Patina Moon

Happy Weekend Everyone!  This weekend I am back in Las Vegas with my hubby to celebrate a graduation. It's that time of year and I bet many of you have family or friends participating in the same type of event.  While this graduation tonight will be a special and emotional time for the 8th grade students,  it's also going to be a momentous event for my husband.  Russell is Head of the Middle school and has worked at this school for many, many years. He's seen a lot of the kids enter into lower school and now as young adults heading off to different high schools. Last night was a beautiful tribute dinner at the school for the students and their parents.  These are the flowers that were the center pieces on each table. Every year I've attended these graduations, and it's fun to see the kids all grown up.  Some of them full of emotions and tears saying good-bye to their friends that might be going away to differ...

It's apparent I've lived in the dried up desert for too many years. ...loving what's outside my window this morning.  Still trying to make my way to visiting all of you! For now...wishing you a blissful morning! Becca 

Just dropping in to say hello. This is my new fuchsia plant.  It hangs by my front door. One of the things I've heard about these beauties is that they prefer cooler, shady climates. Too much sun and they will start to drop their blossoms more rapidly.  Some of us are enjoying a lazy Sunday.  I however, still have work to do! Hope you are enjoying a lazy, happy Sunday too!  Becca 

We made it!   Hello friends!  Wow, what an adventure this has been!   I am happy and grateful that our move to Washington went pretty well without too many bumps in the road.   (For those of you that knew I was SO worried about getting my grand piano and three cats here safely...all is well!) As we are settling into our 1933 Craftsman built house,  with boxes everywhere, there were still a few things that we did to try and make the house more of a home. Fresh flowers, and hanging a few pictures to name a few.  I didn't think you'd want to see the "messy stuff" that's still all over the place.  So,  I thought I'd try to take a few photos to give you a "feel" of our new surroundings.  We even met a few of the neighbors and they had a little wine and cheese gathering on their deck.  I've never lived in a house this old before, and I am loving a lot of the vintage charm that goes with it....

Today,  I leave the city where I grew up. I'm ready,  yet it's still a little bittersweet for me. So, to help me document the end of this era,  I've chosen the song Leaving Las Vegas by Sheryl Crow  to share with you. "I'm standing in the middle of the desert,  waiting for my ship to come in." (photo credit, Russell Smith) Thank you for all your prayers, wishes, and support as we embark on our journey to the  Pacific Northwest! Love to you all,  Becca

Still messing about with  Crochet and Stones. I still haven't quite mastered the "crocheted stone look" yet.   I'm still working on my crochet stitches. I do get frustrated when I can't accomplish what I want right away.   But for the most part, crochet is comforting and the stones remind me of the sea. Yes, that's Lucy's paw. I've been getting together with old friends,  having some laughs, sharing memories and saying good-bye. The calendar is full. The "packers" will be here Thursday. The "loaders" and big moving truck will be here Friday. The "crazy cat lady," 3 kitties, and dear husband leave on Saturday. Wishing you a fun filled weekend, and a very Happy Mother's Day to all! Becca 

Last week, we decided to see what was around our new neighborhood in Kirkland. We barely got started when I noticed our street was covered in pink petals and I had to stop. This actually isn't within walking distance of our house. We took the ferry to Bainbridge Island and had lunch here.  I had an oyster sandwich and a beer.     I'm not used to seeing this...it makes me happy to know this will be a part of my spring each year.  In downtown Kirkland, I ran into this place... http://canvaskirkland.com/ Canvas Paint & Sip Studio I can walk here from my house!   That's probably a good thing since I'll be sipping wine while I paint!  This however would be more fun with a group friends. Do you have one of these in your neighborhood?  Have you tried it?  This is  Waverly Beach Park also within walking distance from our home. Here you can ...