Steamy Sunday Afternoon

Can you believe we are in the middle of August? Here in northern Maine the kids return to school this week, which is a signal that summer is coming to a close. 

I enjoyed my summer - time with family, working in my flowers, a small Bible study with 2 friends, camper time with hubby, wearing skirts every day, and being outdoors a lot!

This month we finished our study on Jennie Allen's "Anything." I highly recommend it. I also worked through Angie Smith's study "Seamless" on my own. I could do this one several times for it is packed full of nuggets from scripture.

For fun, I am participating in Sparkles over at Jamie Ridler's studio. I took the above photo for one of the assignments. Another of my favorite 5- minute Sparkles was writing a poem called a cinquain. 

Lily

whimsical, comical

loving, fluttering, enchanting

rainbows swirl about her

Gift

One of the collage assignments.

Its 90 degrees outside today and forecasted the same for tomorrow. Perhaps summer is departing with  flair. 

My thoughts are turning to projects I planned to complete before the seasons change. A couple of outdoor painting projects, restoring a hope chest I purchased for a steal at a yard sale, and my neglected writing course are among them.

For now a good book is calling to me on this steamy Sunday. Thanks for dropping by. 

Celebrating A Year!

We are at the camper. Exactly a year ago Hubby had his heart attack. I am grateful for this past twelve months together. Life is a gift I don't want to take for granted. Choosing joy every day.

Gorgeous weather, family time, and good food this weekend. Check over on Fearless Lines for more pics in my weekly post.

Breathing Space

Morning breaking upon the campground warms my heart. I sit on the deck reading a chapter from "the gift of an ordinary day" by Katrina Kenison. Her words open my spirit each time I lift the book before me. 

Hubby has a dr appointment this afternoon nearby and after we I'll pick up Lily. Life will get busy. For now I breathe and stretch and whisper a prayer of gratitude for this space in which to receive grace. 

Joy Moments from July

I loved taking July off from blogging! A few small changes gives us space to breathe and opens the way for joy! Here are a few of my Joy Moments in July.

Open to Joy!

                                   

Encircled in Light

Art Morning

Helping Grampy

Proud Artist!

Fair in the Rain!

Precious Moments

Rainy Day

                                 

Jumping in on this rainy Monday to share a few tidbits. I've been enjoying the break from blogging and social media ( a partial break😊) but I had a lovely weekend and wanted to share. Hop over to Fearless Lines and check it out. 

Hubby and I had a great Sunday afternoon with our oldest granddaughter. She and I enjoyed an excursion to  BAM and Bull Moose. 

This week my littlest granddaughter is coming to stay so I'm getting things ready today. 

I cleared the art table of my stuff this morning and loaded it with markers and crayons and art supplies for her. 

That's what's going on in my corner of the world today.

Taking a Break

I've decided to take a bit of a break. I have many pictures I'm itching to share but July tends to be a busy time and I love being outdoors while the weather permits. Don't forget to check back here or sign up to your right and I'll pop into your email when I return. I'll still be posting on Sundays over on Fearless Lines.

Happy July!

Happy July!

Hubby and I were away for ten days, vacationing with the family. We returned home today so as soon as I get unpacked and transition I will be back to post.