Saturday, March 7, 2015

Saturday afternoon


It was actually warm enough to sit outside today, for a little while.


Bubba decided to join us out on the front porch too.


The violas were perky.








The sun felt good on our skin.





And I noticed that the trees are starting to bloom.





Spring is finally coming...


and it's lovely.



Even if there is a foot or more of snow on the ground where you live, I promise it's just around the corner.

It'll get there eventually.

It always does ;)

xo
rue


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  1. KimMarch 7, 2015 at 8:14 PM

    We had a lovely day today, too. Bits of spring, I'll take them!

    Btw, that is a cool light fixture feature on the corner of your house.

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  2. Elizabeth MaxsonMarch 7, 2015 at 8:54 PM

    Thank you for posting this - it was so lovely. We had a beautiful day was well. Your yard and view are stunning! I so enjoy seeing what you share. BTW, been meaning to tell you, I absolutely love your profile pic - the way you do your hair and make-up are retro beautiful. Hope you have a nice evening!

    Big hug
    Elizabeth

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:25 PM

      Awww.... thank you, Elizabeth! Right now my hair is in a ponytail and I have no makeup on, but you've given me the incentive to actually remedy that tomorrow, if I feel better ;)

      xo

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  3. sweetbriardreamsMarch 8, 2015 at 2:05 AM

    We also had a wonderful day yesterday with the sun shining and washing hung out to dry! Now to get on with my list for spring cleaning. Your violas look so happy soaking up the sun, along with Bubba. Have a wonderful evening xx

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:26 PM

      You just reminded me that I need to get my laundry line up. It's been sitting there for months waiting. I can't wait to have my clothes dried out in the fresh air :)

      xo

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  4. FlowerLady LorraineMarch 8, 2015 at 2:34 AM

    So glad you had some quality time outdoors. It certainly looked like a lovely day and the violas always speak of spring and joy.

    Happy spring ~ FlowerLady

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:27 PM

      It was really nice and I think it helped with my flu bug :)

      Happy Spring to you!

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  5. Curtains in My TreeMarch 8, 2015 at 4:48 AM

    That looks very encouraging . love seeing Bubba sunning hisself also . I am ready for some pots of flowers .
    I am going to get some flowers for my house anyway to have something new and alive in my house.
    I would rather be outside in my flower beds than in the house cleaning .
    Your yard looks nice after seeing just snow all winter

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:28 PM

      I think indoor flowers are a great idea! I know it helped me, when it was cold outside :)

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  6. AnonymousMarch 8, 2015 at 5:00 AM

    Hi Rue! Oh, it looks pretty where you live. Love the snap of the mountains and trees out back! Well, I'm encouraged but it's snowing this morning with flakes as big as quarters! I need some spring green. Hope you're doing well.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:28 PM

      Thank you, Shelia! I hope Spring gets to your house soon :)

      xoxo

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  7. Jessica JarrellMarch 8, 2015 at 5:50 AM

    So. Many. Pangs. Of. JEALOUSY! Those flowers are soooo pretty. I just put in a huge order at Johnny's Seeds for my summer garden, and now I want Spring! My Chi's love to sun themselves as well :)

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:29 PM

      Sorry, Jessica! I hope you can dig yourself out soon. I remember what it was like out there.

      I hope you and the Chi's are staying warm :)

      xo

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  8. Tessa~ Here there be musingMarch 8, 2015 at 7:06 AM

    -happy sigh- how lovely..... the sun.... and those beautiful blue skies..... and spring flowers....

    yes, I happen to be where the snow is still piled high, and is even falling again, as I type. and it is getting very tiresome. "oh bother" as Pooh says...

    but, since there is nothing I can do about it, I will simply enjoy posts, such as these. thank you.

    Tessa~

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:30 PM

      You're welcome and thank you, Tessa :)

      xo

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  9. Vickie @ Ranger 911March 8, 2015 at 8:22 AM

    Spring is hands down my favorite time of year and you've brought us there via your blog post, Rue. You have a gorgeous view of the hills from your yard! And I love the quirky little roof detail with the outdoor light. Sweet. Thanks for sharing!

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:32 PM

      I'm surrounded by mountains, but the backyard is too scary to show those views right now. Come Spring clean up, I'll share them :)

      You're welcome and thank you, Vickie!

      xo

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  10. DewenaMarch 8, 2015 at 9:33 AM

    Thank you for this post, Rue. I can feel the warmth of the sun on my face, just as Bubba does. With higher temps ahead here in Nashville but a week ahead of rain, I'm going to hold on to your promise and remember the view from your yard.

    Dewena

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:33 PM

      It'll happen for you too, Dewena! I just know it :)

      xo

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  11. pamMarch 8, 2015 at 12:18 PM

    I love your signs of spring. We aren't there yet, but I did notice that the Lenten rose were starting to bloom!

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:33 PM

      How lovely! It means that it's coming soon then ;)

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  12. LL FarmMarch 8, 2015 at 12:43 PM

    Beautiful pictures. I could almost smell the flowers ;-)
    Lori from LL Farm

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  13. Kim March 8, 2015 at 12:47 PM

    There is a foot or more here...but looking at your flowers and green grass was a nice diversion. Send that spring weather my way, please! :)

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  14. Jemma@athomewithjemmaMarch 8, 2015 at 1:40 PM

    Such pretty Spring photos, Rue! Made me very happy to see them today-thank you.
    xoxo
    Jemma

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  15. Red Rose AlleyMarch 8, 2015 at 1:49 PM

    I am enjoying the spring weather here too, Rue. Your yellow violas are so pretty. Isn't it nice to just sit in the sun and relax in its warmth? I just planted my first pink flowers today in my garden.

    Hello there, Bubba.

    ~Sheri

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:37 PM

      Yes, yes it is. Yay for pink flowers!! :)

      He says "hi" back ;)

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  16. AnonymousMarch 8, 2015 at 2:29 PM

    We are in Connecticut so I haven't seen grass in a very long time. It was much warmer today and they are saying we may hit 40 degrees this coming week. I am so very tired of this winter. It can't be over quickly enough. Love your blog!

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:42 PM

      I'm so glad it's warming up for you!

      Thank you :)

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  17. Diva KreszlMarch 8, 2015 at 3:12 PM

    Love this promise of the spring to come you have shared, it is still snow covered here in the northeast but at least I know it's coming!

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  18. Pat @ Mille Fiori FavoritiMarch 8, 2015 at 6:13 PM

    Pretty yellow pansies, Rue! Yes, we still ahve snow on the ground although our temperatures are going back up into the 50's and 60's this week. We has snow last Mother's Day so i've learned spring does not fully arrive till June here.

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:47 PM

      We can't plant anything in the ground here until after Mother's day, so it's almost the same. Last time it snowed I brought the pansies inside the turret to save them. I think we have two more snows until it's over.

      xo

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  19. MelanieMarch 8, 2015 at 6:19 PM

    Thank you, Rue - I needed that! Though this week looks "delightful" for us here in northern IL...45 tomorrow and 52 on Tues, Wed, and Thurs. That should melt all the nasty snow on the ground! I can't wait until I can see the promise of growth on the trees and shoots coming out of the ground and pots of flowers on my porch once again.

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:48 PM

      I'm so glad it's getting a little warmer for you. I know you need it, Melanie :)

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  20. Deb @ Frugal Little BungalowMarch 9, 2015 at 4:39 AM

    Love your pup looking all snoozy and warm out there : )

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  21. Catherine HolmanMarch 9, 2015 at 7:44 AM

    We had some beautiful weather in Missouri this weekend too!

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  22. BeachGypsyMarch 9, 2015 at 10:05 AM

    Beautiful vibrant blue sky! Its a warm and pretty day here in Charleston and im headed out for my walk...if i see anything interesting i will post it later!

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:49 PM

      I hope you did! I'll be over to see it :)

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  23. Lowcarb team memberMarch 9, 2015 at 2:57 PM

    The violas look wonderful, delightful, summery ....... and as for those blue skies - heavenly.

    Having said that last Saturday in my part of the UK was great, Spring is just around the corner (we hope)

    All the best Jan

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  24. Celestina MarieMarch 9, 2015 at 6:48 PM

    Hi Rue, we are looking forward to setting outside later this week too as they predict us to reach in the 70's. Love your pics and your little sweetie is so cute.
    Beautiful violas! Enjoy and think spring.
    Hugs, CM

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:51 PM

      It's supposed to be in the 70s here this week too, Celestina :)

      Enjoy the warm weather!

      xo

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  25. TinaTxMarch 9, 2015 at 7:52 PM

    Oh, what I would give to have some of your sunshine! It has been raining here for days - before it got dark there was almost 5 inches of rain in the gauge. (Can't see it in the dark but it is still coming down) that on top of a bum foot, I wish I had a bowl of chocolate eggs but I'm not going out in the rain to get them! I cant even take any pictures to post. 😢

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:51 PM

      Aww.... I hope your foot feels better soon, Tina and I hope you finally got some chocolate eggs.

      xo

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  26. Doreen@foxdenrdMarch 9, 2015 at 8:13 PM

    Today I wore a down coat, and I was way too warm in it! It got up to around 40, which feels downright balmy right about now. It should hit 50 by Wednesday which will melt a lot of the snow, and not a moment too soon.

    Your part of the world looks interesting. A nice mix of rustic, dessert like landscapes with lots of lushness mixed in for good measure. It doesn't look like the houses are too close together either (a pet peeve of mine). The violas soothed my soul Rue. Thank you for sharing their beauty.

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:55 PM

      I'm glad you're finally getting warm there, Doreen :)

      It's funny how other people see my area. It just looks like the mountains to me, but I guess it would seem dessert like, unless you were actually from the dessert. No cactus here, thank goodness lol

      You're so welcome!

      xo

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  27. UnknownMarch 10, 2015 at 8:44 AM

    Beautiful photos Rue! Your happy Violas gave me a smile! Just like the smile your furbaby has basking in the sun! Cute!
    Thank you for sharing have a great week!

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  28. UnknownMarch 10, 2015 at 3:59 PM

    We enjoyed the sun yesterday too.I think we all can´t wait till spring finally is here.I love your beautiful pictures,thank you for sharing.Have a sunny week.
    Hugs
    Caroline

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    1. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 3:57 PM

      Thank you, Caroline! I hope you have lots of sunshine too :)

      xo

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  29. Imagery by KimberlyMarch 11, 2015 at 7:50 AM

    beautiful! i love seeing where you live - gorgeous captures! xoxoxo

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  30. RueMarch 11, 2015 at 4:02 PM

    Thank you, Su :)

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  31. Rattlebridge FarmMarch 12, 2015 at 6:15 PM

    I don't blame Bubba for soaking up a few 'rays. I love the yellow violas! The mountain vista is extraordinary. Your house is like a gift box, one that has other boxes nested inside--it just keeps giving new and wonderful surprises.

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