Monday, June 30, 2008

Just a little something to cheer up my day at work.

Rosie Feet ::'-

A Baby's feet, like sea-shells pink,
Might tempt, should heaven see meet,
An angel's lips to kiss, we think,
A baby's feet.

Like rose-hued sea-flowers toward the heat
They stretch and spread and wink
Their ten soft buds that part and meet.

No flower-bells that expand and shrink
Gleam half so heavenly sweet
As shine on life's untrodden brink
A baby's feet.

Algernon Charles Swinburne

Saturday, June 21, 2008


These are the patterns that my parents bought me for my birthday. I can't wait for them to arrive at my house!!!!

daisies and pink corduroy



Cinnamon Brownies

Cinnamon Brownies

I had a friend over last weekend and we made these brownies for a church picnic. They were sooo good! If i do say so myself. :)

Thursday, June 12, 2008

I long for the country

~Calf, Piglet, Chicks~

~Jakky, Kentucky, Calf~

~String, Braids in Kentucky's hair, Chickens~

What's up....


Wednesday, June 11, 2008


Bonsi Tree

The Art of the Miniature Tree Bonsai

Bonsai is actually two words, "Bon", and "Sai". The word "Bon" means "tray" and "Sai", "growing" or "planting". Therefore, the two words put together give you the translation of "tray growing" or "tray planting". When you say the word, "Bonsai" to people, they usually think of a type of tree. However, this art form is actually a way of growing many different species of plants and trees. With that in mind, take your time and browse through the many articles I've written about my favorite hobby, and get started on your path to becoming a true Bonsai Master!
- Erik Olsen, Author of Bonsai Gardening Secrets

Bonsai originated in China although it became popular when Buddhist monks took the art form to Japan where it became excessively popular. In Japanese, the name Bonsai translates to “tray gardening”, which is the growing and training of trees to create them in miniature form. While the process is beautiful and detailed, it takes years to develop a single tree.-Bonsai Gardening

TRIDENT MAPLE (Acer buergerianum)


As a relative to the Japanese Maple, the Trident Maple is a beautiful deciduous tree that works well for bonsai growing. Known for its breathtaking colors of foliage in the fall, which range from a faded orange to hot pepper red, this tree is bushy on the top with a thick, strong trunk.

The bark of the Trident Maple is a soft brown with a dappling effect. The leaves are small and close together toward the top, which is where the name “tri-dent” originates. The benefit of using the Trident Maple for bonsai is that it reaches a mature appearance very quickly. The overall appearance is one of refinement with a unique bark.

Proper Care

The Trident Maple does best in semi-shade during the hotter summer months and then full sun for the remainder of the year. Regardless, you want to make sure this bonsai always has good protection from wind. The soil should be kept moist, not over watering and never allowed to dry out completely. The Trident Maple is hardy, being able to tolerate poor soil and some exposures. However, full sun, as well as protection from wind and frost is best.

You can train your Trident Maple bonsai in just about any style. For example, the root-over-rock, twin trunk, forest, and upright are simply stunning, showing off the vibrancy of foliage color. The only style we suggest you avoid is the broom. The soil should be free draining and you will need to repot the Trident Maple every year in early spring. The key here is to wait until you see the buds begin to swell and then repot. Finally, be sure you feed the Trident Maple weekly during the springtime and then in late summer, biweekly.

Tuesday, June 10, 2008


Your Brain's Pattern

Structured and organized, you have a knack for thinking clearly.




You Are a Colon

You are very orderly and fact driven.

You aren't concerned much with theories or
dreams... only what's true or untrue.





You excel in: Leadership positions

You get along best with: The Semi-Colon

You are Milk Chocolate




Your Irish Name Is...

Roisin MacDermot

What's Your Irish Name?

You Are Not Scary

Everyone loves you. Isn't that sweet?

You Are an Afternoon Person



Very early mornings or very late nights aren't really your thing.


Are You a Morning Person or Night Person?

You Are Strawberry Ice Cream


You often find yourself on the outside looking in.

Insightful and pensive, you really understand how the world works.

You are most compatible with chocolate chip ice cream.

What Your Hands Say About You





What Do Your Hands Say About You?

Mocha Frappuccino


You Are Black Pepper




What Spice Are You?

You Belong in Spring


You can truly appreciate the blooming nature of spring.


What Your Handwriting Says About You







What Does Your Handwriting Say About You?

Your German Name is:

Sigrid Manuela

You Are A Lily

You are a nurturer and all around natural therapist.



Your caring has more of an impact than even you realize.

Saturday, June 7, 2008

I'm a Jelly Bean!

You Are a Pineapple Jelly Bean
