Long Weekend Happenings

 

Wishing everyone a very Happy Victoria Day!  The weather has been beautiful for the long weekend!  A few days ago we took our little grand daughter & Clancy to Summerside.....Mr. Seventies wanted to pick up a few more cement paw prints for the walkway to connect the gardens....they are available at Kool Breeze greenhouse.....

And....we are still 3-4 paw print stones short!  We'll make a quick trip again to grab a few more...Mr. Seventies has been busy setting the new paw prints in place....digging a trench & once they are laid he will add black mulch around them......

The paw print pavers come in two sizes......we prefer the smaller ones & they have quite a few available at the garden centre there....

With grand daughter & Clancy in tow....we perused the garden centre....Clancy Mae was quite the star shopper!!  Everyone stopped & wanted to pet & chat about her....with grand daughter telling everyone one "her name is Clancy Mae" and that she was Mimi & Grampie's puppy!

Mr. Seventies got straight to work digging the trench & getting it ready.....

The pavement path connects from the front lawn pavers around the right side of the house.....to the back of the house.....

The tulips are popping up more & more each day....we plan to plant a number of different varieties this fall....spring is such a magical time.....

This is a "double tulip"......is it not gorgeous?  It almost looks like a peony blossom....but it's tulips....I hope to have a few more in different colours planted this fall....they are a show stopper....

We enjoyed lunch at one of grand daughter's favourite burger joints.....since we had Clancy with is...we ate el fresco...it was a gorgeous, warm day to be outside....afterwards she & I took a quick browse around the thrift store there......grand daughter is a great little shopper....and this thrift store location is packed with various items.....way more than the location here....

The first thing to catch my eye....was this vase!

Does it look familiar?  I almost bought it a second time for daughter.....but she has a number of vases on hand already.  Mine does a beautiful job of holding my faux tulips...

We kept going & found a few more treasures....like this large soup tureen...

I know these pieces are popular with collectors....I think it is called Fire King....

These pie keeps come in handy for storing any type of pie....

This was a great collection of pottery mugs.....they were sold separately rather than in a set...but they are the size of mug I prefer...

A couple of paintings.....there was a huge selection of paintings & prints.....

I wish I had picked up these Christmas decor storage totes.....they were only $6 each!!

There was a large selection dedicated to Christmas decor only.....I probably should have gotten this wreath to use at the back door....but we will be going back to Summerside to pick up more paw print pavers & I'll take a much longer visit at the thrift store...

I could see this piece attached to a wreath....with a large bow & maybe wooden star(s) added....

And speaking of wreaths.....remember the fall wreath I had ordered through a seller on Etsy?  This one to refresh your memory....

For whatever reason.....my order was cancelled!  It annoys me when sellers on Etsy either no longer have item (yet it is still listed for sale).....of they may have closed their store but still have items listed for sale...

Anyhow....I found a second choice of fall wreath....fingers crossed this seller is able to ship it...I actually like it more than my first choice....my order is confirmed....but not yet shipped...

Clancy Mae "endured" a quick spa treatment.....complete with a bath & ear cleaning....

The raincoat I ordered arrived.....and it fits great!  Hopefully the weather will continue to be sunny & she won't need it too much....

Typical of dachshunds.....she does not like rain or wind....

Since tulips are popping up every day.....I picked a pretty bouquet & took an additional one to daughter's for an enjoyable barbecue & visit....

I hope you are enjoying a long weekend wherever you are....it's cooler here today than it had been previously....but the sun is out & it's not raining!

Join me later today I'll be sharing over at https://betweennapsontheporch.net/ for Metamorphosis Monday and again tomorrow at https://www.myslicesoflife.com/ for Talking About It Tuesday.....

Have an awesome day!!

Till next time.....

Greenhouse & Country Market Visit

It had stopped raining for a day or so...we thought it was time to visit a local greenhouse & country market....and Clancy Mae made the trek with us.....she enjoys going in the SUV.....

I had sent updated photos to her breeder.....who is thrilled Clancy is looking & doing so great...and growing!  She claimed she was a "Princess" while still with her & I can so see that!!  She is a bit of a Diva....and very strong willed...(aka stubborn)......

Today is the anniversary of Liesel's passing, one year ago.  Her loss still has its impact on us.  We are blessed to have Clancy...and as much work as a puppy is....she is so worth it!  Mr. Seventies cals her my "velcro dog".....

Rest in peace our precious girl....you are loved & missed beyond words....

While the weather has been wet & windy for the past few weeks....the greenhouses are getting fully stocked & ready....the fish have not been added to the pond yet....I suspect it has to warm up a bit yet...

While Mr. Seventies & Clancy checked out the flowers and shrubs....I browsed the market....and crushing on these hand made bird houses.....the one on the front far right is my favourite...the roof is awesome....

These hooked rugs are gorgeous....I'd love to have one for in front of my sink...but suspect a puppy might fall in love with it .... a bit too much....this rooster one tho....

 

My second favourite rug....they had a great selection of mats this year....how's this for some pretty spring time lovelies.....

I purchased the rug in our front entry from the Market a couple of years ago....and am still loving it.....they didn't have any this size this year tho....

And these hooked cushions.....gorgeous....the little bee one is my favourite.....

Some pretty mugs.....the maple leaf ones are just in time for Canada Day on July 1st....

I love the pattern on these pieces....Inspired Living carries these as well...... for about the same prices...I can't decide if the flowers are lupins or lavender....

How awesome is this stove .....they were in the process of getting it set up & decorated for the summer...

This adorable canvas is not for sale....but I'm obsessed with it....such a fun piece ........nothing better than kids, ice cream and dogs!!

The ladies at the market were obsessed with Clancy....she certainly is a star!!  They had no problem with her being in the shop....and she enjoyed her outing!

Mr. Seventies had a load of compost delivered for the gardens....she was such a huge help....thoroughly enjoyed rides in the wheelbarrow!

I've mentioned on here my love of fall.....Hallowe'en in particular....likely too many times!  I was scrolling around Etsy.....when I came across this amazing wreath!   I could not resist....and is 22" large size sealed the deal....I ordered it!  The crafter/seller is located in Canada & offered free shipping....win-win!

I have one gorgeous Hallowe'en wreath currently......although due to our fall weather & winds could never hang one on the front door!   But I can find homes for them inside...... no problem.  How adorable is this guy!!  I will share photos when he arrives.....

UGH!!!  Update* - So the seller on Etsy cancelled the order!!  Not sure why sellers do this!!   So annoying! If they no longer have an item available - take down the listing!!  

Disappointing for certain....but there are many other sellers on Etsy!!  

I also chose this PB dupe on Amazon for the main bedroom  (I was able to use my gift cards).....rather than the one I shared previously....I'm hoping this colour will work!  I do plan to fold my PB quilt at the bottom of the bed though.....so fingers crossed everything will look summery....(I'm convinced we will get summer)....what are your thoughts on this quilt set?  It really does give off PB vibes....for a fraction of the price....

Today, the weather looks promising....our little grand daughter (complete with garden gloves)  will be on hand  to assist her Grampie with yard work!  We can't seem to get out of this rain/shower pattern we are in....with very cool weather.  When we do get a sunny day......with temperatures warm enough to work in.....we take full advantage of it!

There is no rush to open the pool & get it up and running....we know a couple of neighbours who have theirs opened.....but why run it if you can't enjoy it?  Our water is still clear....so until the temperatures warm up....we're holding off.   I may decide to put a few pots with flowers on the small deck...but am in no rush to babysit them everyday....with risk of frost still a problem....and rain...I've got lots of time.

The guy who delivered the compost said he has many orders....but it has been too wet to deliver wet soils or compost....the landscaping companies are having the same issue this year....

That is about all the news from here....hopeful you have great weather where you are.  And if so....can you send some our way? 

Much appreciated.

Til next time.....

Giddy Goose Makes A Comeback!

You know that saying, "what's old is new again"?   The latest craze here....at least for customers of Inspired Living.....is Giddy Goose.... who is so popular she is on back order!   I've been around long enough to remember Giddy (not sure if the name was around back then).....the goose who has a whole wardrobe available....for the various seasons & holidays!

To refresh your memory.....or introduce you to....the porch goose Giddy!  (I ordered from Wayfair...to avoid the waiting list).  Giddy, stands about 23" tall.....

Anyone else remember when porch geese were a thing?  Giddy has an extensive wardrobe....some pieces available on Amazon......like this one I ordered....has a summer feel to it.....nothing like a frock bearing strawberries ....

Giddy will look awesome in the fall in one of these outfits....(sitting on the front step).....

There are various outfits available...there is a raincoat & umbrella set on my list to get for Giddy.....

I perused one of the thrift stores briefly.....a few pieces caught my eye.....I hesitated to buy this piece for my cabinet....I suspected it wouldn't fit it in....but it was tempting....

This Corning casserole dish was huge & quite heavy.....I thought a great find for anyone needing one for large meals....

This piece had me intrigued....it was extremely dirty & dusty..... I suspect the produce of someone's ceramic class.  While it could have been washed....I left it for someone else to enjoy....would you have taken him?

I remember my Mom painting this holly dish in ceramic class...I wish ceramic classes would make a comeback here!  I loved painting pieces & attended class faithfully one evening each week!

I remember back in the 70's thinking ceramics was for "old ladies" to enjoy doing.....but my friend & I were hooked after the first class....some much fun to sit, paint....& gossip about the goings on in my home town back then....I once painted a complete set of snowman dinnerware....free hand.  I passed them on to my daughter in Nova Scotia many years ago.....

These cute little bowls caught my eye.....great for desserts....or perfect  snack size bowls ......

A small pottery bowl....great for storing pot scrubbers.....I keep mine in a pottery bowl under the kitchen sink....it's big enough to house a small scrub brush as well....

Clancy continues to thrive.....we can see how much she has grown since arriving almost three weeks ago.  She is still the talk of the neighbourhood....the best socialization class for her....is meeting so many people & children who stop to pet her, take her photo....and everyone comments on how adorable she is!

We have two more puppy socialization classes to attend.....and potty training is going very well....and getting through the difficult puppy teething/mouthing stage!  I've needed to order a few additional chew toys to keep her mouth busy on things besides our hands & fingers....

She also enjoys chewing on roasted marrow bones....great for those puppy teeth....and great stress reliever for her!  We go through, what has been called.."the witching hour" most evenings....when she gets a bit rambunctious....doing zoomies.....and acting silly...like puppies do!

Daughter & family were on hand to celebrate Mother's Day....we had a lovely afternoon & a delicious ham dinner followed up with carrot cake & cream cheese cupcakes .   I received Amazon gift cards, lovely scented bath bombs & body spray.....

I came across these adorable bow sandals.....available in a variety of colours....these are the ones I ordered....in black.....I hope they are as comfortable as they look....

Mr. Seventies has a follow up appointment with his surgeon today.... he is hoping for the "all clear" to start doing a bit more.....he's anxious to get outside & do yard work.  Thankfully, the weather has been wet & rainy...... that has slowed him down....I do not want him overdoing it! 

Be sure and join me later today over at https://betweennapsontheporch.net/ for Metamorphosis Monday and again tomorrow at https://www.myslicesoflife.com/ for Talking About It Tuesday.....

Many thanks for being here today....so appreciate you sharing your time with me.....

Til next time.....