Only thing was, this morning at 6:00 am while we still in bed, the power went off. Bleh. The only reason I would know is that my box fan went silent all of a sudden. I guess the wind and rain shut something down. It also shut down the pump or generators at the water supply out here. So we had no electric, and just a tiny trickle of water - I guess whatever was left in the lines - at least we could use the toilet - took forever to fill back up but at least we didn't have to go outside and find a tree.
We did alot of nothing today. Some napping, reading, snacking - couldn't cook anything. At 5:00 pm, we wound up going to my folks' house to shower and do my hair for work tomorrow. Then, after doing that, we got a call from friends that the electric was back on. I knew that would happen. Didn't get to church today because there was no water or electricity to get ready! It's amazing how much we depend on it. AND I had baked a beautiful, moist, rich homemade chocolate cake with fudge-y icing Saturday to take to our lunch fellowship today! Shoot! Oh well......................
Oops - looks like we've already made a good dent in this cake. Actually, I did carry my daddy several pieces. He loves his desserts!
Also, I forgot to announce that I entered my plum jelly in the East Texas State Fair and I got a BLUE RIBBON! YEA ME! Thank you Mammaw! She would be so proud!
See that 'un there in the middle with the blue ribbon? It says Vickie on it. That's my plum
jelly! I'm sorry I'm tootin' my own horn but hey... I'm very excited! I will hang my ribbon proudly on my pie safe where all my jellies are stored!
Just one more pic of my little garden shed... The garden's been long gone. I'm just SO glad we made the decision 4 years ago NOT to tear it down. It was falling over sideways, but between hubby and his friend they got that sucker jacked up and straightened and repaired and saved this rustic little shed. I absolutely love it!
Well, that's about all today, my friends --- I am still alive and kickin' - just been SO busy around here. I've been hoppin' around readin' in blogland - just not commenting much. Take care - I'll be back soon!!!
20 comments:
Hi Vickie, beautiful pictures from you!
Congrats on the blue ribbon, that is a big accomplishment. Every year I say I am going to enter things in our little county fair but I never have.
My FIL won a blue ribbon this month on a painting of a barrel racer at the Four States Fair, the one in Texarkana.
Congratulations on the Blue Ribbon! Some day I'm going to make it back out there and come see your place, and your chickens! Love ya!
Lynne
Yes to the weather. It is soo nice. And the slow rain was really needed here. Guess this means I can't wait to get the truck heater finished so my hair will be dry by the time I get to the Dart train station (it is 5 munutes) from the house
Let me toot your horn for ya! Congratulations on the win! I'm glad you're finally getting some cooler temps like we've been enjoying. Your colors will change quickly. I know you get tired of the heat! Good to know you have a nice variety of poultry too. That cake looks yummy ;b
Debbie
Wonderful to find you here! This is just the sweetest little autumny post. The eggs are so beautiful. I think eggs are a female thing. Ha! And the rustic shed...sweetness all over the place. Have you painted it yet? You must!
Hey friend! I agree, this feel of fall is incredible! Loving it. Love your little garden shed also. So quaint and sweet. Thankful you did not take it down.
Congrats on the blue ribbon! Awesome!
Congratulations on the blue ribbon. You deserve it. Autumn is really here. We're surrounded by orange leaves and it looks beautiful.
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Morning Vickie.
I am sure loving this East Texas weather. feels so nice outside today.
Love your Fall header picture....and big congratulations on your Blue Ribbon! I so enjoy seeing all the canned foods at the fair. I would love to see more emphasis in this department at the fair. These are the things that make a good fair.
Blessing sweet lady.
shug
She's baaaaaaaaaaack... Well sort of. ,-)
So glad Autumn came to your neck of the woods. It's a super season, and everyone should get a bit of it.
Congratulations on your Blue Ribbon. Wow. Just wow. :-)
And even your blog Background says Autumn!
"Auntie"
I'm also loving this fall weather. Hey- congrats on the blue ribbon!
Beautiful photos, congratulations on the blue ribbon!
Hi Vickie!
I love Fall! I also love the cooler temps. Although it has been downright cold here in Idaho - 27 degrees this morning!
A blue ribbon - congratulations! I have always wanted to put something in the fair, but I'm not very brave...:0) I love all of the different colors of eggs - so pretty!
So glad you have power - hate it when I can't take a shower, aren't we spoiled?!
Have a wonderful week-end!
Hugs,
Barb
Vickie, You've had a lot of excitement! The new chicken is a MUST --- I completely understand! :-) And the ribbon on your jar is something to take a picture of, paint it and put it on your kitchen wall with a little note describing the scene on the back, as a keepsake to honor the moment. I am smiling to the ceiling for you my friend!
Lana
Looks like Texas and Washington traded weather for awhile. We have had record number of dry days since records have been kept in this state regarding weather. Plus, it has been close to 80 degrees almost every day this past week. Having to water trees and bushes I have never had to water this time of year.
Any reason to add another chicken or two to the flock is a perfectly good reason, of course your husband must know this ! :)
I love your garden shed Vickie.
Your namesake, Bluebonnet Vickie, is turning out to be a very fine ewe, and seeing the painting of bluebonnets in your sidebar reminds me of the blooming blue beauties I have only seen in photos and paintings of Texas.
I always enjoy my visit to your farm, and had to laugh at the power coming on AFTER you went somewhere else to bathe & primp.
Girl you are making the country life look easy, well except the now water deal...LOL Yea on your ribbon, the eggs look wonderful
Yes the cold front hit here also...camping boy froze last night, we had a record breaking low!
Stay warm...enjoy that cake..so looks like the one my grandmother would make
You had me at "a lot of nothing"...sounds fabulous! Congrats on the blue ribbon...well done!
Hey Chickie! Congrats on your jelly win at the fair! Awesome! I'm not, in the least, surprised. :) Well, at least the services went off on your off day from work, and you got to enjoy that chocolate cake! It really looks good! And YES, I've been lovin' this cooler weather. Love it love it love it! My neighbor had her fireplace burning. She loves the cooler weather, too. Love ya, kid!
YAY for the Blue Ribbon, Miss Vickie!! You go ahead and "toot" all you want to, that's something to be proud of.
I LOVE your little garden shed... and that cake is makin' me SO hungry!!
Hey there!
I was trying to quote you on "Keep yer dress down" and so had to come and make sure I had it right. I didn't...I had it all wrong..."Keep your skirt down"...definitely lost a lot in the translation. Well, I got it right now and enjoyed reading this post that I had missed.
Those eggs look great. Yay for a new chicken! And congrats on the blue ribbon!
Hi Vickie! Congratulations on the blue ribbon for your jelly!
After seeing the pic of that Texas sheet cake I'm thinking you oughta enter that next year! DANG GIRL!
Maybe some of those beautiful hens who are laying you them purdy eggs too! I "get" the color thing. Highly important right?!
I have to tell you... I'm absolutely IN LOVE with your shabby shed! YEEEHAAAW GIRL! IT IS SO BEAUTIFUL I can hardly sit still! Hope we get to see more pics of it soon!
Holykisses from arkansas!
Lea
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