, we were on a cruise and it was just so much fun.
The three pictures to the left are of our family in Texas, that's my sister in law in the sun glasses and her sweet husband next to her. Under that is a picture of us girls taken on our visit a couple of years ago(we're going shopping) and under that picture is a picture of her and family...I just love it. To the left are all friends on just fun get togethers. Most of them, have moved to other states, I talk to them often....but I like to keep them close. There is a picture of our houseboat in the delta, which I can hardly wait to get back too and my favorite hummer picture.

I loved sharing my pictures with you.........What do you have on your refrig? Post a picture and let me know. I'll add a link on my blog . Have a happy day.......hugs, Linda

My Lovely Calla Lily

Ever since I was a young girl, really a child I've loved the Calla Lily. Last year my floral friend gave me a few of the bulbs and so far this is my only bloom...but I do see two more buds coming along. I wanted to pick this beauty for the longest time and finally did on Saturday. The weather was rainy and it did get a little bruised so I knew it was time to rescue it. When I was little I loved to run my fingers over the little yellow center cone and all the powder would come off on my fingers.....oh, my Grandma use to to get so upset with me.....but I just couldn't help myself. Now I know better.
I think this is one of the most lovely flowers....I put it in a favorite piece of moonstone and set it on the dining room table on the most lovely table runner. This runner was a Christmas gift from my friend Michelle at I'm A Little Tea Pot and I love it. Let me show you the beautiful embroidery...
Look at the wonderful Calla Lillie's, pretty, pretty, pretty. There was a little tag on the back and look what it says........
It says..... for my birthday and on the other side it says.....
The date, 2-8-79......from and by Brenda DeJager. What a precious gift......I know I will take loving care of it, enjoy and treasure it always.



When you have only two pennies left in the world, buy a loaf of bread with one and a lily with the other ~Chinese Proverb~ Hugs to all, Linda

The Johnson Girls and a Surprise

Hi everyone! Have you had a busy day? So many of you are doing Spring cleaning the bug bit me today too. My bedroom is finished and nearly all the kitchen and now I'm taking a well deserved break. Earlier this week was our Johnson Girl's get together (this is my name for our group...all friends from high school). We met for lunch at a beautiful new restaurant called Scott's Seafood On The River. You have a wonderful view of the river and can enjoy all the action on the river as you dine. The food is absolutely delish and the service is outstanding. Here we are.......look how we've grown. Originally there were three of us and then by word of mouth we re-connected with more of our former classmates. Let me introduce you... Starting on the left and going around the table is Jeannie, Janet, Judy, Janice, Ann, Marcia, Me, and Susan. One friend Sharon is missing today. You can click on any of the pictures to see better. The waiter had just served our lunch and we were ooooing and aaaahing over how yummy everything looked. It was great seeing everyone and hearing their latest news.
Look what sweet Jeannie brought for me. Three of the most darling hats that had been her mom's. This is so precious, the palest of pink and don't you just love the bow?
This one is lovely with leaves and flowers and can you see the beautiful green veil? I love hats with veils...I think they make you appear very mysterious.
This one is so light and airy...a purple veil and velveteen ribbon. Simple but charming. We're having a tea party in May and I know we'll be wearing these darlings. Thank you Jeanie...these are treasure and I love them.

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Here is a surprise I also wanted to share. This is from my friend Priscilla in England. Look at the Easter treats! Isn't that the cutest towel ...my favorite color and how cute of a design Time for Tea, lovely mint tea, delicious candy eggs (I opened right away), hot chocolate drink mixes, Outrageous Orange was so yummy, and look at the darling whisk. I used it Easter morning to whisk up eggs for french toast. When I was using it I thought of Priscilla, and her mum and dad and wondered what they were doing as I was fixing breakfast. Do you ever do that? Look at a picture or a gift someone has given you...and think of them, I do it all the time.
Little things just mean so much. Who would have thought in just eight short months I would have met so many wonderful friends blogging. I do think of you as friends and our blogs are like a telephone connection to each other. I have more fun visiting each of you. Well I'd better go now...have a happy weekend and I'll be chatting with you soon. Hugs, Linda

Our Happy Day and Swap Treasures

Hi everyone! I hope everyone had a Happy Easter, I know we did. Ours was great filled with lots of fun, happiness and love. Here we are just before sitting down for dinner.George spent the weekend with us, I love having family here and Carl is having the best time with his brother. They love talking about old times, going to the fishing hole along the river and even to the flea market.
Isn't this the sweetest bunny? I just love it! The guys went to the flea market on Saturday and this was an Easter surprise for me from George. When he saw it he said "this is Linda". When I opened it I knew this had to be our table centerpiece...too cute. Look at the cute little glass chick, it's one of my basket treats from my honey. We've always exchanged baskets with our family and friends it's just a tradition we enjoy. Do you see the little floating flower candles at each place? They are part of my Easter swap lovelies from Cate at A Charmed Life. My package arrived Saturday just in time for Easter.
Look at my special basket! It is so pretty, I love it! I think I'll put it beside my bed with books I'm reading and my journals. Cate is just so clever and creative look at all the precious treasures that were inside........
First let me tell you everything was wrapped in the prettiest pink and turquoise tissue and as I opened each package all I could say was "how pretty, oh, look, how neat, I love this"......there was the prettiest journal and notepad with pen, a darling flower mug with teas, candies, the floating candles, (click on the picture for a close up of all the treasures) the prettiest chenille heart and an egg that Cate made and the sweetest Easter bracelet she also made and a rose hanky. Cate, thank you for all the lovelies. Each time I use one of my treasures I will be reminded of my sweet new blogging friend.

Today is another pretty day, I'm meeting my Johnson friends for lunch at a beautiful new restaurant on the river....it will be fun to see everyone and catch up on the latest happenings. Do you have plans for today? Whatever you do just have a happy day. Hugs, Linda

~~HAPPY EASTER~~

To each and everyone I'm wishing you a most joyful Easter.

Have a happy day with family and friends. Hugs, Linda

~~The Rabbit Hunt~~

Hi Everyone! Did you know Jayne at Country Cottage Chic is having a Rabbit Hunt? What fun. Hop on over to her place and learn more about the hunt. I love bunny rabbits and here are more of my little ones. You can click on any of the pictures to enlarge. On my side-boy I have some favorites.The little one in front of the lamb my mom made, and she made the lamb too. The glitter rabbit and the little one under the cloche were gifts from Lisa.
This little bunny has a sweet face and is wishing everyone Happy Easter. My mom made her too. She loved doing ceramics, so I have lots of treasures from her.
This is a little thrift store find. I liked her coloring and cute face.
The picture on the left is me when I was 5 years old and the other is Lisa when she was also five. The little bunny I've had for along time. I don't even remember where I bought her. She has a couple of boo-boos but that makes her even more special to me.
Here is my kitchen companion.....a thrift store find. I hope you have fun on the Rabbit Hunt, I know I did.

Tomorrow I'll be shopping for our Easter dinner and doing last minute things around here. Are you ready for Easter, or are you doing last minute things like me? Have a happy Friday getting ready for Sunday. Hugs, Linda

~~~Bunnies~~~

Spring is here and in just a few short days it will be Easter. Are you ready? I'm making my shopping list this morning and I have just a couple more basket treats to buy. My house is clean and decorated...oh, I just remembered I do need to iron my tablecloth, but while I'm here let me just share a touch of Easter. This little banner is one I made....fun, and easy too. I almost always have my moonstone dishes on the hutch and I've just added some Beatrice Potter figurines. I've collected them for years.....most were gifts, and several I received for Easter, I just love them.
Do you see the cute little bunny picture? I just copied it from the net and put it in an inexpensive frame.....this is fun and simple to do too.
Love little Peter Rabbit. I have lots of the Peter Rabbit books and this little set is a favorite. Beatrice Potter was such a gifted person...if you haven't seen the Potter movie you should. It's her story and the movie is just visually beautiful. Oh my.......what is this??
The bunnies have been busy.........where are you????
I see you hiding. What else have you been up to? I hope you didn't eat too many jelly beans, you don't want a tummy ache. Well I must go and see what other mischief this little guy has gotten into. Have a happy day. Hugs, Linda