My Everything Corner

 I'm pleased to introduce the newest member of our family,  Dusty.  He's a lot of fun. Despite our entire household being sick this past week, he managed to keep us smiling. 

 Snow is in the forecast tonight. Oh boy. I'm never ready for snow. Maybe if it didn't come with ice, it wouldn't be so bad. Anyway,  here are some of the photos I took during this beautiful season. 

 I adore brick buildings. I have an Uncle who was a master of the trade and my Father worked with him for many years. Much of their work is in the city where we moved to last July.  Every time I see brickwork, I have to wonder if it was their's. This picture is particularly charming with its unique window being framed by branches.  It reminded me of a Hobbit's home.

 I don't like being threatened by any size of bird, but geese are especially frightening.  They're huge! I've never been attacked by one unless you count the time I was in my truck and saw a pair with their gaggle of little ones. I slowed to a crawl and was enjoying watching them when one of the adults thought he had a job to do. He attacked the truck! Now, if a goose is willing to take on a half ton, then I'm small potatoes.  That's why I'm always on edge when they're lounging near the walking trail I like to frequent. There wasn't an incident today, for which I am very grateful. 

I have no real excuse for my absence.  My motivation for drawing up a post is seeing how many of the blogs I follow are so active. Good for you guys!  I went for my morning walk and these are photos of my company along the way.

 On December 11th, 2021, we lost our Bear. It's hard to believe that 5 months has passed already. There is still way too much space in our house without him. Eventually, we will adopt another dog to help fill that void in our life. My husband and I are nearly empty-nesters, and the house is too quiet. Going for a walk seems pointless without our best friend. I can take walks with my husband but walking by myself is still unbearable. I'm at the point in my grieving where I no longer forget that he's gone. Thinking of him brings on an overwhelming wave of grief, but it's not quite as bad as it was, and I can even, once in awhile, remember him and smile. Having lost several animals during my life, I know I'm on the right path in my grieving process, and that eventually all that will be left is the wonderful memories.

 I wanted to drop in and wave hello to all of you out there who are still following my blog.  I have been going through a difficult time in my life and rarely think of blogging, although it's an extremely supportive community.  At least,  my small audience is. One of the things I have been doing to make myself feel better is art journaling. I was skeptical at first,  but it has turned out to be one of the most enjoyable parts of my day.  Have any of you ever tried it, and what are your thoughts? 

 Yes, I have become a bit of a princess over these past few years. I not only have my own bedroom,  it's the master room and ensuite. I need to be surrounded by beauty to feel a sense of safety, comfort and joy. So, I am very particular with what goes into my rooms. You don't see them in the photos,  but my cats are both sleeping, one on my legs, the other right beside me.