Dream a little dream

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All kaleidoscopes are original by inkspired and KaleidoCam 

‘You cannot get through a single day

without having an impact on 

the world around you.

What you do makes a difference,

and you have to decide

what kind of difference

you want to make.’

- Jane Goodall

One of my favorite quotes by Walt Disney is:

One of Disney’s Castles

An original inkspired Collage Paper Painting.

All recycled paper, junk mail, catalogs+ were used in the creation.

Today I find it easy to dream,

and be cozy by the fire.

Hadley Court Interior Design blog

Not so easy to get up and actually get something done.

Unless it is to make a nice cup of tea...

But that is not acting upon my dreams, is it?

Writing a blog was my dream for several years,

and it still is!

I so enjoy sharing beautiful things,

places I want to visit and places I’ve been.

Finding fun little facts and 

learning more about our world; 

discovering new foods and recipes,

and marveling at fashions both traditional and modern - 

these are all so very satisfying.

Okay, and crafts.

Lots of crafts!

 But what makes it all come together?

You!

You make this all fun!

While most of you choose to not leave me comments,

just the sheer number of people who

visit is very humbling.

Incredible!

Amazing!

And the countries where you live.

Wow.

Australia

Brazil

Canada

Denmark

France

Germany

India

Japan

Netherlands

Peru

Poland

Romania

Russia

Spain

Switzerland

Turkey

Turkmenistan

Ukraine

United Arab Emirates 

United Kingdom

United States of America

Vietnam

To think, that was just some from yesterday!

Every day has new countries that visit.

Truly, the internet is an amazing invention.

Paper tealight village created by inkspired

I guess what I’m trying to say is

Thank you.

This is not what I thought my blog would be about today.

It just sort of wanted to be said.

I hope I continue to keep my heart open -

To share the things

that just need to be said.

Have a good day.

A really good day.

If you would like to leave a comment sometime,

you need to scroll to the bottom of the post.

There is a button that says

‘Leave comment’

Then just follow the directions.

My insecurities are anxiously awaiting,

(Unless you are selling something that is!)

‘Til next time,

inkspired 

Truth - usually experienced before 10am or cafe’:

Getting dressed can be quite challenging before coffee.

Some truths: 

Sit down when attempting to put on pants.

The loud crashing sounds disturb the dog’s sleep.

Look for labels in your shirt.

These generally go in the back,

thus saving you numerous attempts to put it on correctly.

Find the heel to your sock before putting on your foot.

Twisting socks on a foot can be quite frustrating,

and the heel really does need to go in back.

On your heel.

Daffodils, a muffin recipe and Minnie Mouse gardening

Good morning!
Today the sun is shining and there is a light breeze. Just gorgeous!  My daffodils continue to bloom, and each one is exciting to me!

pattern for sale by melbangel, etsy

I hope some of you have started your daffodil afghan from yesterday.

I would LOVE to see pictures of your progress and finished afghan!

Doesn't she just look like a coutntry maid?

go Barbie!

"I don't like formal gardens. I like wild nature.

It's just the wilderness instinct in me I guess."

~ Walt Disney

These are paper punched flowers. Highly addictive to make!

c.1913

Madge Bellamy, Hollywood beauty

In keeping with these spring gardening dreams,
let's do some old fashioned baking!

Poppy Seed Muffins:
2 cups flour
3 teaspoons poppy seeds
1/4 tsp salt
1/4 tsp baking soda
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter
2 eggs
1 cup plain yogurt or sour cream
1 tsp vanilla or almond extract

1.  Preheat oven to 400'. Grease muffin cups or use baking liners.
2.  In small bowl, stir together flour, poppy seeds, salt and baking soda.
3   In large bowl, cream together sugar and butter.
4.  Beat in eggs, one at a time.
5.  Stir in yogurt (or sour cream) and extract until well blended.

6.   Add flour mixture until moistened thoroughly

         Do Not Over-beat!!!

7.  Fill mluffin cups 2/3 full.

8.  Bake at 400' for 15 - 20 minutes

9. Makes 12 - 16 muffins.

Muffins are always best when served warm! and with real butter.....

oh, better get back to gardening!

These next 3 photos were taken in WaltDisneyWorld, Toon Town.

They are inside Minnie's House.

Look closely, and you will find some funny jokes!

 prize-winning daisies:

 prize-winning buttercups:

Here is a fun coloring page for you (ok, you can share with your kids):

and another:

Go outside and enjoy this wonderful day!

Yes, even if you have snow, or rainy weather. Enjoy it for what it is!

Here in the Rocky Mountains, we always love snow or rain days,

 as we need the moisture.

:0)

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Leaping Lambs, Batman!

Hi!
I love Robin's constant side comments to Batman in the original TV series of Batman & Robin. Makes me smile just thinking about it!

"Most of my life I have done what I wanted to do.

 I have had fun on the job.

I have never been able to confine that fun to office hours."

- Walt Disney

art work by Kim Thompson, etsy 

Here's a lamb in a bit more quiet moment:

You have to admit, they sure are cute!

I don't know if this stat is still current,

but a few years back New Zealand had more sheep than people.

From vintage sheet music. See side bar for web site.

Here is a sweet little lamb book:

 http://www.amazon.com/Wee-Little-Lamb-Lauren-Thompson/dp/1416934693/ref=sr_1_15?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1300817005&sr=1-15

"Spring is when you feel like whistling

Even with a shoe full of slush."

- Doug Larson

Today I am doing leaping lambs in photos, mazes and coloring pages.

Now, don't think just because you are an adult you can't do coloring pages. One of my favorite memories of my mother is when we would sit down and color together. She always had the BIG crayola box of crayons. When we colored together I got to use that box of crayons too! She would take one page and color it so carefully and pretty. I would delight in examining the finished picture to see if I could find a place where she had colored outside the lines!

Mom taught me another thing. After you finish a project - like a coloring page - you sign your work. She always put her special initials "PT" sign, and the date. I learned to do this as well.

As I became a crafter, a seamstress, a ceramics painter, and then a rubber stamping fanatic, this was an invaluable lesson:

Be proud of your work.

Finish it to the best of your ability, and then put your signature mark on it.

Never be ashamed of the creative flow you have.

This is something I have done. and I am important.

Therefore, the work I do is important too!

Here is a beautiful downloadable Easter card featuring a lamb.

I adore The Toymaker's wonderful, wonderful artwork.

http://www.thetoymaker.com/Holidays/Easter/lambcards.pdf



"Little lamb, who made thee?

Dost thou know who made thee?

Gave thee life and bid thee feed

By the stream and o'er the mead;

Gave thee clothing of delight,

Softest clothing, woolly, bright;

Gave thee such a tender voice,

 Making all the vales rejoice?

Little lamb, who made thee?

Dost thou know who made thee?

-William Blake
  Songs of Innocence,'The Lamb'

Another adorable lamb:

and another coloring page:

Well, I think that is all for today. I have laundry and house cleaning to do. Tonight I am making Mrs. Schindler's Chicken dish, a recipe my sister gave me. I will give you the recipe for it tomorrow. It is so yummy....

Have a lamb leaping day!

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