Wordless Wednesday

                                                                  Kauai, April 2012
Blessings on your day!
Noreen & Hunter

Happy Tuesday to you!  I wanted to share the first, of twelve blocks, I made yesterday  for my new quilt. I love how scrappy this will look; the colors look more soft here but they are actually warm autumn colors.  I am going to work on more squares today; we have the perfect weather for it.
When I got ready to walk this morning, I checked our temperature gauge and it read 49 degrees; fall is definitely here. Each night on the news they show photos of the high country and how the colors are changing; oh my it is beautiful!  I heard that there are heavy rains on the east coast, hopefully it will help the parched land. Just as the land needs the rain, so we need love too to grow and thrive.  May you be blessed with love today.
Hugs, Noreen

Touches of Fall

Happy Monday to you.  I was awakened to rain this morning, it was coming down pretty hard; we sure need it.  We got this Mum two years ago for about $5.00; look at how she has grown. I just love it and got another small one for the porch that isn't doing well, so it will probably go in the ground this afternoon.
 We are still on baby watch and I've stopped calling my girl and asking how she is feeling. This little guy will come when it's time; our girl does have her weekly check up on Friday but her dr. thought the baby might be here before that.  My weekend was really relaxed and I didn't get to the quilt; actually I'm just finishing reading The Pioneer Woman's  'Black Heels to Tractor Wheels'.  What a great book this has been; I've followed Ree Drummond on and off now for years and I've watched her shows too.  My girl got it at the library and read it in a day, so I took it thinking when I was at her house and she was in the hospital, I would have something to read.  Oh well.  Ree is definitely a gifted writer and this book is an easy read.
Today, I am hoping to work on the quilt fabric; it is all cut but I have to organize it better before I start working on coordinating fabrics for squares.  I hope you had a wonderful weekend and are starting out this new week energized.
Joy to you today!  Noreen & Hunter

Happy Friday

Good morning friends~It is such a beautiful morning here in Colorado; it is cool and sunny.  Hunter and I have already gone on our walk and I'm getting ready to head over to my girls, to watch her four, while she has her weekly dr appt.  I can't wait to hear how she is progressing; I think this boy will arrive shortly.
I hope you have a wonderful day and an even better weekend.
Hugs, Noreen

Happy Thursday to you~Just think the weekend is almost here.  Yesterday unfolded differently than I expected, but that's alright.  I spent five minutes in front of cut fabric, thinking I should have organized it better.Maybe this afternoon I will work on that.  We ran errands and spent time with those close to my heart.  Last night we went over to my youngest daughter's home to help replace a leaky pipe.  Her cough is getting a bit better and she is able to sleep now; I just want her strength completely returned before she goes into labor.
Today I am thankful for the words of wisdom so many of you shared about Hunter's picky eating habits.  I was concerned that using moist food with his dry wouldn't be good for him, but you all reassured me that you use either a small amount of canned or something else with your pups kibble.  Hubby also did another weight check on him and he is up to 12 lbs now, right where he should be.  Thank you friends for your encouragement!
I am thankful that the ladies Bible Study starts today; we are doing a Beth Moore study of John, The Beloved.  I waffled back and forth whether to attend this fall but in the end decided it was a good discipline for me and holds me accountable.  I am also looking forward to seeing some close girlfriends on a weekly basis.
I am thankful my hubby is away on golf today.  He should have a great time and its not raining.
I am thankful for the little guy at my feet and the hope of his getting past his puppiness, that I do love, but want some of the mischief to stop-like climbing on end tables to get miniature pumpkins my grands gave me.
I am thankful for prayer; so many needs came before me this week and it is a privilege to lift others up.
Have a blessed day!  Noreen & Hunter

Happy Wednesday to you!  Here in Colorado, it is pouring and cool, which reminds me of northern California winters.  I think it is going to be a fine day to stay inside and sew; Hunter seems to think it is a fine morning to get into mischief. Last week, I needed to get him another bag of dry food and so I went up to the adult version.  Our daughter's dog Lilly eats it and when they are together, Hunter always eats her food.  You may remember how picky he was when we first got him with his food-I tried so many brands before settling on Royal Canine.  It's been good until this week; he has decided that he really doesn't like the dry food all that much and prefers the FreshPet Select loaf I give him at night.  If I had gotten the new bag of food from our local Pet*mart, I would simply take it back but I went to a new store and don't know there exchange policy.  I've never had a dog as picky as he is; I'm wondering if it is his breed?  I've tried Blue Buffalo and some other high quality dry foods that are natural but haven't found one he likes.  Any suggestions, my friends?  I know the old adage-if he gets hungry enough, he'll eat it.  I know he is already spoiled(can't believe this happened either) but we do worry about him since he is so small-10 lbs.  For those with picky small dogs, if you've had a similar situation and have advice, I'd appreciate it.  I actually put a small amount of diluted chicken broth on his food this morning-it is still in the bowl, although I think he drank some of the liquid. 
Hope you have a wonderful day; enjoy your weather. 
Blessings,
 Noreen, a frustrated mama & a very spoiled Hunter

We Will Never Forget

I can vividly remember right where I was when these attacks occurred.  I think we all can.  I'm here to say I will never stop being grateful for those who fought to save lives and I won't forget those who lost their lives or the lives of loved ones. 
Noreen