How is it the 7th day of June already? I cannot even wrap my mind around it! In a blink we are here. We ring in the new year and blink, blink, it is summer time. We inhale, exhale, and wake up to what was once the future. In an instant. Or so it seems.
BUT - as scary or as unsettling as this can often be, this travel in time is denied to so many. We are here. Let us NEVER forget that privilege. And yes, THIS - right here and now - is the time of our lives.
Speaking of right now, I am really excited about several upcoming things, including a few trips planned for the rest of the year! One will be to the mountains; one will be to Savannah; one will be to Round Top; and one will be to NYC. God willing but of course! You know that I don't often stray from home, so these are big trips to me! It will be good to have a change of scenery and I know I will come home from each adventure, inspired and refreshed. I am also going to have a little feature in a publication soon and it looks like I will be on page 16....
And of course I will share with beautiful you when it is on the stands. :)
It is hot, hot, hot here now - though as I type we are experiencing dark skies and storms from Tropical Storm Colin. Maggie is on my lap; Bentley is on a quilt, and Marley is at my feet on a rug. He has lost his hearing, but is adjusting. Such a sweet boy. He will be 14 years old on August 1.
Sigh.
Yeppers. This is the time of our lives. Whatever we are doing; whatever we are seeing; whatever we are living - this is it. Whatever and whoever we are loving - this is it. Let the flowers bloom! Let the birds sing! Let the ducks quack! Let our freedom ring!
And no matter where we may roam, may we always be safe and know that there is no place like home.
xo
Oh, I've always wanted to take a trip to New York City, lucky you. The trip to the mountains sounds wonderful also. This is a sweet picture of the red cardinal. And I love that picture of Summer Lynn chalk drawing, it's just too precious. That should be on a greeting card. :)
love, ~Sheri
Posted by: Red Rose Alley | 06/07/2016 at 02:04 PM
We enjoy our cardinal pair, too. As well as our 3 year old grandson! Good reminder to remember now is all we have.
Posted by: Beth K. | 06/07/2016 at 05:10 PM
You have so much to look forward too! Thanks for reminding us to appreciate everything around us and all its glory! Can't wait to see your work in an upcoming publication! Enjoy your adventures dear Kim!
Love form Texas,
Donna
Posted by: Donna | 06/07/2016 at 07:04 PM
How exciting!!! Would love to sneak into your suitcase when you head to Roundtop!!! lolol... These images made me smile... How beautiful is the red cardinal ... Summer Lynn enjoying Daisy Cottage as always!!! Just GORGEOUS KIM!!! Thank you
Posted by: Terri | 06/07/2016 at 09:15 PM
I cannot wait have the experience through your pictures...with you. Fun travels ahead.
Lisa from Indiana
Posted by: Lisa | 06/08/2016 at 07:57 AM
Good morning Kim. Sounds like some fun trips coming up! Enjoy! Rhondi xo
Posted by: Rhondi | 06/08/2016 at 09:15 AM
What a perfect reminder to enjoy the moment. I, too, have been enjoying the birds. In fact, I hear one singing as I type. Love it!
Thanks for sharing the time of your life and your incredible images. Also, thanks for the update on your sweet dogs. Looking forward to page 16 of future publication. What a perfect picture of Summer Lynn feeding the ducks.
Posted by: G from GA | 06/08/2016 at 09:57 AM
Some amazing times ahead for you Kim. I hope that you enjoy every second. I've always wanted to go to New York at Christmas time or anytime for that matter. Big hugs for the fur babies they are so precious. Xx ;)
Posted by: Trish | 06/08/2016 at 10:01 PM
Lovely post and pictures. Have fun on your upcoming trips.
Posted by: Renee | 06/10/2016 at 12:17 AM
Gorgeous images sweet Kim. You have caught the beauty of this tragic world so perfectly. Enjoy your adventures and come back home to Daisy Cottage, the lake and all of us renewed!
Posted by: Patty | 06/14/2016 at 12:34 PM