July 31, 2007
by sting dragon
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A few weeks ago Christine told us about her friend Peaknits Blogiversary contest. She admitted she was a bit hesitant because she thinks I always win but nevertheless she told us about it. Imagine my chagrin when I did, in … Continue reading
July 30, 2007
by sting dragon
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Even though it’s off-season, we took a drive down to Shark Valley and road the tram through the Everglades. Most of the wildlife was familiar to me already but I definitely enjoyed seeing it and I learned a lot about … Continue reading
July 29, 2007
by sting dragon
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We never miss the chance to cook while we’re in Florida. It’s always a joint effort, something that doesn’t usually happen at home. We enjoy trying new restaurants while we are visiting as well. There are a lot of birds … Continue reading
July 28, 2007
by sting dragon
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Monday afternoon we arrived in Florida where we’ve been taking morning walks greeted by tiny tree frogs and the scent of plumeria and gardenia. The sunsets over the pond behind the house are lovely. Tuesday night we went out on … Continue reading
July 27, 2007
by sting dragon
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On Sunday we drove down to Great Smoky Mountain National Park. We hiked out to a waterfall where I found this snail, about the size of your thumb. The orange stickers are warning signs since some folks have tried climbing, … Continue reading
July 26, 2007
by sting dragon
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Saturday was the big reunion potluck where there were between 100 and 200 people depending on who’s estimate you accept. We had lots of good food and the kids had a blast in the horseshoe pit. We took a … Continue reading
July 25, 2007
by sting dragon
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Friday evening we had a stick-to-your-ribs dinner at Webs where the family filled the back room. There might have been some singing and dancing and I might have found a kitty to pat. Saturday morning we hiked up the trail … Continue reading
July 24, 2007
by sting dragon
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Despite some travel hiccups we arrived last Friday afternoon at our B&B in Cumberland Gap where we stayed in a historic building that at one time functioned as a grist mill but was an art school even before that. Our … Continue reading
July 23, 2007
by sting dragon
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Isn’t that how it goes? The honeysuckle has really outdone itself now and the hummingbirds are so fond of it that they will buzz you if you walk too near, particularly early in the morning. The foxglove is new this … Continue reading
July 22, 2007
by sting dragon
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My little garden is hanging in there and just as it was time to leave on vacation the tomatoes finally began to turn ripe. I tried in the past to grow them on the patio in containers only to have … Continue reading
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