Wishful Thinking

Dreaming of autumn, 

wishing for cooler temperatures to arrive while


(Seattle)




 staying indoors drinking iced coffee. :-)


What are you wishing for this weekend? 

Sending thoughts and prayers out to those of you on the east coast affected by hurricane Irene.


Thank you for your sweet and encouraging comments on my latest artful journey into sketching.
Still practicing and having fun! 

Becca 

Comments

Ashley Sisk said…
I'm just hoping this hurricane doesn't do much damage. Such sweet kitty shots.
August 26, 2011 at 10:34 AM
ain't for city gals said…
I will meet you in Seattle next summer Becca..after I meet Linda on the beach in Cali...I am so out of here next summer!
August 26, 2011 at 10:39 AM
andrea creates said…
great colors-very autumn~like :)
August 26, 2011 at 11:54 AM
Sylvia/LittleTreasures said…
Lovely Leaves, Adorable Cats. Fall is in the air in Iowa. Just unpacked a few Fall decor items, while cleaning out my storage area. How does one accumulate so much? Have a wonderful weekend.
August 26, 2011 at 12:35 PM
Judy S. said…
Love those kitty photos, Becca. It's starting to feel like fall here; the spiders are out, spinning their webs! We're going to a wedding on Whidbey IS. and hoping to make the ferry without too long a wait.....
August 26, 2011 at 12:49 PM
Anonymous said…
Oh, how I wish it were autumn as well. Such a great time of the year and makes me feel so alive.

Take care.
August 26, 2011 at 12:51 PM
Lisa Gordon said…
What beautiful photographs these are Becca! I hope it cools off for you soon. So love this little kitty!!!!
August 26, 2011 at 1:08 PM
TexWisGirl said…
beautiful photos. :)
August 26, 2011 at 1:10 PM
Anonymous said…
What a charming kitty you have there, obviously loves to be photographed! xox Corrine
August 26, 2011 at 2:15 PM
Steph said…
aww isn't the kitty sweet...I love the colors of autumn...and I hope to visit Seattle someday...thank you for visiting and leaving your lovely comment... cheers steph
August 26, 2011 at 2:46 PM
Anonymous said…
Amazing kitty shots, I lake it!
Beautiful and cute kitty!

Nice weekend:)
August 26, 2011 at 3:39 PM
lilylovekin said…
I hope you get your wish and that cool weather comes your way soon. Have a wonderful restful week-end.
August 26, 2011 at 5:52 PM
Unknown said…
I am right there with you. I was actually sweating today.. And you know I don't do that to often. Thank God for our pool... Such wonderful photos..

Hugs, Linda
August 26, 2011 at 6:45 PM
GardenOfDaisies said…
The cooler weather is coming, I promise. It is going to be lovely here this weekend. So nice not to be in a hot and humid steam bath for once! I love your sweet kitty. Is that Fetzer or Shatzie? I'm sorry I can't remember which one is which.
August 26, 2011 at 10:04 PM
Justine said…
Your cat looks so happy and content. I am wearing a jumper as I write this, it is cold today and not what I want!! love your mug too.
August 27, 2011 at 3:54 AM
Tracy said…
Oh, but my thoughts are turned homeward Stateside, as so many of my family & friend are along the east coast. :o/ It's a deluge of rain here in southern Norway this weekend. So we are planning on staying in with creative projects. You ginger kitty is so much like our Charlie. I must get some kitty-cat photos up at my new blog. ;o) LOVE your cat mug--love it! Thank you for your VERY kind thoughts on my new painting. I've getting braver in sharing what's happening in my little studio--it's fun too. Happy weekend, Becca ((HUGS))
August 27, 2011 at 4:19 AM
Numinosity said…
You would love the Indian summer-like day we're having here up north. I'll send some your way, Becca.
Thanks for stopping by on your virtual visits too.
xoxo Kim
August 27, 2011 at 12:28 PM
Jillayne said…
This weekend I am wishing for a whole day in my sewing room to create whatever I want... haven't had that in a very long time. Summer heat hit at the beginning of August and is with us still - the yard and work have taken up so much time! I think I am getting excited for Fall!!!
August 28, 2011 at 8:23 AM
Bleubeard and Elizabeth said…
As always your photos take center stage. They are delightful. Right now I'm hoping for temperatures under 98 F for the next day or so. Hope your weather is cooler than mine.
August 28, 2011 at 11:32 PM
Rosie Grey said…
I love your photos and I'd adopt your cat any minute :-)
I hope it cools off for you!
August 29, 2011 at 10:29 AM
Kelly Warren said…
beautiful! those kitty shots are super. hope you are well!
August 29, 2011 at 2:24 PM
Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces said…
Lovely photos! Seattle looks like it has a beautiful fall! Lazy kitty...
August 29, 2011 at 10:02 PM
Candace said…
Your kitties are so cute.
September 3, 2011 at 1:20 PM
christina said…
this is so very warming. that coffee looks so amazing!
xoxo
September 4, 2011 at 5:55 PM
Katy Noelle said…
Speaking of the weather...I was just noticing something quite interesting on my walk, today.

Yesterday, I noticed that the leaves look tarnished and the woods were well worn but it was, still, late summer. The nip was in the air, last night, and, today, I wore my wool sweater, almost all day. brrrrrr! Thing is, tonight, on my walk - there were a few leaves that were definitely Colorful colors. Already! I can't believe it.

I'll get around to a post about Hurricane Irene. she kind of knocked us for a loop, around here!
September 11, 2011 at 6:14 PM
Cynthia Schelzig said…
What precious cats you have....look at those lovely light green eyes...I love red cats:) well, I never met a cat I did not like let´s put it that way. They always seem to find me no matter where I live.
September 15, 2011 at 12:46 PM
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