Chickadee, by Theresa (TexWisGirl)
It even came in a lovely frame!
First things first:
I doubt that anyone has been more thrilled with winning a giveaway than I am for having won this amazing drawing by Theresa (TexWisGirl) of The Run*A*Round Ranch Report. Everything about it is just beautiful. I have no idea how anyone can do this, but I am glad that Theresa has that talent and skill, and glad that I'm the happy recipient of the Chickadee.
There was so much light in every room in our house that I could hardly get a photo without reflection, but the Chickadee will definitely get pride of place, sitting on the piano between two Civil War art prints (on the wall).
Thank you so much, Theresa! I know you can take the girl out of Wisconsin, but you can't take Wisconsin out of the girl. ;-) We'll welcome you back here in Wisconsin anytime you're willing to repent of your move south. LOL
Thank you so much!
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Now, on to Durham, England, because I know how you longed to go back there for another look. This time it's not all about Durham Cathedral. (If you missed that, check my April 10, April 17, and April 24 Anglophile Friday posts). Instead, after Evensong Service was over, we slowly made our way around the town, getting some dusk and night shots.
Durham Castle on the hill
One of the many things I love about northern England is that the majority of buildings are made of brick or stone, and to offset what could otherwise seem a cold or harsh exterior, you'll often find doors and window frames painted a bright color. The combination is so pretty!
Waterstones. I think they're everywhere
like Barnes & Noble are here in the US
We have a lot of Andersons in Wisconsin, too.
Hmmm. Hillary's Plan B,
in case 2016 doesn't work out for her.
Personally, I'd much prefer living in Durham
to campaigning for the presidency.
Personally, I'd much prefer living in Durham
to campaigning for the presidency.
I think that old man's trying to escape me,
but I followed him to the train station
and back to his B&B in York.
(Okay, it's Mr. C.)
but I followed him to the train station
and back to his B&B in York.
(Okay, it's Mr. C.)
You know I have many more photos of Durham, but I'm going to leave it there for this week. I don't want to give you sensory overload with all those beautiful English buildings!
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But this one's irresistible
and I'm throwing it in for free:
'Gramma, take a picture of me!'
He is such a sweet little guy,
and Jazzie thinks so too.
Have a great weekend, everyone!
and
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