Snow has been gently falling for the past few hours and has made everything look so pretty here. The trees are all covered and look so mystical, the white blanket on them looks so like a painting.
We have been spending most of our days either outside enjoying the snowy wonderland, sledding building snow men, and having snowball fights, or snuggled up in the nice warm house, reading, doing school, creating, knitting, sewing, playing games and and drinking hot tea and coffee!
The littles have created a great big road right in the middle of our dining room and have been adding and adding to it, they have made it into a regular little town. :)
I have been reading some of "Daphne du Maurier" books. I really liked her book "Rebecca", and decided that I would try some of her other books, which I have been doing and enjoying.
Stan Lee was so sweet, he got me a beautiful 1940's dress that I *love*, for my birthday! It is so pretty, my favorite time period would definitely be the 1930's and 40's, so you can imagine my surprise and excitement when I saw it!! :)
The wind is howling outside and the snow if falling, the wood stove is glowing red and everyone is busy with their different projects.
Tea and a good read aloud today, sounds like it could make for a nice cozy afternoon.
:: Brambly Hedge ~ Winter Story ::
Snowy Art.
Wrist warmers.
A new knitted project that Rosie made.
Deeply concentrated on her book.
Stan Lee was so sweet, he got me a beautiful 1940's dress that I *love*, for my birthday! It is so pretty, my favorite time period would definitely be the 1930's and 40's, so you can imagine my surprise and excitement when I saw it!! :)
The wind is howling outside and the snow if falling, the wood stove is glowing red and everyone is busy with their different projects.
Tea and a good read aloud today, sounds like it could make for a nice cozy afternoon.
"It was the middle of winter and very, very cold. The mice of Brambly Hedge forecasted snow. And they were right. In the morning they awoke to find their doors and windows hidden behind deep drifts. There hadn’t been snow like this for years. “There’s enough for a Snow Ball!” cried the mice with glee, and set to work in the time-honoured way to make an Ice Hall for the festivities."
:: Brambly Hedge ~ Winter Story ::
Snowy Art.
Wrist warmers.
A new knitted project that Rosie made.
Annie Rose and her Mama :)
Here is the great big road.
The beautiful dress that my sweet brother gave to me!
~ Julia
Beautiful, beautiful pictures. That first one of the snow falling should be a painting!
ReplyDeleteI love the polka dot dress too. Vintage fashions are so much better than modern stuff.
The road through the dining room looks very intriguing. I can imagine lots of fun to be had with that one.
We are actually getting a big snow storm, rare for this area, and are shoveling out from under about a foot of snow right here at sea level. There is much, much more in the higher elevations.
The big road looks like a great deal of fun, and you look beautiful in your new dress! Red suits you!
ReplyDeleteI love all the snow photos....and the road the children made is just fantastic! :) The dress your brother gave you for your birthday is beautiful and fits you perfectly! He's a good shopper! :)
ReplyDeleteI hope you are enjoying your week!
Kindly,
Katy
Such a lovely post, Julia! I love the pictures. I remember making very intricate roads and countries with our blocks... sometimes I still do, to amuse the little ones.:) I love the dress--I've always loved the 30s and 40s style, and the music from that era. Glenn Miller, I especially enjoy. I've been listening to his music this morning. :)
ReplyDeleteSnow!!! I am *so* jealous!!! We have had just a bit, twice. Love the dress - it is so YOU! Wrist warmers - what a great idea, would be great for my carpal tunnel! Looks like everyone has been keeping busy. Much love to all - Raquel XoxoxoxoxXOxoxoxooxoXO
ReplyDeleteJulia,
ReplyDeleteYou are beautiful. I also love your dress.
Thanks for sharing your days with us. Always love when you post.
Blessings to you,
Cathy
It is a beautiful dress and all the more beautiful as a brother-gift! I love the ruffle bottom.
ReplyDeleteHello Julia! I didn't know until this very moment that you too had a blog. I will be checking on your more often from now on! Pleas give my love to your Mum~ I miss her so!
the dress looks lovely! Boy, my brothers would of never bought me a dress! (im 38 now lol)That brother is a keeper! I remember snow in Minnesota. It was fifty below zero one year! Here in Texas, theres no snow. The one time it did snow, my kids were so happy, and thought it was magical:) I enjoy reading your blog. PLease post more often! Blessings on the rest of your week, christina
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